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ENEG

Energy

ENEG 1700
Introduction to Energy and Environmental Engineering
3 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s)
CENG 1000
Corequisite(s)
CHEM 1012
Description
This course provides an overview of fundamental concepts and principles in energy and environmental engineering. It covers a range of topics related to energy resources, conversion technologies, environmental systems, and sustainable development. Emphasis is placed on understanding the interplay between energy production, environmental impact, and sustainable practices.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Describe and apply the foundational principles of energy and environmental engineering.
- 2.
  Analyze and evaluate various systems and processes in the realm of energy and environmental engineering such as power generation, waste management, and so on.
- 3.
  Appreciate the interplay between energy production and utilization, environmental conservation, and sustainable development.
- 4.
  Form an informed perspective on emerging technological trends in the realm of energy and environmental engineering.
ENEG 2910
Industrial Training
0 Credit(s)
Description
This course is mainly for the module of internship and plant visits for Sustainable Energy Engineering students, offering practical training to students in the industry sectors. Students are required to take both internship for a duration in the industry sectors and plant visits, learning solid skills to solve technical problems in the working environment. For students in the Sustainable Energy Engineering Program only. Graded P, PP or F.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Gain exposure to the industrial operation of energy.
- 2.
  Apply technical knowledge to industry problems.
- 3.
  Address safety and environment issues relevant to energy industry.
- 4.
  Communicate technical results in an industrial setting.
- 5.
  Explore career options in energy related industry.
- 6.
  Pursue lifelong learning through the real context.
ENEG 2990
Academic and Professional Development I
0 Credit(s)
Description
This course is designed to provide academic advising to students, to enhance their understanding of the energy industries and career opportunities available to them, and to improve their communication skills. Students are required to attend discussion sessions with advisors and selected workshops and seminars. For students in the Sustainable Energy Engineering program only. Graded P or F.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Appreciate the versatility and breadth of an engineering education.
- 2.
  Recognize the need and benefit of out-of-classroom, co-curricular learning experiences.
- 3.
  Develop a sense of belonging to the program and the profession of energy engineering.
ENEG 3110
Materials for Energy Technologies
3 Credit(s)
Alternate code(s)
MECH 3110
Cross-Campus Equivalent Course
AMAT 3590, MECH 3110
Description
The societal energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources requires novel energy technologies, with material design and engineering at the center of the innovation process. In this course, we will explain the enabling materials science and engineering behind advanced energy technologies by answering questions such as why lithium powers our batteries and why it takes silicon to make a solar panel. Major material challenges of emerging energy technologies will also be discussed. During the course, the students will be exposed to 1) the knowledge of material structure-property correlations used in energy technologies, 2) materials synthesis and fabrication techniques for their incorporation into energy devices, and 3) material evaluation principles in energy applications. After taking the course, students will be able to identify desirable material properties and potentially propose new materials and manufacturing methods for specific energy technologies.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Acquire the knowledge of materials structure-property correlations utilized in energy applications.
- 2.
  Understand operating principles of advanced energy devices.
- 3.
  Understand critical material challenges facing the adoption of renewable energy sources.
- 4.
  Study literature in multidisciplinary fields.
- 5.
  Connect scientific principles to daily lives.
ENEG 3910
Sustainable Energy Laboratory
3 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s)
(CENG 2210 OR MECH 2310) AND (CENG 2220 OR MECH 2210)
Description
This course aims to further students' understanding of various energy technologies and systems through laboratory experiments and to provide training in experimental techniques and laboratory procedures, data acquisition, analysis, creative and innovative design of experiments, and technical communication. For students in the Sustainable Energy Engineering program only.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Have an understanding on the operation principles of various energy systems.
- 2.
  Acquire hands-on experiences in fabricating components and operation energy devices.
- 3.
  Apply a range of diagnostic methods and approaches to analyze and determine creative solutions to a variety of engineering problems.
- 4.
  Conduct effective data analysis, and present findings in professional reportsand presentations.
ENEG 4000
Special Topics in Energy and Environmental Engineering
1-4 Credit(s)
Description
Selected topics of current interest in Energy and Environmental Engineering not covered by existing courses. May be graded by letter, P/F, or DI/PA/F for different offerings.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  (Course ILOs vary depending on the topic covered.)
ENEG 4130
Photovoltaic Materials and Devices
3 Credit(s)
Description
This course elaborates the fundamental basics, manufacturing, and process/device engineering of the commercial and near-commercial photovoltaic technologies from the perspective of materials science and chemical engineering. The knowledge imparted from this course will be key to the future chemical/materials engineers for the solar energy industry.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Explain the properties of sunlight and its spectrum.
- 2.
  Explain the basic principles of photovoltaics.
- 3.
  Explain the structural basics and PV-related properties of (near-)commercial photovoltaic materials (Si, GaAs, CdTd, CIGS, and perovskite).
- 4.
  Explain the methodologies used to process and tailor each PV material.
- 5.
  Explain the design principle and engineering methods of PV devices using each material.
- 6.
  Summarize the updated PV industry.
- 7.
  Produce a report and presentation on the cutting-edge developments of the PV industry.
ENEG 4320
Energy Storage Technology
3 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s)
CENG 2210 OR CHEM 2410
Exclusion(s)
CBME 5830, CENG 5930
Cross-Campus Equivalent Course
SEEN 4170
