ECTS - Optimization in Energy Systems
Optimization in Energy Systems (ENE422) Course Detail
| Course Name | Course Code | Season | Lecture Hours | Application Hours | Lab Hours | Credit | ECTS |
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| Optimization in Energy Systems | ENE422 | Area Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Pre-requisite Course(s) |
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| N/A |
| Course Language | English |
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| Course Type | Technical Elective Courses |
| Course Level | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery | Face To Face |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies | Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Team/Group, Brain Storming, Project Design/Management. |
| Course Lecturer(s) |
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| Course Objectives | This course is designed to introduce the basic concepts of optimization, optimization techniques and applications in energy systems engineering |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Content | Fundamentals of optimization, graphical optimization, linear and nonlinear programming, unconstrained and constrained optimization, global optimization, MATLAB applications, case studies in energy systems engineering. |
Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies
| Week | Subjects | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Optimization | |
| 2 | Introduction to Optimization | |
| 3 | Graphical Optimization | |
| 4 | Linear Programming | |
| 5 | Nonlinear Programming | |
| 6 | Numerical Techniques | |
| 7 | Unconstrained Optimization | |
| 8 | Constrained Optimization | |
| 9 | Midterm Exam | |
| 10 | Global Optimization | |
| 11 | Optimization Toolbox from MATLAB | |
| 12 | Analysis of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering | |
| 13 | Analysis of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering | |
| 14 | Solution of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering | |
| 15 | Solution of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering | |
| 16 | Final Exam |
Sources
| Other Sources | 1. EngineerinOptimization Methods and Applications, A. Ravindran, K.M. Ragsdell, G.V. Rektaitis, 2nd Edition, 2006, Wiley |
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| 2. Multidiscipline Design Optimization, G. N. Vanderplaats, VR&D, Inc., Monterey CA, 2007 0-944956-04-1 | |
| 3. Energy Systems: Optimization, Modeling, Simulation, and Economic Aspects, Journal, Springer, ISSN: 1868-3967 | |
| 4. Applied Optimization with MATLAB Programming, Wiley, by P. Venkataraman (2002). | |
| 5. Practical Optimization (Algorithms and Engineering Applications), (Springer) by Antoniou, Andreas and Lu, Wu-Sheng (2007). | |
| 6. Numerical Optimization (Springer) by Jorge Nocedal and Stephen Wright (2006). |
Evaluation System
| Requirements | Number | Percentage of Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance/Participation | 1 | 10 |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Application | - | - |
| Field Work | - | - |
| Special Course Internship | - | - |
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | - | - |
| Homework Assignments | 6 | 20 |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Project | 1 | 30 |
| Report | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury | 1 | 40 |
| Final Exam/Final Jury | 1 | 30 |
| Toplam | 10 | 130 |
| Percentage of Semester Work | 70 |
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| Percentage of Final Work | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
Course Category
| Core Courses | |
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| Major Area Courses | X |
| Supportive Courses | |
| Media and Managment Skills Courses | |
| Transferable Skill Courses |
The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications
| # | Program Qualifications / Competencies | Level of Contribution | ||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and the subjects specific to engineering disciplines; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems. | X | ||||
| 2 | The ability to define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | X | ||||
| 3 | The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions in such a way as to meet the specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |||||
| 4 | The ability to select, and use modern techniques and tools needed to analyze and solve complex problems encountered in engineering practices; the ability to use information technologies effectively. | X | ||||
| 5 | The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, gather data, and analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or research areas specific to engineering disciplines. | X | ||||
| 6 | The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually. | |||||
| 7 | Effective oral and written communication skills; The knowledge of, at least, one foreign language; the ability to write a report properly, understand previously written reports, prepare design and manufacturing reports, deliver influential presentations, give unequivocal instructions, and carry out the instructions properly. | |||||
| 8 | Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and adapt and excel oneself continuously. | |||||
| 9 | Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in engineering applications. | |||||
| 10 | Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. | |||||
| 11 | Knowledge of the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety issues, and knowledge of the contemporary issues in engineering areas; awareness of the possible legal consequences of engineering practices. | |||||
| 12 | Ability to work in the fields of both thermal and mechanical systems including the design and production steps of these systems. | |||||
ECTS/Workload Table
| Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Total Workload |
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| Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) | 16 | 3 | 48 |
| Laboratory | |||
| Application | |||
| Special Course Internship | |||
| Field Work | |||
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Presentation/Seminar Prepration | |||
| Project | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Report | |||
| Homework Assignments | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | |||
| Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload | 125 | ||