Energy SystemsLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

After the course student has a basic understanding of different energy systems and complexity of them. Student understands basic energy related concepts. Student understands how current baseline situation can be changed by using different legislative and political instruments.

Content

Energy systems in domestic, in municipal and in global level. How energy systems are dependent on each other on different levels. Role of energy markets, environmental protection and energy politics in modern and future society.
How fuels are utilized and what are the future trends.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

After the course student knows different energy system levels and complexity of them. Student recognizes basic energy related concepts and their connection to energy systems.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

After the course student knows how energy systems are linked to different functions of energy conversion and distribution. Student recognizes different measures that can steer the energy markets and use.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

After the course student has holistic approach to energy systems in different level and can see connection between local, country level and global trends in energy production, distribution and storage. Student recognizes and can apply different measures for creating simple energy scenarios.