Department of Engineering Department of Engineering Dean: Dr. Ármann Gylfason Email: ru@ru.is Website: http://www.ru.is/tvd Teachers View MSc in Sustainable Energy Science - Iceland School of Energy MSc in Sustainable Energy Science - Iceland School of Energy Semesters: 4 Years: 2 ETCS: 120 Learning Outcomes View

Haustönn/Fall 2023 Energy Study Trip  ISE-04 ECTS 3 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 4. Second cycle, introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content This educational trip, occasionally hosted by Reykjavik University or other partner institutions, immerses students in hands-on learning experiences related to sustainable energy science, engineering, and electric power engineering. As students engage with experts and delve into the host location´s local culture, they encounter diverse sustainable practices. The trip´s location varies, ensuring dynamic perspectives and unique learning opportunities. Regardless of the hosting institution, assessments are consistently conducted by Reykjavik University. Learning outcome - Objectives Expert Engagement: Students will engage with and learn directly from leading experts in the fields of sustainable energy science, engineering, and electric power engineering at the chosen location(s). Location-Based Learning: Students will leverage unique learning opportunities provided by the specific location(s), tapping into localized knowledge, practices, and innovations in sustainable energy and electric power engineering. Interdisciplinary Exposure: The trip will offer insights into various facets of sustainable energy science and engineering, ensuring students gain a holistic understanding of the field. Practical Application: Through direct interactions and on-site visits, students will witness the real-world application of theoretical concepts related to sustainable energy and electric power systems. Cultural Immersion: Beyond academic learning, students will immerse themselves in the local culture, enhancing their global perspectives and understanding of how culture impacts sustainable practices and engineering solutions. Course assessment Field Notes: Systematic recordings of observations and insights gathered during the trip. Final Report: A comprehensive analysis of the journey, encapsulating key learnings, experiences, and insights. Additional Items: As detailed in the course outline or as instructed by the course facilitator. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Students will engage in on-site exploration of sustainable facilities, attend expert-led lectures, and participate in interactive workshops. Cultural immersion plays a key role, coupled with systematic field note-taking and group reflections. The course concludes with a comprehensive report, with all evaluations conducted by Reykjavik University. Language of instruction English Energy Technology  SE-802-ET1 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Core Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Guðrún Arnbjörg Sævarsdóttir Content 12-week, main semester introduction to the basics of energy technology and engineering. This course is developed for non-engineers to gain the skills necessary to be competent in describing energy systems. Learning outcome - Objectives To give an introduction to and an overview of the field of energy by presenting basic concepts and laws of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Topics covered include thermodynamic systems, properties of pure substances and phase changes, ideal gas, real gas, state equations and thermodynamic variables, work, heat and the first law of thermodynamics, the second law, reversible and irreversible processes, the Carnot cycle and the Kelvin temperature scale, entropy, heat engines, Otto, Diesel, Brayton and Stirling cycles, steam cycles, refrigeration and heat pumps, heat transfer, heat conduction in one and two dimensions, steady state and transient, convection, free and forced, radiation, the laws of Stefan-Boltzmann and Planck, surface properties, shape factors, and radiation heat exchange between surfaces, heat exchangers, duty and properties. Course assessment Defined in Canvas.  Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English Energy Geology  SE-803-GE1 ECTS 3 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Aisling Scully David McNamara Content 3-week module held in fall semester that is built towards being geology for engineers. Learning outcome - Objectives By the end of this course the student will be familiar with •Reading geological maps and cross sections •Volcanology and volcanic terranes •Sedimentary rocks and sedimentary basin structure •Concepts of structural geology and stereonets •The relationship between permeability and structure, and borehole imaging •Gathering information from core •Properties of reservoir rocks •Geotechnical properties of rocks and rock masses Course assessment Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English Energy Economics  SE-805-EC1 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 4. Second cycle, introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Ralph Rudd Sigurður Björnsson Content 12-week course that focuses on the specifics of energy economics. This course will give students a broad overview of a variety of theoretical and empirical topics related to energy economics. Learning outcome - Objectives •Understanding of a broad overview of a variety of theoretical and empirical topics related to energy economics •Apply methods from mathematics and economics science to analyze complex systems in energy systems or their peripheries. •Analyze economics of energy project •Analyze and communicate experimental, numerical and statistical data. •Apply standard scientific principles to develop analytical solutions to a range of practical problems. Course assessment No assessment found. