This master’s degree program focuses on the energy conversion technologies and systems used for transforming the primary energy of renewable sources (solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and geothermal energy) into useful energy for the final consumers (mechanical energy, electricity, heat and cold). The curriculum encompasses technologies and systems of varying purpose, scale, and principle of operation, including:
- Centralized and distributed power generation systems (e.g., concentrated solar power plants, photovoltaic systems, wind parks, hydroelectric plants, and geothermal power plants);
- Combined heat, cold and power (cogeneration and trigeneration) systems driven by solar energy, geothermal energy, or different types of primary biomass and their derivatives (e.g., wood pellets, liquid biofuels, and biogas) – used for both centralized energy generation (i.e., combined heat and power plants providing district heating) and distributed energy generation (i.e., local cogeneration and trigeneration systems for individual buildings, groups of buildings, or industrial sites);
- Active and passive systems for heating and cooling of buildings utilizing solar, biomass, or geothermal energy;
- Hot water production systems for buildings, pools, or industrial processes driven by solar or geothermal energy;
- and others.
The curriculum further encompasses the integration of renewable energy sources (RES) in the electric grid and in end-user energy systems, as well as the pertinent regulatory framework. Also covered are the adopted international treaties, European and national policies, and various policy instruments aimed at promoting the use of renewable energy and sustainable energy development.
Prerequisites
The foremost requirement for admission in the master’s program is a completed bachelor’s or higher degree in all subject areas enlisted in the attached curriculum.
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