Wind Power Technology Fundamentals (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Content scheduling

The training will cover the following topic
• Wind as energy source
• Operating principle of wind turbines
• Wind turbine rotor design and simulation
• Control strategies for optimal energy yield
• Components, in particular converters and generators
• Topologies of power conversion chain
• Practical examples and calculations

Schedule
Duration week 4-13 2025
Introduction lecture in week 4

Objective

On completion of the training, students will
• have a better understanding how wind turbines work
• be familiar with and be able to calculate key parameters for the conversion of energy from the wind to the power grid.
• Differentiate wind turbines topologies and characteristics

Content

The training will cover the following topic
• Wind as energy source
• Operating principle of wind turbines
• Wind turbine rotor design and simulation
• Control strategies for optimal energy yield
• Components, in particular converters and generators
• Topologies of power conversion chain
• Practical examples and calcutaions

Materials

The learning material consists of material distributed through Itslearning.

Teaching methods

The course is conducted as an online course, consisting of online lectures and independent exercises. The course is built on the Itslearning platform, with learning materials, videos, and assignments, and is completed primarily through self-study, allowing for flexible scheduling, supported by theonline lectures

Exam schedules

There is no final exam for the course.

Pedagogic approaches and sustainable development

Learning is largely based on the student’s independent study and the completion of exercises and materials. Learning is supported by the learning materials and exercises on the Itslearning site, as well as online lectures and guidance sessions, such as for conducting simulation exercises.

Completion alternatives

No alternative methods.

Student workload

The course is worth 5 ECTS credits, which corresponds to approximately 135 hours of student work. This includes the independent study of learning materials, the completion of practice tests and assessments, as well as participation in contact teaching sessions.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student achieves a total of 40% or more of the maximum points for the assignments.

Evaluation methods and criteria

The evaluation is based on the exercises completed during the course.

Failed (0)

The student achieves less than 40% of the maximum points for the assignments.

Qualifications

Electricity in general, basic knowledge about power electronics and converters, mathematics and energy calculations. (Recommendation, not a mandatory requirement)

Further information

The primary communication channel is Itslearning. Additional information can be obtained from the responsible teacher via email if needed.