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Special Topics in Energy I  SE-805-STE ECTS 1 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content In this course you will learn the fundamental concepts underlying microgrid systems that incorporate local renewable energy resources, with an emphasis on community-based projects and non-grid connected systems. This course is designed for learners from a variety of backgrounds, including engineers and non-engineers alike. Real-world case studies will be a primary focus, and our exploration will focus not only on system design, but also the intersection between energy systems and the human experience. Microgrids are small grids with defined electrical boundaries that can disconnect from the traditional grid to operate autonomously and locally, or are permanently disconnected from the grid. Remote microgrids are common across the Arctic region, with hundreds of communities depending on small local grids, many of which are reliant on imported diesel fuel for power generation. Microgrids support a flexible and efficient electric grid by enabling the integration of local renewable resources, and are considered to be important building blocks of the future electricity delivery system to support resilience. Learning outcome - Objectives •Learn about a range of microgrid architectures with an emphasis on community-based and remote systems •Explore the integration of renewable energy and distributed generation on small grids •Assess the role storage technologies can play in supporting integration of variable renewable resources •Identify and size appropriate renewable energy and storage technologies •Explore strategies and best practices for planning and designing a microgrid system Course assessment •In-person 2 week short course •10 hours of lectures •Total 25-30 hours of student work load •Assigned readings •The course will be highly interactive, with group discussions •Assessments will include short quizzes, and a group or individual project Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Environmental Impact Assessment  SE-806-EI1 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer David Christian Finger Content Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is the process by which the anticipated effects on the environment of a proposed development or project are measured. In this course the process of an EIA will be discussed and students will get the opportunity to develop their own EIA on a topic they select. The students will have the opportunity to get in contact with relevant stakeholders and acquire first-hand experience in the field of environmental impact assessments. The course is structured in three parts: i) lecturing of theoretical and field methods frequently used within the EIA process, ii) interaction with local businesses to acquire first-hand experience and iii) hands on training by writing an EI statement on a selected topic (see link below). The students should develop an environmental system understanding, enhance their awareness for environmental problems and get the opportunity to developed potential solutions to mitigate, compensate and reverse persistent environmental challenges. Learning outcome - Objectives Upon completion of this course students will be familiar with the most common forms of environmental impact due to anthropogenic activities estimation of their severity and understand possible mitigation techniques. A special focus will be laid on the energy sector. Course assessment No assessment found. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Geothermal Conceptual Modeling  SE-814-GCM ECTS 3 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 5. Second cycle, intermediate Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule 3-week intensive course Lecturer Juliet Ann Newson Content An introduction to geological modelling. This 3 week course devotes the first week to learning the use of the software, in this case Leapfrog Geothermal, in order to build a 3D model of the geology and conceptual chemistry and physics of active geothermal systems. The advantage of using such software to conceptualize a system is that the result is consistent with all the input data from the system, and allows us to view . The second and third weeks of the course are spent in developing a case study conceptual model. This work will be in groups, and will consist of building a natural state conceptual model from real field data. The models will be presented to the class, and peer evaluation will be part of the final mark, with the remainder of the mark contributed by staff and other geothermal experts. Learning outcome - Objectives Review of essential data preparation and modelling concepts Advanced model surface editing techniques Presentation outputs of modelling software Examine and understand a model uncertainty Course assessment Project presentation. Evaluation is conducted by peers, staff, and geothermal experts. