Energy Systems & Energy Economics

What it is about

You will learn the structure, development and functioning of energy systems, as well as fundamental terms of energy economics. At the end you will be able to describe energy generation and use technically and economically, assess energy systems, and derive measures to stabilize power grids.

What you will be able to do

• Understand principles of energy supply
• Explain properties of energy carrier-based provisioning
• Provide an overview of electricity generation and power plant types
• Analyze and evaluate the operating modes of power plants
• Assess energy systems economically and ecologically

What the module consists of

• VorlesungConveying the disciplinary fundamentals of energy systems and energy economics
• Tutorials / ÜbungenDiscussion of reading examples and solving exercises on grid and economic scenarios
• Praktische Aufgaben an PrüfständenOpportunity to work on practical aspects of the experiments

Teaching method

• Lehrvortrag (teacher-centred teaching)Introduction and explanation of the disciplinary content
• Eigenständige LektürePreparation of case studies for the tutorials
• Tutorial-DiskussionenApplication and reflection of the read articles to current grid and economic situations
• ÜbungsaufgabenSolving concrete scenarios to deepen analytical skills