Moodle@Warwick

The course is in general on the introduction and application of a specific numerical analysis method, namely finite element method (FEM), soil behaviour and practical simulation of tunnel and other geo-structures simulations using FEM.

To introduce students to the principles of modern energy storage and fuel cells and their applications, including grid-scale storage, vehicle propulsion and portable electronics. The module will provide students with a firm grounding in the thermodynamic principles of electrochemical, electrical and and mechnical energy conversion with a focus on fuel cells and energy storage methods, e.g., batteries, supercapacitors and pumped hydro.

By the end of the module the student should be able to: • Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge the components of advanced battery and fuel cell systems, and autonomously apply the principles governing their operation to solve complex problems. • Independently perform systematic and detailed calculations to evaluate figures of merit, such as efficiency and power. • Show sound understanding of the components, operation, and limitations of advanced, state-of-the-art energy storage systems such as flow batteries, supercapacitors, and flywheels. • Evaluate the current, and hypothesize the future requirements of energy storage and fuel cell applications. • Evaluate specifications and demonstrate an autonomous ability to select and size appropriate energy storage technologies. • Demonstrate sound understanding of mechanical and thermal energy storage methods, and critique their effectiveness in various applications and illustrating technology limitations. • Critique the material requirements for current and future fuel cell and energy storage technologies, and show a sound understanding of the main degradation mechanisms.

This course is to introduce students to the principles of modern energy storage and fuel cells and their applications, including grid-scale storage, vehicle propulsion and portable electronics. The module will provide students with a firm grounding in the thermodynamic principles of electrochemical, electrical and and mechnical energy conversion with a focus on fuel cells and energy storage methods, e.g., batteries, supercapacitors and pumped hydro. 

By the end of the module the student should be able to:

Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge the components of advanced battery and fuel cell systems, and autonomously apply the principles governing their operation to solve complex problems.

• Independently perform systematic and detailed calculations to evaluate figures of merit, such as efficiency and power.

• Show sound understanding of the components, operation, and limitations of advanced, state-of-the-art energy storage systems such as flow batteries, supercapacitors, and flywheels.

• Evaluate the current, and hypothesize the future requirements of energy storage and fuel cell applications.

• Evaluate specifications and demonstrate an autonomous ability to select and size appropriate energy storage technologies.

• Demonstrate sound understanding of mechanical and thermal energy storage methods, and critique their effectiveness in various applications and illustrating technology limitations.

Critique the material requirements for current and future fuel cell and energy storage technologies, and show a sound understanding of the main degradation mechanisms.

Principal aims

This module aims to present the current (advanced) technologies and trends in development that will shape future electrical power systems. The students will gain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the construction, operation and control principles of power systems. They will learn advanced analytical skills for examining different modes of operation in complex systems. The content includes the following main elements: - Generation, Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Power - Balanced and Unbalanced 3-Phase Systems - Load Flow Analyses - Fault and Stability Analyses of Power Systems - Power System Protection Concepts and Techniques - Operational Security Control - Benefits and Limitations of Wide Area Measurement (WAM) - Effects and Management of Distributed Generation - Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and High Voltage DC (HVDC) Transmission Technologies - Power Quality Monitoring and Management - Renewable Power Penetration and Grid Code Requirements - The Role of Energy Storage and the Development of Relevant Technologies - Smart Grids

Principal learning outcomes

By the end of the module the student should be able to: • Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the complex operation and control of modern power systems, of the constitution of current and future generation power systems, of load flow, of stability and faults in current generation and of future power systems, including frequency and voltage control. • Demonstrate an advanced understanding of power quality monitoring and control • Evaluate the effectiveness of using wide area measurement systems • Critically assess the effects of future renewable penetration and distributed generation, and the ability to apply advanced control techniques .

Principal aims

To develop a firm understanding of the principles of modern design, maintenance and assessment of healthcare technologies, including: medical devices, novel treatment and therapeutic technologies, technologies for a healthy life-course, systems and environments for care delivery. This module will provide the student with a firm grounding in methods and tools for design, management and assessment of health technologies for prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.

Principal learning outcomes

At the end of the module, students will be able to • Understand the physical and physiological principles that underpin complex medical devices for prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. Compare and contrast the main aims, principles and components of these four categories of medical devices • Characterize, describe, explain, identify, locate and recognize the main components of the principal healthcare technologies for prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation using functional diagrams and block diagrams. • Apply methods to systematically evaluate, design and manage advanced healthcare technologies • Critically assess the appropriateness of innovative health care technologies by reading a health technology assessment report. • Participate in multidisciplinary studies aiming to critically evaluate the technological feasibility and cost-effectiveness of a new medical device. Identify, classify, prioritize medical or epidemiological needs and participate in studies aiming to identify the most suitable technological solutions to satisfy those needs • Participate in multidisciplinary working group for the systematic design and development of innovative medical devices

Timetabled teaching activities

20 lectures (4 using eLearning platform), 6x1hr seminars, 1x2hr site visit, 2x1hr examples classes (total 30 hrs), 1 hr project supervision per group

Departmental link

http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/eng/eso/modules/year4/

Other essential notes

Advice and feedback hours are available for answering questions on the lecture material (theory and examples).

Module assessment