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Special Topics in Energy II  SE-817-STE ECTS 3 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 4. Second cycle, introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content The course focuses on understanding the link between demand and energy efficiency for a successful socio-technical transition to sustainable energy, with a focus on transportation energy systems as case study. Analytical tools from resource & energy economics, transportation economics, data analytics, and engineering will be covered to assess the energy consumption and environmental effects of long-term projects over complex, large-scale energy & infrastructure systems. Learning outcome - Objectives Learning outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1.Understand and apply multidisciplinary tools (engineering, economics, statistics) for the analysis sociotechnical energy efficiency transitions 2.Understand interactions among the infrastructure, transportation, economic, energy, environmental, regulatory, and social systems 3.Recognize the importance of and how to account for customer response to sustainable energy for planning investments, designing new technologies, and defining welfare-improving policies 4.Model customer energy choices among emerging technologies with a focus on transportation (electrification) 5.Appreciate the use of statistical models for decision-based design and energy demand management 6.Apply statistical tools for the analysis of energy systems using statistical software (RStudio) 7.Understand the use of regulatory tools such as fuel taxes, feebates, and fuel efficiency standards Course assessment 70% Problem Sets: 2 problem sets (35% each) will help the student to understand new approaches, to resolve misconceptions, and to emphasize key subjects that are relevant in practice. 30% Take-home Exam: A true understanding of the analytical tools is a necessary asset for empirical work. A final exam will test whether students have acquired a solid background for understanding, analyzing and modeling the relationship between transportation demand and energy consumption. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Weekly lectures, individual assignments, and practical laboratory work. Language of instruction English Independent Project  SE-826-IP1 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content No content found. Learning outcome - Objectives No objectives found. Course assessment No assessment found. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Managing Research and Development - Methods and Models  T-814-PROD ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Páll Kristján Pálsson Content We cover the engineering approach to innovation and entrepreneurship in lectures and a practical program in which students work in an active company.Due to increasing freedom in trade and internationalization the competition between companies is boosting. At the same time consumers demand new solutions, and the technology develops, resulting in older solutions becoming obsolete. Such conditions require constant innovation in companies’ management and an understanding of the nature of innovation and entrepreneurship. Innovation is not only necessary in technological companies, but in all companies that intend to live and prosper.The course will cover innovation and the ability companies have for innovation in light of market, science, engineering, planning and financial presumptions. We deal with the terms innovation and entrepreneurship and their significance for modern management and put in context with success. We will also cover the value of knowledge, intellectual property rights and patent rights. Then we cover the internationalization and its impact on the innovation process.Special emphasis will be put on systematic development of the processes connected to innovation and worked on a project in a real company in this field.The aim is that the students aquire an understanding of the cause of success and mistake in innovation within a company and how companies can increase their ability for innovation and the importance of innivation and initative thinking for the existence of companies.Students will, at the end of the course,  have aquired a steadfast  knowledge of the method applied within product-developement and innovation in companies and be able to apply them on their own in the furture.  Learning outcome - Objectives At the end of the course the students shall have reliable knowledge of the methods used creating innovation basis and be capable to develop and construct a system for managing innovation in companies.??????? Understand the presumption for success and the reasons for mistakes in innovation within companies. Understand how companies can develop, maintain and increase their skill for innovation and the value of innovation and initiative thinking for the existence of companies. Knowing companies methodology for developing products and innovation and pioneer thinking and the development of new products (goods and service). Be familiar with companies methodology for developing products and innovation and being able to use it. Posses good knowledge of the main items of the innovator science and adaptation and  integration of the knowledge of individual employees in order to create strong teams. Be able to evaluate the reasons for success and evade  mistakes in innovation within companies. Can by themselves take on a systematical construction and the processes connected to innovation in companies and possess the understanding, skill and knowledge to manage the development and running of such systems within companies. Be able to introduce and interpret the conclusions  and proposals on the above mentioned fields and be able to express themselves on those issues. Course assessment Reports (4), each 18% total 72%. Verbal exam 28%. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Lectures and project work. Language of instruction English Energy in Industrial Processes  T-863-EIIP ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course First cycle - Advanced / Second cycle - Introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Guðrún Arnbjörg Sævarsdóttir Sai Krishna Padamata Content The course covers the use of energy in industrial processes and society. The principles of mass and energy balance are applied to processes taking into account thermodynamics and thermochemistry. The chemistry of metallurgical processes such as iron and steel production is covered but the main focus is on the industrial processes that are prevalent in Iceland, aluminum and silicon. Also other energy intensive processes are addressed such as cement production, mineral wool, fertilizer and synthetic fuel.The main emphasis is on the student’s ability to get an overview over various processes in terms of material and energy flow, raw materials, energy use and efficiency, environmental effects and mitigation. Also the economic background i.e. the cost, profit and market conditions are addressed. Grading is based on problem solving, individual and group projects as well as a final exam. Field trips are an integral part of the course.  