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GEEN 4830 – ECEN 5007

SOLAR THERMAL POWER

TERM B, Summer 2011

PROFESSORS

Manuel Silva, Ph.D.

Department of Energy Engineering

University of Seville (Spain)

[email protected]

Manuel Blanco, Ph.D.

Director, Solar Thermal Energy Department

National Renewable Energy Centre (CENER)

[email protected]

GEEN 4830 – ECEN 5007 CLASSROOM DUAN G131

TUES. WED. & THURS. 17:00-‐19:30.

OFFICE HOURS: TUES. WED. & THURS. 14:30-‐16:30

FOR APPOINTMENTS PLEASE SEND E-‐MAIL

GEEN 4830 SOLAR THERMAL POWER

GEEN 4830 – ECEN 5007 SYLLABUS 2

Overview Concentrating Solar Thermal Power (CSTP) technologies concentrate solar radiation and collect it in a specific system to heat a thermal fluid. The collected energy is then used to run a thermal machine and generate electricity.

In common with other renewable energy sources, CSTP systems can make an important contribution to the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions and to long-‐term energy supply security. In comparison with other renewable sources, the costs are competitive; and because the technology can include relatively effective thermal storage and has the potential for hybridization, a CSTP plant can be designed so that the power is predictable, reliable and can be generated on demand. Integration into the grid poses no major stability challenges. Of special interest is that the systems are scalable and have a high share of local content.

The objective of the course is to familiarize the students with the underlying principles of CSTP technologies, provide them with a clear understanding of their present status, and initiate them in the design of CSTP plants by introducing them to the design process, and giving them an overview of the different of computer tools commonly used in that process.

At the end of the course the student should be able to understand the fundamentals of the thermal conversion of solar energy into power and the basics of the technical and economic aspects of the different CSTP technologies. She or he should also be able to understand the trade-‐offs involved in the design of a CSTP plant, should be familiar with the general characteristics the process involved in its design, and should be aware of the different computer tools available to assist in this design.

Objectives Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

1) Understand the fundamentals of the thermal conversion of solar energy into power. 2) Understand the potential and limitations of STP as a major source of renewable electricity. 3) Understand the basics of the different technologies known as Concentrating Solar Power (CSP),

including technical and economical aspects. 4) Have a basic knowledge of the different aspects that a STP project involves.

Topics The course is focused on the technical and economical aspects of solar thermal power, also referred to as Concentrating Solar Power (CSP).

A detailed schedule of the course content is attached. This schedule also indicates the deadlines for assignments.



Prerequisites Basic knowledge of Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer is desirable. A short review of Thermodynamics will be provided at the beginning of the course.

Text The textbook recommended for this course is Chapter 21 of the Handbook of energy efficiency and renewable energy “ edited by Frank Kreith, D. Yogi Goswami, ISBN 0849317304. For some lectures the professor will provide supplementary documentation.

Assessment Performance Assessment and grading will be based on the results of 2 quizzes, the final exam and a project that will be developed in groups.

A student’s performance in the course will be assessed according to the following criteria:

Assessment criteria % of Grade Project 40 % Quizzes 20 % Final Exam 40 % Finally, grades will be assigned as indicated in the following table:

Grade Percentage (%) of maximum score A 90 – 100 B 70 - 89 C 50 – 69 D 20 – 49 F 0 – 19

Course Policies Lateness and Attendance: Students are expected to be on class on time and attendance is mandatory. Even if the absence to a class is justified, the student is still responsible for learning the material and carrying out the assignments discussed in that class. He should consult other students and/or the professor concerning the content of the class session missed.

Class participation: Active participation of the students in the class is encouraged. They should come to class with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning.

Missed quizzes, exams or assignments: Attendance at quizzes and exams is mandatory. Absence at a quiz earns a zero. There are no make-‐up quizzes.



Academic Honesty. Any incident of academic dishonesty will lead to automatic failure of the course. A written report will be submitted to the CU Honor Code, Academic Discipline Committee of the College and a copy placed in the student’s permanent file. Academic dishonesty includes both claiming another person’s work as your own and allowing another to claim your work as his or her own.

Disability If you qualify for accommodations because of a disability please submit a letter to me from Disability Services in a timely manner so that your needs may be addressed. Disability Services determines accommodations based on documented disabilities (303-‐492-‐8671, Willard 322, www.colorado.edu/disabilityservices)

If you have a temporary medical condition or injury, see guidelines at http://www.colorado.edu/disabilityservices/go.cgi?select=3Dtemporary.html=Disability Services’

Religious observances Campus policy regarding religious observances requires that faculty make every effort to deal reasonably and fairly with all students who, because of religious obligations, have conflicts with scheduled exams, assignments or required attendance. In this class, you are kindly requested to inform the professor as soon as possible and agree with him an accommodation.

Classroom behavior Students and faculty each have responsibility for maintaining an appropriate learning environment. Those who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards may be subject to discipline. Professional courtesy and sensitivity are especially important with respect to individuals and topics dealing with differences of race, culture, religion, politics, sexual orientation, gender, gender variance, and nationalities. Class rosters are provided to the instructor with the student's legal name. I will gladly honor your request to address you by an alternate name or gender pronoun. Please advise me of this preference early in the course so that I may make appropriate changes to my records. See policies at http://www.colorado.edu/policies/classbehavior.html and at http://www.colorado.edu/studentaffairs/judicialaffairs/code.html#studentcode

Discrimination and Harassment The University of Colorado at Boulder policy on Discrimination and Harassment, the University of Colorado policy on Sexual Harassment and the University of Colorado policy on Amorous Relationships apply to all students, staff and faculty. Any student, staff or faculty member who believes s/he has been the subject of sexual harassment or discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status should contact the Office of Discrimination



and Harassment (ODH) at 303-‐492-‐2127 or the Office of Judicial Affairs at 303-‐492-‐5550. Information about the ODH, the above referenced policies and the campus resources available to assist individuals regarding discrimination or harassment can be obtained at http://www.colorado.edu/odh.

Academic Integrity All students of the University of Colorado at Boulder are responsible for knowing and adhering to the academic integrity policy of this institution. Violations of this policy may include: cheating, plagiarism, aid of academic dishonesty, fabrication, lying, bribery, and threatening behavior. All incidents of academic misconduct shall be reported to the Honor Code Council ([email protected]; 303-‐735-‐2273). Students who are found to be in violation of the academic integrity policy will be subject to both academic sanctions from the faculty member and non-‐academic sanctions (including but not limited to university probation, suspension, or expulsion). Other information on the Honor Code can be found at http://www.colorado.edu/policies/honor.html and at http://www.colorado.edu/academics/honorcode/

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