Name |
Language |
Teaching Method |
ECTS
SWS |
Automation Technology 1 (AUT1)
German /
kMod
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German |
kMod |
5.00
- |
Automation Technology 1 (AT1)
German /
ILV
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German |
ILV |
3.00
2.00 |
Course description
During this course, the students learn different basic concepts of automation technology. In the course of this lecture, theoretical concepts will be discussed, issues relating to the design of automation components will be discussed and analyzed and finally deepened in exercises and laboratory exercises.
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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define and explain terms in electrical and physical measurement technology.
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design and dimension an OPV-based electronic measurement amplifier circuit for signal adaptation of a sensor output signal.
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design and dimension a suitable bridge circuit for measurements with physical sensors (e.g. force sensors).
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draw, explain and discuss a standard control loop and its individual components or signals.
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analyze a linear technical system (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic), to specify it as a (complex) transfer function, locus and Bode diagram and to identify its transfer function from the step response of a linear system.
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check and discuss its stability for a control loop with the help of the transfer function, the locus curve or the Bode diagram.
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dimension, evaluate and optimize P/PI/PD/PID controller and switching controller for an existing linear controlled system on the basis of a given quality criterion.
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compare and evaluate different pneumatic, electric and hydraulic drive concepts.
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design, analyze and implement a pneumatic automation concept.
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dimension and evaluate an electric drive system for a given application.
Course contents
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Principles of automation technology (introduction, history, motivation)
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Structure and design of an automation system
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Electrical and physical measurement technology, sensors in automation technology
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Actuators (pneumatic, hydraulic, electric)
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Basics of control and regulation technology (basic principles, control types, control loops)
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Technical control systems (analysis, control design and evaluation for technical machines and systems)
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Automation pyramid
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Application examples
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Automation Technology Laboratory 1 (ATLB1)
German /
LAB
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German |
LAB |
2.00
1.00 |
Course description
In this module, students deepen the knowledge they acquired in AT1 by means of laboratory exercises.
Methodology
• Preparation for exercise through self-study (Moodle-Test)
• Presentation of the laboratory exercise and exercise in groups
• Recording of measured values
• Writing of a laboratory report
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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analyse a given automation task in a team and to develop a solution.
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document, interpret and discuss the solution as well as the results achieved and write a laboratory protocol.
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to analyse and discuss automation-technical context between the individual sub-disciplines.
Course contents
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Measurement of thermal state variables such as thermal power, temperature, specific heat capacity and radiant power
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Scientific work and proper report writing
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Sensors in automation technology and actuators (pneumatic, hydraulic, electric)
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Basics of control engineering and technical control systems
Prerequisites
M1.3 Electrical Engineering 1+ Laboratory, M2.4 Electrical Engineering 2+ Laboratory
Literature
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Busch, P.: Elementare Regelungstechnik, Allgemeingültige Darstellung ohne höhere Mathematik, Vogel Buchverlag, 2005
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Haager, W.: Regelungstechnik – kompetenzorientiert, Verlag Hölder-Pichler-Tempsky, 2016
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Hesse, S.; Schnell, G.: Sensoren für die Fabrikautomation, Funktion - Ausführung - Anwendung, Vieweg+Teubner, 4. Auflage, 2009
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Patzelt, R.; Fürst, H. (Hrsg.): Elektrische Messtechnik, Springer Verlag Wien New York, 1993
Assessment methods
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Laboratory report and active participation
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Building Engineering (GEB1)
German /
kMod
|
German |
kMod |
5.00
- |
Energy Efficient Building (EFFIZ)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
2.00
1.00 |
Course description
The lecture energy-efficient building develops the basics of overall solutions for highly efficient buildings with high renewable self-coverage in new and old buildings on the basis of the previous knowledge of building physics and technology
Methodology
- In the course of this lecture, tasks that can be standardised well and require little explanation are primarily designed as self-study or individual work.
- Based on a typical real existing building, optimisation measures are quantitatively evaluated and compared with conventional solutions
- More complex tasks, with which students experience difficulties, are carried out as far as possible in presence or are flanked by debriefings/ suitable question possibilities.