Learning outcome - Objectives Course assessment Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English High Voltage Engineering  T-866-HIVO ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Davíð Örn Jónsson Content Content: • Electric field characteristics. Analytical estimation of electric fields.• Numerical computing of voltage distributions and electric fields using Finite-Difference codes. Numerical solving of Laplace Equation.• Numerical analysis of E-fields using CST EM Studio.• Generation of DC, AC and impulse high-voltages.• Measurement of DC, AC and impulse high-voltages.• Breakdown in gases, liquids, and solid dielectrics. Application of insulating materials in electrical components.  Design of insulators.• Overvoltage phenomenon. Learning outcome - Objectives Knowledge: By the end of the course the students will be able: to understand basic concepts and phenomena relevant to dimensioning and evaluation of high voltage (HV) components with regard to electrical, electro-mechanical, and thermal stress of insulators and conductors, to identify key component’s parameters and define critical quantities/figures of HV components, to examine the influence of the identified component’s parameters on the critical quantities/figures, to differentiate and subsequently prioritise the critical figures with regard to safe and reliable operation of a particular component/insulator, as well as to reliably estimate values and uncertainties of relevant figures. Skills: By the completion of the course the students should be able: to identify electric field characteristics (as well other related quantities, e.g., temperature, pressure, current, etc.,) and material parameters appropriate for a particular HV problem, to use analytical methods to estimate: HV components/insulation characteristics, potential relief in the electric stress due to proper component dimensioning/grading, possible value of electric field build up due to insulation defects, to develop, modify and, use finite-difference numerical codes for computing and visualization of electric fields and voltage distributions, to set up and use electric schematic evaluators for steady-state and transient thermal analyses and ampacity evaluation of HV cables, to simulate electric stress using CST EM studio, to make a state of the art review on a particular HV problem using available databases (e.g., ieeexplore), as well as to evaluate reliability of the available formulas and approaches for HV problems. Competence: By the completion of the course, the students should have developed a basic vision of existing methods and tools relevant to design and analysis of HV components/insulators.   Completion of the course assignments requires the student (a) to elaborate the work plan for every assignment, (b) to list modelling approximations/assumptions, (c) to define the figures of interest, (d) to configure evaluation tools, (e) to interpret the evaluation results, (f) to present the completed assignment in the form of a report describing the problem formulation, description of methods, results, conclusion, and bibliography. Course assessment Projects (incl. project reports): 3 x 25% = 75%; Subject reviews (incl. ppt-presentations): 2 x 12.5% = 25%. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Lectures and practical (project) sessions. Language of instruction English Smart-Grid and Sustainable Power Systems  T-867-GRID ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 5. Second cycle, intermediate Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught for 12 weeks. Lecturer Mohamed F. M. Abdelfattah Content Introduction to electric power systems Energy resources and power plants Introduction to Smart-Grids Smart-Grids control and automation Information and communications technologies (ICT) applications for Smart-Grids Renewable energy and emerging technologies Stability analysis for Smart-Grids Power electronics and high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission in Smart-Grids Case studies, experiences, test cases or a projects in Smart-Grids Learning outcome - Objectives After successful completion of this course, the students should be able to: Know the basic components of the electric power systems and understand how electrical energy is generated, transmitted, distributes and consumed, and gain some idea about the energy resources and power plants. Be familiar with the concept of fundamentals of Smart-Grids, and learn the fundamentals of the network protection and control, and understand the value of reliability and automation in distribution networks. Understand the role of information and communications technologies (ICT) solutions on Smart-Grids, including selected topics such as wide area measurement systems (WAMS) and applications (PMU), Internet protocol (IP) and Internet-based applications, global positioning system (GPS) applications, multi-agent systems (MAS), geographic information system (GIS) applications, automatic meter reading (AMR), wireless and radio communication, power line carrier communication, optical fiber communication, Information and cyber security, and computational tools for Smart-Grids. Gain some knowledge about Smart-Grids topics related to renewable energy and emerging technologies such as the role of Smart-Grids in integrating renewables, the impact of integrating fluctuating energy sources such as wind, energy storage