B.Eng. Renewable Energy Engineering

Course Content Teaching Methods and Assessment Formal lectures are supplemented by tutorials and laboratory investigations, as appropriate. Practical “hands on” laboratory sessions are an integral part of many modules throughout all years of the course. Case studies and group mini-project work are also extensively used. In the final year there is a major individual project.
Assessment
Generally, a combination of continuous assessment and examination is employed in each module. Continuous assessment includes class tests, library and laboratory based assignments, and individual and group project work. Some modules across all years of the course are continuously assessed.

Students undertake six introductory modules in

Year 1, covering subjects such as renewable energy electronics and mathematics.
Year 2, six core modules extend students’ knowledge of power systems and electronics.
Year 3 is normally a period of industrial placement. Students can choose to work in the UK, Ireland or Europe. Students can also study in the USA. These options lead to either the Diploma in Professional Practice (placement year), or the Diploma in International Academic Studies if the year is spent in study abroad.
Year 4 enables students to explore in more depth the engineering topics and there are optional modules to allow students to focus on different aspects of the sector. The final year also includes a major project to further advance and integrate technical and academic skills.

Teaching Methods and Assessment

Lectures are used to present theory and concepts, and are supported through a combination of tutorial discussion and practical, laboratory exercises.
Modules are either assessed by coursework only or by a combination of coursework and formal examinations (January and May). Coursework assessment is carried out using any combination of written assignments, class tests, lab tests, presentations, and group assignments as appropriate to meet the learning outcomes of each module.