Syllabus

Development Project, Construction and Manufacturing of a Solar Collector Part 1

Code: EG1007
Points: 5 Credits
Level: First Cycle Level 1
School: School of Information and Engineering
Subject field: Energy Technology (MÖY)
Group of Subjects: Energy Technology
Disciplinary Domain: Technology, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study: No main field of study¹
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study: ¹G1F
Approved: Approved, 26 January 2017.
This syllabus is valid from 26 January 2017.
Discontinued: 23 March 2021

Prerequisites

Introduction to Product Development, 4 credits, First Cycle Level
Introduction to Sustainable Energy Systems, 3.5 credits, first cycle level

Summary in English

After completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

explain basic concepts necessary for the construction and function of a solar collector in a heating system, as well as explain the choice of materials for a cost-efficient construction.
show understanding of system aspects influencing the efficiency of a solar collector.
perform basic calculations and simulations with respect to the design of solar heating systems.
plan and prepare the construction of a simple solar collector.
prepare an evaluation of a constructed solar collector, from both a technical and an economical perspective.
communicate the work orally and in written form, with focus on structure, argumentation and problem-solving.

The course includes basic knowledge of and methods in solar energy and technologies. The course will include optimization and design of a product for energy transformation. The results will be communicated both in written form and in spoken form.