systems, microgrids, electric vehicles in Smart-Grids, active distribution network, demand response and management, and smart cities, smart buildings, and smart homes. Students might discuss other Smart-Grids topics such as stability analysis for Smart-Grids, power electronics and high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission in Smart-Grids. They could also study case studies, experiences, test cases or projects in Smart-Grids. Students’ individual skills and group work experience are expected to be improved by using individual assignments, presentations and group discussions. Course assessment Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English MSc Thesis  T-900-MEIS ECTS 30 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content In order to graduate with an MSc from the School of Science and Engineering all students must complete a project that results in a formal thesis and a public defence of the thesis. The thesis can be submitted either in English or Icelandic and should sufficiently present a body of work commensurate with the number of credits of the particular MSc project. While the thesis itself has to comply with the layout instructions in regard to the front, back and title pages, it can consist mainly of published or submitted research papers. In this case, a detailed summary of a length to be determined by the student’s supervisor shall be provided as an introduction to the published material, explaining the context and coherence of the work. The official completion of the MSc thesis is signified by the student submitting the final version of the thesis, signed by himself/herself, the supervisor(s) and the examiner to the RU library as well as an electronic version (PDF) for the programme manager for publication on the RU-SSE web site. If a student plans to graduate in a particular graduation ceremony, the following deadlines have to be respected. Should any of the deadlines below not be respected the student will have to wait for the following graduation ceremony before he/she can graduate. Students are responsible for adhering to these deadlines and are advised to deliver their work in good time. The deadline schedule for the purpose of graduation is as follows (where t is the graduation date): • Thesis delivered to supervisor t-32* • Supervisor comments delivered to student t-50** • Thesis delivered to supervisor and examiner t-40* • Defence t-14** • Signed final version of thesis delivered to RU library t-11** • Grade posted to the Registrar by supervisor t-11* • Graduation t** * Can be modified by mutual agreement of the supervisor, student and examiner. ** Firm deadlines. Learning outcome - Objectives By the end of the course the candidate should be able to: Independently manage, organize and successfully complete a compressive project in the field of engineering. Assess complex engineering problems, identify key factors in a given situation, apply standard engineering and scientific principles to develop, design and implement an appropriate engineering solution. Interpret and apply existing theories, models, methods and results, both qualitatively and quantitatively, within the field of engineering. Apply research methodology, including the fundamentals of technical writing and presentation, information finding and literature search. Course assessment The supervisor(s) shall evaluate the thesis together with an examiner appointed by the Director of Graduate Studies. They shall also submit the candidate to an oral examination on the thesis in public. A grade shall be awarded for the thesis. The minimum grade for achieving a pass is 6.0 Equal weight shall be placed on four criteria • Significance and originality • Scientific and technological challenge and results • Methodological quality • Presentation The examiners shall take into account the number of ECTS for the Master’s project. Thus, significantly more demands in terms of originality, quantity and scientific quality of the work are placed on the student for a 60 ECTS project than a 30 ECTS project. For a 90 ECTS project, the quality criterion shall acknowledge that, in the opinion of the examiners, the work can be published internationally in a peer-reviewed venue, give rise to patentable innovation, have resulted in a viable prospect for a commercial venture or other results of similar significance. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English MSc thesis II  T-901-MEI2 ECTS 30 Year 1. year Semester Fall 2023 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content In order to graduate with an MSc from the School of Science and Engineering all students must complete a project that results in a formal thesis and a public defence of the thesis. The thesis can be submitted either in English or Icelandic and should sufficiently present a body of work commensurate with the number of credits of the particular MSc project. While the thesis itself has to comply with the layout instructions in regard to the front, back and title pages, it can consist mainly of published or submitted research papers. In this case, a detailed summary of a length to be determined by the student’s supervisor shall be provided as an introduction to the published material, explaining the context and coherence of the work. The official completion of the MSc thesis is signified by the student submitting the final version of the thesis, signed by himself/herself, the supervisor(s) and the examiner to the RU library as well as an electronic version (PDF) for the programme manager for publication on the RU-SSE web site. If a student plans to graduate in a particular graduation ceremony, the following deadlines have to be respected. Should any of the deadlines below not be respected the student will have to wait for the following graduation ceremony before he/she can graduate. Students are responsible for