The course Thermal energy conversion and industrial systems analysis deal with the subject areas of applied thermodynamics, energy technology and energy system analysis with exergy, finance and environmental perspective, in particular the theoretical basic principles and the practical design aspects for the different technologies for power and heat production, both regarding conventional thermal power and renewable energy and their interplay. Technical and sustainable solutions are discussed from a system perspective.
The specific technological point of view is above all on the following fields:
- Thermal power cycles and thermal power stations (steam, gas, combined-cycle power plants);
- Direct energy conversion, niche technology and fuel cells in interplay with conventional power stations;
- System aspects, regulation, efficiency and innovation solutions.