RENE4000
10 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course introduces students to energy storage systems and provides a broad understanding and appreciation of the scientific principles that underpin the operation of such systems. The emphasis is on grid-scale (or utility-scale) energy storage as a means of addressing the intermittency of renewable energy components (e.g. solar or wind power systems) of modern electricity networks. Smaller energy storage systems are also discussed for benchmarking and comparisons. Topics covered include electrical, chemical, thermal, mechanical, electrochemical, thermochemical and thermomechanical energy storage systems as well as grid integration issues.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Discuss the scientific principles underpinning the operation of energy storage systems.
2. Resolve the intermittency of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind by utilising problem solving skills in energy storage engineering and grid integration.
3. Work with a team to apply energy storage knowledge to develop and conduct a project.
Content
- Background
- Electrical Energy Storage
- Chemical Energy Storage
- Thermal Energy Storage
- Mechanical Energy Storage
- Electrochemical Energy Storage
- Thermochemical Energy Storage
- Thermomechanical Energy Storage
- Technology Status and Projected Demand and Cost
- Grid Integration
Assumed knowledge
First year of engineering calculus, physics, chemistry and general engineering courses or equivalent. Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer or equivalent.
Assessment items
Written Assignment: Assignment 1
Written Assignment: Assignment 2
Written Assignment: Assignment 3
Project: Mini Project (Grid Energy Storage)
Formal Examination: Final Exam
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-2
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Course outline
- RENE4000 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 289.4 KB)
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