- Where peer learning is promising, group work with a suitable group size is planned both online and in attendance phases.
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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Calculate, interpret and optimise the energy qualities of buildings
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To apply and interpret the possibilities and limits of simplified algorithms compared to dynamic methods for calculating the thermal behaviour of buildings
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To apply basic knowledge in the building physics fundamentals apart from thermal insulation
Course contents
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Basics of energy-optimised buildings
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Innovative building concepts such as Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB), passive house and plus energy buildings
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Departments of building physics and building services engineering
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Focus on thermal insulation, energy saving and integration of local renewable energy
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New buildings and retrofit
Prerequisites
- Construction technology and building physics
- Thermodynamics
- Construction
Literature
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Passiv House literature, www.passiv.de
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Water, Holger.: Nachhaltige Energieysteme, Grundlagen, Systemtechnik und Anwendungsbeispiele aus der Praxis. 2009 (German)
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Pokorny, Torghele, Figl, Zelger: IBO – Details for passive Houses, Springer 2008
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Zelger, Figl, Torghele, et al: IBO – Details for passive Houses: Renovation, Birkhäuser 2017
Assessment methods
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Immanent performance assessment
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Heating, ventilation, air conditioning 1 (HLK1)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
3.00
2.00 |
Course description
The lecture deals with the whole spectrum of heat generation systems and the processes of heat distribution and release as well as room ventilation. A special focus is placed on innovative systems of heat supply.
Methodology
- In the course of this lecture, tasks that can be standardised well and require little explanation are primarily designed as self-study or individual work.
- Based on a typical real existing building, optimisation measures are quantitatively evaluated and compared with conventional solutions
- More complex tasks, with which students experience difficulties, are carried out as far as possible in presence or are flanked by debriefings/ suitable question possibilities.
- Where peer learning is promising, group work with a suitable group size is planned both online and in attendance phases.
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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Calculate the heat loss and heat demand of rooms and buildings
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Determine the options for heating and hot water preparation, including their dimensioning
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Qualitatively assess the qualities of different room ventilation solutions
Course contents
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Basics of building physics
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Heat transfer and fluid mechanics
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Heat generation
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Heat distribution
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Space heating
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Room ventilation solutions
Prerequisites
- Construction technology and building physics
- Thermodynamics
- Construction
Literature
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Schmid et al: Heizung / Lüftung / Elektrizität, Energietechnik im Gebäude. 2016 (German)
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Laasch T., Laasch E.: Haustechnik Grundlagen – Planung – Ausführung. 2013 (German)
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Recknagel, Sprenger, Schramek: Taschenbuch für Heizung+Klima 19/20. 2018 (German)
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Pech, Jens: Haustechnik. 2005 (German)
Assessment methods
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Immanent performance assessment
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Electrical Power Engineering (ELET)
German /
iMod
|
German |
iMod |
5.00
- |
Electrical Power Engineering (ELET)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
5.00
3.00 |
Course description
This module provides an introduction to electrical systems engineering with special consideration of protection technology, power electronics with a focus on DC voltage conversion and electrical machines and drives.
