Thermal Energy, Specialization Project

The specialization topic consists of a project work of 15 study points. The topic will focus on analyses, design and operation of thermal components and systems. Of importance is development and implementation of new technology for thermal processes onshore and offshore. Topics related to safety, economy, environment, operation, maintenance and legislation are included. National and international challenges related to thermal energy conservation and utilisation is highlighted. The topic will be closely linked to the ongoing research activities: Modelling and simulation, Thermal heat and power production including CO2 capture, Gas turbines and compressors, Turbulent combustion, Heat and mass transfer, Biomass and waste, Air pollution and gas cleaning equipment, Energy utilization in the industry, Environmental system analysis (Life Cycle Assessment).

Project alternatives are established within March/April.

Students will get their project thesis title within mid May.

Knowledge:

Knowledge related to one or several topics;

- operation, maintenance and legislation

- national and international challenges related to thermal energy conservation and utilization

- thermal heat and power production including CO2 capture

- gas turbines and compressors

- turbulent combustion, heat and mass transfer

- biomass and waste

- air pollution and gas cleaning equipment

- energy utilization in the industry

- environmental system analysis (Life Cycle Assessment

Skills:

Skills related to;

- Detailed evaluation and analysis of thermal energy and process plants, including gas turbine power generation.

- Perform scientific and technical analysis of specific topics.

- Ability to conduct large project, establish project plans and write project reports according to current standards.

General competence:

Discussing and solving scientific and technical problems as well as formal reporting on achieved results within analyses, design and operation of thermal components and systems.

Independent project work with quidance. The guidance and advice are in English when students who do not speak Norwegian take the course.