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MSc Thermal Energy and Process Engineering (Energy Engineering)

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    MSc 2 years full-time, 120 ECTS, Aalborg

Course Description

The MSc specialisation in Thermal Energy and Process Engineering (TEPE) is primarily focused on thermal energy technologies and systems, and it covers advanced aspects of energy system modelling, heat- and mass transfer, control engineering and experimental work with focus on different components and energy system aspects.

The themes for the three semesters are particularly focused on Thermal Energy and Process Engineering and in-depth understanding of the technologies and scientific disciplines involved in energy conversion, utilisation and transport. The education is multidisciplinary and covers the integration of general engineering disciplines, such as thermal systems, fluid- and aerodynamics, control engineering and electrical engineering.

The objectives of the Thermal Energy and Process Engineering MSc syllabus are:

  • General understanding of the design, modelling and optimisation of energy systems used in various energy production applications
  • Understanding the detailed operation, functionality and interaction between the various components of key thermal energy conversion technologies
  • Detailed insight into system integration with respect to both system efficiency and control engineering aspects of energy systems
  • Developing, constructing and operating thermal energy conversion technologies in the laboratory and in real applications, and
  • Insight into the topics related to the practical realisation and implementation of thermal energy technologies and systems concerning both innovative aspects, business planning and economical considerations.
     

Topics you will study

  • Can we develop efficient and sustainable methods for production of bio fuels and bio materials?
  • How can we develop energy efficient processes for production of heat and power?
  • Can we develop energy harvesting systems using thermal and mechanical energy to run e.g. sensors and surveillance systems?
  • Can we design small, efficient and silent vertical- axis wind turbines for use in an urban environment?
  • How do we develop efficient methods for energy storage applications for transport systems for humans and goods?
  • How do we estimate the energy potential of a wind turbine?
  • How can we develop models for wind simulation in complex landscapes such as forests and hills?
  • How do we design cyclic processes for exploitation of so lar energy to produce electricity?

Entry Requirements

Please make sure you send your application form and further documentation via post to the International Office by the required deadline.

Furthermore please note the official language requirements for international students applying to Aalborg University. You must complete and pass one of the following:

  • IELTS (academic test): 6.5
  • TOEFL (paper-based): 550
  • TOEFL (computer-based): 230
  • TOEFL (internet-based): 80
  • Cambridge ESOL: C1

Admission to the MSc programme in Thermal Energy and Process Engineering presupposes a BSc degree in Thermal Energy Engineering, Combustion Technology, or similar.

For further information regarding deadlines and requirements please see the website How to apply to Aalborg University.

Fees

Students from outside EU/EEA please see http://www.apply.aau.dk/how-to-apply-postgraduate/tuition-fee/

Student Destinations

The gained knowledge enables the MSc graduates to work in project engineering, research, development and management in Danish and international industries or public institutions, e.g. energy companies, process engineering companies, a wide range of producers of high efficiency energy devices and counselling companies involved in energy technology and systems.

Examples of possible employers

•Energy companies such as Vattenfall and DongEnergy
•Process engineering companies such as FLSmidth A/S, Babcock&Wilcox Vølund ApS
•A wide range of producers of high efficiency energy devices such as Grundfos A/S, Dantherm Power A/S, Vestas Wind Systems A/S, Siemens Wind Power A/S
•Counselling companies involved in energy technology and systems

Module Details

During the MSc programme in Thermal Energy and Process Engineering (TEPE), you will study advanced processes and technologies which will ensure future supplies of energy, e.g. derived from biomass, waste, from by-products of various industrial processes or from natural sources, such as the sun, the wind and the sea. The programme includes system design and optimisation, thermal and chemical processes, aerodynamics and computational fluid dynamics.

The teaching of the programme is carried out in an innovative, dynamic and challenging environment through a combination of research-based courses, team-based project work and a high degree of interaction with industrial partners and energy supply companies.

The companies take an active part in providing project proposals for the problem-oriented project work, guest lectures and visits to the companies. The teaching is carried out in English because many international students are enrolled in the study programme.

See the programme structure by semester at: http://www.studyguide.aau.dk/programmes/postgraduate/55805/academic-content/

 

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