Methodology
Integrative lecture, calculation exercise
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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To assess and apply standards and safety regulations
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Differentiate between insulation classes, operating modes and degrees of protection
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Protective measures to be selected and applied
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To name, explain, plan and calculate components from generating plants to consumption plants
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to describe the basic function of converters for converting electrical energy
Course contents
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Standards and safety regulations
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Insulation classes, operating modes, degrees of protection and rating plate
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Protective measures
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Power line calculation
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Electrical installation
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Basic elements of power electronics
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DC / DC, AC / DC and DC / AC converters
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Transformer: equivalent circuit diagram, connection marking, single-phase transformer for three-phase current, three-phase current transformer, parallel connection of transformers
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Fundamentals of rotating machines: Introduction, designs, basic equations, connection identification, fundamentals of drive technology
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Synchronous machine: generation of the rotating field, structure, mode of operation
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Asynchronous machine: structure, mode of operation and formal relationships
Prerequisites
Mathematics 1 and 2, electrical engineering 1 a. 2; physical fundamentals of mechanics, fluid mechanics for energy technology
Literature
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Heuck, Dettmann, Schulz: Elektrische Energieversorgung, Springer Vieweg, 2013
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Flosdorff und Hilgarth: Elektrische Energieverteilung, Springer Vieweg, 2005
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Seyr, Rösch und Praxmarer: Elektroinstallation –Blitzschutz – Lichttechnik, Verlag Jugend & Volk GmbH, Wien, 2017
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Zach, F. (2015): Leistungselektronik, 5. Auflage, Springer, 2787 Seiten, ISBN-10: 3658048980
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Kremser A.: Elektrische Maschinen und Antriebe - Grundlagen, Motoren und Anwendungen; Springer, 2012
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Bolte E.: Elektrische Maschinen; Springer, 2012
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Häberle G.D. und Häberle H. O.: Elektrische Antriebe und Energieverteilung; Europa-Lehrmittel, 2002
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Fundamentals of Thermal Energy Plants (THERM)
German /
kMod
|
German |
kMod |
5.00
- |
Biomas Heat Supply (BIOWV)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
3.00
2.00 |
Course description
Basics in Bioenergy with focus on District Heating Supply
Methodology
Integrated lecture with exercises
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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interpret the supply chain of biomass and the quality criteria of biomass
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analyze biomass incineration under quality and quantity criteria
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describe and analyse the use of different biomass incineration techniques
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evaluate the main legislation restrictions with the use of biomass
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design the main components of a thermal biomass plant concerning fuel system, boiler and hydraulic integration
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analyse the integration and operation of a thermal biomass plant in the energy system
Course contents
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Sources, preparation techniques and quality criteria of biomass fuels
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Design and calculation of the incineration process of biomass
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Design criteria of small and large size biomass plants,
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Emissions and fluegas treatment of biomass incinerators
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Legislation restrictions with the use of biomass plants
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Analysis of the heat consumption calculation of local biomass heating plants
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Sochinsky curve and co-incident factor, boiler load curve
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Process engineering of the biomass system, boiler, thermal network and heat transfer system at consumer,
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Basics of plant design and simulation methods
Prerequisites
Basics in Physics and Thermodynamics
Literature
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Kaltschmitt, Hartmann, Hofbauer, Energie aus Biomasse, Springer Verlag, 2016
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Zahoransky (2012): Energietechnik: Systeme zur Energieumwandlung, Springer Vieweg Verlag,
Assessment methods
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Constantly rated assignments - Final examination
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Solar thermal heat supply (WAERM)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
2.00
1.00 |
Course description
Basic of thermal solar systems and components
Methodology
Integrated lecture with exercises
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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Explain the essential laws of radiation and to identify the physical correlations in a solar thermal collector
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Name the essential available collector types, describe tdraw a technical sketchheir function and to
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Name the essential different designs, types and areas of application of thermal energy storage, describe their functionality and to draw a technical sketch
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Name the essential components of a solar thermal system, to describe the functions and to design them and to describe the different operation modes of solar thermal systems, to name the typical specific values
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To describe the essential figures of solar systems (solar coverage, specific yield, seasonal performance ratio, system performance ratio)
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To dimension a simple solar thermal system (collector, storage, pressure loss,..)
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Calculate the economy of a solar thermal system
Course contents
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Different types of solar thermal systems
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Radiation physics
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Solar thermal collector, physics, designs
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Energy storage, types, applications
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Other components
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Controller, Caracteristic figures, Hygiene
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Dimension of solar thermal systems
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Economy of ST plants
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Evaluation of ST heating systems
Prerequisites
Basics in Physics and Thermodynamics
Literature
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F. Späte, H.Ladener: Solaranlagen, Handbuch der thermischen Solarenergienutzung, Oekobuch Verlag, 2008
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N.V. Khartchenko: Thermische Solaranalgen – Grundlagen, Planung und Auslegung, Springer Verlag, ISBN 3-540-58300-9, 1995.
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Eicker U.: Solare Technologien für Gebäude – Grundlagen und Praxisbeispiele, 2.Auflage, Vieweg+Teubner Verlag, 2012
Assessment methods
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Onlinetest and final examination
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Management and Law (MANRE)
German /
kMod
|
German |
kMod |
5.00
- |
Business Law (RECHT)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
3.00
2.00 |
Project Management (PM)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
2.00
1.00 |
Course description
In this sub-module students acquire basic project management skills.