Description
Electrochemical energy conversion and storage technologies such as fuel cells, batteries, electrolyzers, supercapacitors, solar cells, CO2 reduction, etc. help overcome the energy and environmental problems that have become prevalent in our society. This course will deliver the electrochemistry fundamentals first and then focus on the principles, critical materials, limitations, current status and development trend for each technology.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Understand the working principles of each electrochemical energy technology.
- 2.
  Understand the advantages and limitations of each technology.
- 3.
  Know the current research trend of each technology.
- 4.
  Know the critical materials including anode, cathode, electrolytes, etc. for each technology.
- 5.
  Understand basic electrochemistry principles and their applications in energy conversion and storage.
- 6.
  Know how to write a scientific report and give a presentation.
ENEG 4920
Energy and Environmental Engineering Capstone Design
6 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s)
CENG 3150 OR ENEG 3910
Description
A one-year project course offers practice of engineering design through a group design project chosen to integrate materials covered in the curriculum. Each student will be assigned a component of a large project which may be sponsored by industry. Credit load will be spread over the year. For students in the Sustainable Energy Engineering program in their fourth year of study only. Instructor's approval is required for enrollment in the course. May be graded PP.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Design processes and products in the realm of energy engineering to meet societal needs.
- 2.
  Develop an awareness of contemporary issues as they relate to engineering.
- 3.
  Solve energy and related problems critically and creatively.
- 4.
  Communicate clearly and concisely both in writing and orally.
- 5.
  Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
- 6.
  Pursue lifelong learning as self-regulated learners.
- 7.
  Exercise integrity, high ethical standards, and care in their personal and professional lives.
- 8.
  Select and use appropriate engineering tools and data effectively.
ENEG 4930
Energy and Environmental Engineering Thesis Research
6 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s)
(CENG 3150 OR ENEG 3910) AND (CENG 4980 OR UROP 2100)
Exclusion(s)
ENEG 4920, ENEG 4940
Description
A final-year project course offers an opportunity to conduct individual energy and environmental engineering research under the direct supervision of a faculty member, which leads to a Bachelor’s thesis. Credit load may be spread over a year. May be graded PP. For students in the Energy and Environmental Engineering major with approval from the department only.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Integrate and synthesize the knowledge they learned in various courses in the curriculum.
- 2.
  Design and conduct wet-lab or dry-lab experiments to optimize and evaluate designs.
- 3.
  Design processes or products in the realm of energy and environmental engineering creatively to meet societal needs.
- 4.
  Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
- 5.
  Articulate research questions and outcomes effectively both in writing and orally.
- 6.
  Evaluate the impact of energy and environmental engineering design on contemporary society from various pertinent perspectives.
- 7.
  Research and evaluate information related to energy and environmental engineering, and use it effectively in their own design.
- 8.
  Manage a project effectively by proper work allocation and personal management, and setting and meeting appropriate goals and deadlines.
ENEG 4940
Energy and Environmental Engineering Industrial Project
6 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s)
CENG 3150 OR ENEG 3910
Exclusion(s)
ENEG 4920, ENEG 4930
Description
This course is intended to provide final-year energy and environmental engineering students with practical hands-on training in the form of a full-time or part-time internship or co-op program in a company. Credit load may be spread over a year. May be graded PP. For students in the Energy and Environmental Engineering major with approval from the department only.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Integrate and synthesize the knowledge they learned in various courses in the curriculum.
- 2.
  Design and conduct wet-lab or dry-lab experiments to optimize and evaluate designs.
- 3.
  Design processes or products in the realm of energy and environmental engineering creatively to meet societal needs.
- 4.
  Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
- 5.
  Articulate the problem being solved and the solution provided by the design effectively both in writing and orally.
- 6.
  Evaluate the impact of energy and environmental engineering design on contemporary society from various pertinent perspectives.
- 7.
  Research and evaluate information related to energy and environmental engineering, and use it effectively in their own design.
- 8.
  Manage a project effectively by proper work allocation and personal management, and setting and meeting appropriate goals and deadlines.
ENEG 4980
Investigation Project
3 Credit(s)
Description
Students conduct in-depth experimental or computational investigations on selected topics related to energy. The research experience will be beneficial for them to expose to cutting-edge research projects and apply for graduate school later on. Students work under supervision and are encouraged to use their own initiative to complete an appropriate program of work within the time allocated. Enrollment is subject to approval by the program director and supervisor. May be repeated for credits. May be graded PP. For SUSEE students only.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Be familiar with various research and characterization tools.
- 2.
  Be familiar with the research environment.
- 3.
  Know how to write scientific reports and present scientific results.
- 4.
  Know the current research trend of the research area.
- 5.
  Know how to conduct literature survey.
- 6.
  Know how to process and analyze experimental data.
ENEG 4990
Academic and Professional Development II
0 Credit(s)
Description
Continuation of ENEG 2990. For students in the Sustainable Energy Engineering program in their fourth year of study only. Graded P or F.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Identify one's career-related attributes such as values, strengths and weaknesses, preferred work nature and environment.
- 2.
  Formulate a short-to-medium term plan for one's career aspiration.
- 3.
  Produce a professional curriculum vita.
- 4.
  Prepare for a successful job interview.
- 5.
  Apply the concept of continuous improvement in managing one's career and in pursuing lifelong learning.

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