Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Offshore Wind Energy

Teaching language

English

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

  • be familiar with the different types of rotors and towers used in wind turbines.
  • know about the electrical systems and sub systems used in the turbines.
  • understand the control strategies and mechanisms in the turbines.
  • get acquainted with the functions and constructional details of the power transmission components in a wind turbine.

Contents

Rotor, hub and towers - rotor materials - manufacturing methods - types of hubs -types of towers.

Electrical systems- types of generators-rotor generator matching- power transformers-ancillary electrical equipments.

Control System - Fixed and variable speed operations, control system components, supervisory Control, dynamic control.

Power transmission systems -Gear boxes-gearless turbines-brakes and safety devices.

Teaching and learning methods

Online lectures and exercises. Estimated workload for the average student is approximately 70 hours.

Examinations

Assessment of the group project assignment leading to Pass/Fail. Further information on the assessment criterion will be given in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.

Student evaluation

A digital evaluation will be organized in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes, if there are places available.

Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course

Admission requirements for the course are the same as for the Study programme on Offshore Wind
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