Renewable Energy Systems Spring 2026
Course Information Sheet (CIS)
Fuel cells
operate based on thermodynamic principles, converting chemical energy from
fuels like hydrogen into electricity through electrochemical reactions.
Efficiency of fuel cells is limited by factors such as electrode kinetics, mass
transport, and ohmic losses. Ongoing developments focus on improving catalysts,
electrolytes, and system designs to enhance efficiency and durability. With
advancements, fuel cells hold promise for future use in electric vehicles, offering
zero-emission transportation solutions with longer ranges and faster refueling
times.
Biomass refers
to organic materials derived from plants and animals, historically used as a
source of energy. In the past and present, biomass has been utilized for
heating, cooking, and electricity generation. As a fuel, biomass is extracted
by burning or converting it into biofuels like ethanol or biodiesel. Sources
include agricultural residues and energy crops like switchgrass or willow.
While biomass offers environmental benefits like carbon neutrality and waste
reduction, its impact on land use and biodiversity is a concern. Economics of
biomass vary but can be favorable with efficient production and utilization.
New technologies aim to improve biomass conversion efficiency and reduce
emissions. Future prospects suggest biomass will continue to play a role in
renewable energy portfolios, especially with advancements in bioenergy
technologies and sustainable practices.
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👇Quiz 1 - CLO 1 (2.5 Marks)
Section A: Apr 14, 2026 @ 1:30pm - Same Quiz for whole class.
Section B: Apr 13, 2026 @ 2:30pm - Same Quiz for whole class.
☝ Topics Covered in Assignment 1 will be asked
👇Quiz 2 - CLO 2 (2.5 Marks)
Section A: , Apr 23, 2026 @ 10:45am - Same Quiz for whole class.
Section B: , Apr 22, 2026 @ 10am - Same Quiz for whole class.
Quiz 2 + Solution
MIDTERM EXAM Apr 28, 2026 @ 9:30am
PATTERN
CLO-1 10
Marks
Q_1
3 parts
b) Solar Energy
CLO-2 20
Marks
Q_2
2 parts [12 Marks]
a)
Numerical
b)
Derivations
Q_3
2 parts [8 Marks]
Introduction, Wind Turbine types
and terms, Wind Turbine Generators, Wind Speed
Characteristics of a site, economics of Wind Turbine,
Commercial Development and Wind energy potential, Impact of Tower Height.
Rotor Swept Area & System Components.
Midterm Paper + Solution
👇Quiz 3 - CLO 3 (5 Marks)
Section A: June 9, 2026 @ 1:30pm - Same Quiz for whole class.
Section B: June 8, 2026 @ 2:30pm - Same Quiz for whole class.
Quiz 3 + Solution
FINAL EXAM Jul 06, 2026 @ 2:30pm
PATTERN
CLO-1 10 Marks
Q_1 2 parts
a) Numerical
b)
Theoretical Question
CLO-2 10 Marks
Q_2 2 parts
a) Numerical
b) Theoretical Question
Introduction, Mechanical
power, wind turbine generators, power and energy from wind turbines, wind speed
characteristics of a site, Commercial development and wind energy
potential, Impact of
Tower Height
CLO-3 15 Marks
Q_3 3 parts
Theoretical Questions
Historical Background, PV in Silicon, Reducing
the cost of crystalline PV cells, Thin film PV, Other innovative PV
technologies, Electrical characteristics of Silicon PV cells and modules, PV
systems for remote power, Grid-connected PV systems, Economics of PV Energy
Systems
CLO-4 15 Marks
Q_3 3 parts
Theoretical Questions
a)Fuel Cells: Thermodynamic principles, efficiency of fuel cell factors
limiting the performance, design, new development in fuel cells, possibility of
future use in Electric vehicles.
b)
Bio Mass: Introduction, Past and
present, Bio Mass as a fuel, Extracting the energy, Agricultural residues,
Energy crops, Environmental benefits and impacts, Economics, New Technologies,
Future Prospects.
c)
Energy Storage: Chapter 10 MUKUND – (Page 185 onwards) 10.1 BATTERY 10.2 TYPES OF BATTERY 10.3
EQUIVALENT ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT 10.4
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS 10.6
BATTERY DESIGN
10.7 BATTERY CHARGING 10.9 BATTERY MANAGEMENT
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