Low Emission Technologies and Supply Systems

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  • 14 Sequences
  • Advanced Level
  • Starts on September 7, 2020
  • Ends on December 31, 2020

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Syllabus

Topic 1: Introduction to primary energy sources
This topic covers introductory thermodynamics and investigates primary energy sources and the meaning of technology readiness.
Topic 2: Electricity from coal: Technology options and developments
This topic discusses the emissions profile, current deployment level and future development of different coal based power producing technologies.
Topic 3: Electricity from gas: Technology options and developments
This topic discusses the environmental impact, current deployment level and future developments of different gas based power producing technologies.
Topic 4: Carbon capture technology: Technology options and developments
In this topic learners will explore the purpose of carbon capture and storage and also different options for carbon capture.
Topic 5: Carbon transport and storage: Technology options and developments
This topic explores the different carbon transport and storage options and includes an overview of key carbon capture and storage projects globally.
Topic 6: Transportation fuels

In this topic we present the basic processes of oil refining, emissions to the environment, current usage profile and future alternatives.
Topic 7: Industrial carbon intensive processes
This topic introduces learners to the basics of energy intensive industrial processes.
Topic 8: Power from nuclearenergy
This topic covers the basics of nuclear power generation including reactor types, fuel cycles, waste and safety.
Topic 9: Addressing complexity and deep emission reductions
Topic 10:Pathways to net zero carbon dioxide emissions in the electricy sector.

Prerequisite

  • Ability to perform simple mathematical operations.
  • Advanced English language skills.

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