Methodology
Flipped Classroom
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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define the term "project"
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classify projects by means of suitable criteria
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divide the project life cycle into different phases with different tasks
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differentiate between different procedure models, to formulate project goals regarding performance, costs and deadlines
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document requirements in a requirement specification as well as a functional specification in a comprehensible way
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distinguish between different forms of project organization and outline their respective advantages and disadvantages
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to differentiate between different project roles
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identify professional and social skills of project staff as an essential prerequisite for successful project work
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identify relevant stakeholders and their expectations of the project
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outline instruments for developing a beneficial project culture, to design countermeasures for unacceptable project risks
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draw up project plans (e.g. (e.g. work breakdown structure plan, schedule, time schedule, cost plan, etc.)
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apply project controlling methods and instruments (e.g. earned value analysis, etc.) for the purposes of schedule and cost control
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evaluate the effects of changing conditions and customer requirements
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moderate a project final meeting and write a project final report
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self-critically reflect on the achieved project results (e.g. (e.g. lessons learned etc.) and to derive improvement potentials for future projects in the sense of knowledge transfer
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present and defend project results to project stakeholders
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differentiate between program and portfolio management, to use project management software (Project Libre)
Course contents
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Project characteristics
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Project term
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Project types
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Project Management
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Procedure models
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Project goals
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Project requirements
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Phase and milestone planning
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Project Organization
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Project roles
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Project Structure Planning
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Estimate of expenditure
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Process and time scheduling (e.g. bar chart, network diagram)
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Resource and cost planning
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Project controlling and reporting
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Project completion
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Stakeholder Management
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Risk Management
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Project Marketing
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Quality Management
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Document Management
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Configuration Management
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Change Management
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Contract Management
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Management of project teams
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Agile project management
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Scrum
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Program Management
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Portfolio Management
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Project Management Software
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International Project Management
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Project Management Certifications
Prerequisites
None
Literature
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Timinger, Schnellkurs Projektmanagement, Wiley
Assessment methods
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Project work: 50%
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Interim tests: 50%
Anmerkungen
Details see Moodle course
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Photovoltaics (PHOTO)
German /
iMod
|
German |
iMod |
5.00
- |
Photovoltaics (PHOT1)
German /
ILV
|
German |
ILV |
5.00
3.00 |
Course description
Structure and operating behavior of the components of standard photovoltaic systems, integration of the entire system into the electrical network.
Learning outcomes
After passing this course successfully students are able to ...
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explain the physical mode of operation of solar cells
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describe the manufacturing process and the structure of solar modules
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to explain the operating behavior of the system components, their interaction with one another and with the network
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to describe the ecological effects and economic framework conditions of the operation of PV systems
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to describe the photovoltaic development of the last few years in general and with regard to the energy market relevance
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to analyze the technical and economic application possibilities of photovoltaics in urban areas
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to assess the cost development and to make a comparison with conventional electricity generation
Course contents
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Physics of the solar cell, types of solar cells, manufacturing processes
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Photovoltaic modules, mounting systems
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Sun exposure, potential, use
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Stand-alone systems, types of battery storage systems and their operating behavior
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Grid-connected systems: inverters, grid connection, design of the entire system
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Energy yield, costs, environmental effects, planning, construction, operation
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PV status, perspectives, grid integration, effects on energy markets, legal issues, legislation in the PV area
Prerequisites
Electrical engineering 2, thermodynamics, mathematics for engineering
Literature
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Volker Quaschning (2019): Regenerative Energiesysteme, Hanser Verlag
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Heinrich Häberlin (2007): Photovoltaik, Strom aus Sonnenlicht für Verbundnetz und Inselanlagen, AZ-Fachverlag
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Ralf Haselhuhn (2010): Leitfaden photovoltaische Anlagen, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Sonnenenergie
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Konrad Mertens (2011): Photovoltaik, Lehrbuch zu Grundlagen, Technologie und Praxis, Hanser Verlag
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