adhering to these deadlines and are advised to deliver their work in good time. The deadline schedule for the purpose of graduation is as follows (where t is the graduation date): • Thesis delivered to supervisor t-32* • Supervisor comments delivered to student t-22** • Thesis delivered to supervisor and examiner t-13* • Defence t-7** • Signed final version of thesis delivered to RU library t-5** • Grade posted to the Registrar by supervisor t-4* • Graduation t** * Can be modified by mutual agreement of the supervisor, student and examiner. ** Firm deadlines. Learning outcome - Objectives No objectives found. Course assessment The supervisor(s) shall evaluate the thesis together with an examiner appointed by the Director of Graduate Studies. They shall also submit the candidate to an oral examination on the thesis in public. A grade shall be awarded for the thesis. The minimum grade for achieving a pass is 6.0 Equal weight shall be placed on four criteria • Significance and originality • Scientific and technological challenge and results • Methodological quality • Presentation The examiners shall take into account the number of ECTS for the Master’s project. Thus, significantly more demands in terms of originality, quantity and scientific quality of the work are placed on the student for a 60 ECTS project than a 30 ECTS project. For a 90 ECTS project, the quality criterion shall acknowledge that, in the opinion of the examiners, the work can be published internationally in a peer-reviewed venue, give rise to patentable innovation, have resulted in a viable prospect for a commercial venture or other results of similar significance. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Vorönn/Spring 2024 Energy Study Trip  ISE-04 ECTS 3 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 4. Second cycle, introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Jacob Ristagno Kaminski Content This educational trip, occasionally hosted by Reykjavik University or other partner institutions, immerses students in hands-on learning experiences related to sustainable energy science, engineering, and electric power engineering. As students engage with experts and delve into the host location´s local culture, they encounter diverse sustainable practices. The trip´s location varies, ensuring dynamic perspectives and unique learning opportunities. Regardless of the hosting institution, assessments are consistently conducted by Reykjavik University. Learning outcome - Objectives Expert Engagement: Students will engage with and learn directly from leading experts in the fields of sustainable energy science, engineering, and electric power engineering at the chosen location(s). Location-Based Learning: Students will leverage unique learning opportunities provided by the specific location(s), tapping into localized knowledge, practices, and innovations in sustainable energy and electric power engineering. Interdisciplinary Exposure: The trip will offer insights into various facets of sustainable energy science and engineering, ensuring students gain a holistic understanding of the field. Practical Application: Through direct interactions and on-site visits, students will witness the real-world application of theoretical concepts related to sustainable energy and electric power systems. Cultural Immersion: Beyond academic learning, students will immerse themselves in the local culture, enhancing their global perspectives and understanding of how culture impacts sustainable practices and engineering solutions. Course assessment Field Notes: Systematic recordings of observations and insights gathered during the trip. Final Report: A comprehensive analysis of the journey, encapsulating key learnings, experiences, and insights. Additional Items: As detailed in the course outline or as instructed by the course facilitator. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Students will engage in on-site exploration of sustainable facilities, attend expert-led lectures, and participate in interactive workshops. Cultural immersion plays a key role, coupled with systematic field note-taking and group reflections. The course concludes with a comprehensive report, with all evaluations conducted by Reykjavik University. Language of instruction English Environmental Law  L-808-UMHR ECTS 7,5 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule 30-38 class hours pr. semester Lecturer No lecturer found. Content The course deals with Icelandic laws concerning the protection of the environment and natural resources, be it of land, sea or air. The main areas are public administration, public access to environmental information, rules regarding climate change, land use plans, environmental impact assessments, and potential liability on account of pollution damage. Special emphasis will be on the link between Icelandic legislation, European legislation and international conventions. Learning outcome - Objectives Comprehensive knowledge on concepts and principles of environmental legislation and on how to apply them. Course assessment Oral exam 50%, assignments, essays and presentation total 50% Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Lectures and discussion Language of instruction Icelandic Power Plant Design  SE-815-PPE ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 5. Second cycle, intermediate Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught every day for 3 weeks. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content Thermodynamics, plant layout, operating principles of turbomachinery and major power plant equipment. Learning outcome - Objectives Upon completion of the course students should have the ability to: Structure a feasibility study Describe and construct the major conceptual drawings for a power project Evaluate technical and economic considerations for major equipment and projects Assess the major factors affecting technical performance of a thermal power plant Assess the major factors affecting financial performance of a power project Identify basic construction and maintenance safety practices Course assessment Defined in Canvas. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Lectures, independent readings and joint project work. Language of instruction English Geothermal Reservoir Engineering  SE-828-GR2 ECTS 5 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught as a module course in combination with other geothermal courses. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content Introductory geothermal reservoir engineering, through lectures and several practical projects and assignments, with the aim of providing the student with basic knowledge on the different aspects of the discipline as well as some experience in tackling practical problems. Basic theory of fluid and energy flow in geothermal reservoirs Utilization of geothermal systems The nature and response of systems to utilization Approaches to geothermal resource management and monitoring geothermal systems. Analytical and numerical modelling of geothermal systems Learning outcome - Objectives Apply scientific and engineering knowledge to build conceptual models of geothermal systems Apply analytic models to understand the performance of geothermal systems under utilization Design geothermal reservoir models for numerical simulation and perform computer simulations using reservoir simulation code. Design a monitoring system to extract key data from the system Interpret monitoring data for system management Course assessment Defined in Canvas. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Daily lectures and projects. Language of instruction English Geothermal Science I  SE-829-GS1 ECTS 5 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught as a module course in combination with other geothermal courses. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content This course is an introduction to the science of geothermal systems. It builds an understanding of how a geothermal system works, and how to assess the available energy in order that it may be used in a sustainable manner. The first part of the course is an introduction to types of geothermal systems and the tectonic setting, and the important hydraulic and thermal rock parameters. Special attention is paid to the characteristics of Icelandic geothermal systems. Following this the course contains material on geothermal surface features, geochemistry and fluid-rock interaction in high-temperature geothermal systems and geophysical exploration techniques. The last section of the course consists of exploration well siting, conceptual modelling and methods of resource assessment. There is at least one field visit. Types of Geothermal systems and geologic environments Surface Manifestation & Environments Geothermal fluid geochemistry and fluid-rock interaction Geothermal Production Challenges & Environmental impact Basic understanding of geophysical exploration techniques for geothermal systems The role of, the processes, and the information from, an exploration drilling program Resource assessment and conceptual modelling of geothermal systems Learning outcome - Objectives Types of Geothermal systems and geologic environments Surface Manifestation & Environments Geothermal fluid geochemistry and fluid-rock interaction Geothermal Production Challenges & Environmental impact Basic understanding of geophysical exploration techniques for geothermal systems The role of, the processes, and the information from, an exploration drilling program Resource assessment and conceptual modelling of geothermal systems Course assessment Project based Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Daily lectures and assignments. Language of instruction English Geothermal Science II  SE-829-GS2 ECTS 5 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught as a module course in combination with other geothermal courses. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content This course builds on Geothermal Science I and teaches advanced geothermal geology and borehole logging, surface feature monitoring, advanced geochemistry; borehole geophysics and an introduction to the different types of geothermal well tests, when they are used and the information they yield. A field trip is part of the course if conditions permit. Learning outcome - Objectives Design a geochemical data collection programme Collect geochemical data Evaluate geochemical data Evaluate a geophysical survey design and survey results Design a well test program, then perform data analysis and interpretation. Course assessment Daily lectures and assignments. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Daily lectures and assignments. Language of instruction English Geothermal Drilling and Well Design  SE-830-DR2 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught as a module course in combination with other geothermal courses. Lecturer Sverrir Þórhallsson Content The course gives an excellent opportunity for students to gain a good overview of the drilling process. Different well designs will be covered and different applications for geothermal discussed. The function of each part of the wellhead, along with requirements for redundancy are explained. The course includes sections on well control, drilling string design, directional drilling, cementing, and drilling fluids. Two case histories will be presented on drilling efficiency, from Kenya and Iceland. Subjects addressed include: influences on the duration of drilling, what factors affect the rate of penetration (ROP, m/h). Course participants will learn how to interpret the drilling progress curves (depth vs. days), “flat spot” analysis. A field trip will be to an active geothermal drill rig. Learning outcome - Objectives Identify the main parts of the drilling rig and associated equipment and understand how it functions. The equipment groups are: Mast and hoisting system; Drill string and handling equipment; Mud pumps; Mud tanks and mud cleaning; Blow-out preventers; Cementing equipment; Compressors and aerated drilling equipment; Rig instrumentation system Know all the steps of a drilling program Understand the principles of wellhead design Understand the Drilling Code of Practice Course assessment Students will receive a grade based on results of assignments and a quiz. Further defined in Canvas. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Geothermal Reservoir Modelling  SE-831-GM2 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content No content found. Learning outcome - Objectives No objectives found. Course assessment No assessment found. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Energy Financial Assessment  SE-833-FA2 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught during the 12 week teaching period. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content After the course students will be able to develop computer models to assess the profitability/feasibility of investments. Learning outcome - Objectives At the end of the course, the student will be able to develop mathematical models to evaluate the profitability/feasibility of investments. This main criterion can be broken down into the following sub-criteria: Understand the theoretical basis of profitability assessment and the time value of money Calculate the main measures of profitability, incl. present value and compound interest Use the three-point method for planning and estimating initial costs Understand the concept of working capital requirements Know and calculate the main ways to finance a project Make a model of the operating account, cash flow and balance sheet of companies Understand the context and differences between these accounts Discuss and explain the main terms and methods of accounting and financial management Calculate the main key figures in business operations Present and interpret the results of profitability calculations Do a sensitivity analysis, incl. sensitivity star and scenario analysis for projects Perform Monte Carlo simulations for project risk assessment Use decision trees for investment decisions Understand decision-making methods when there are multiple objectives and be able to use the AHP method Understand the difference between a feasibility study and a business plan and the objectives of each Write a good business plan that includes a budget for an investment project Course assessment Project and exam. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Lectures and individual assignments. Language of instruction English Economics of Energy Markets  SE-834-EM2 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites R-M4, Energy Economics Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content The course is concerned with economics of energy markets. It applies various branches of economics, such as resource and environmental economics, industrial organisation (game theory) and finance to study international fossil fuel markets; regulation and competition in energy markets (market power, market power monitoring and deregulation issues); theory and experience of liberalised electricity markets and last, but not least, environmental policies for energy markets and their impacts, including market based mechanisms to control pollution from energy use. Learning outcome - Objectives The aim of the course is to deepen students understanding of economic concepts related to energy. The course builds on the knowledge acquired in the Introduction to Energy Economics course. By the end of the course students should possess the following knowledge, skills and competences: Knowledge: • Have an understanding of concepts, key drivers in energy markets and terminology, among others: different electricity market models, nodal pricing, zonal pricing, uniform auction, merit order dispatch; • Knowledge of chosen public policies concerning environment. Skills: • Ability to retrieve, understand and present energy related data (from energy databases) • Ability to discuss different economic concepts relating to energy markets Competences: • Understanding of how different energy markets function; • Deeper understanding of chosen topics relating to energy markets. • Have developed the necessary learning skills and independence for further studies in energy economics. • Have developed the necessary understanding of economics concepts, which will allow him/her to follow and participate in public debates and analysis of energy related issues Course assessment No assessment found. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Hydro Power Management  SE-834-HPM ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer David Christian Finger Content This module will present an overview of hydropower, the components of hydropower plants and preliminary design of hydropower projects. The first half of the course will focus on fundamentals in hydropower design and discuss the main modules that a hydropower plant consists of. Students will learn to assess energy potential for hydropower projects, optimization of dams and dam types, spillway and outlet designs, and energy dissipation. Different turbine types and their application and design will be discussed. In the second half of the course the focus will shift to development challenges and economics, both for individual projects, and for the industry as a whole. Students will work towards a final project where the goal is to make a preliminary design for a real hydro power project in combination with other assignments. The course will emphasize applied learning, with hands-on exercises and a final project. Introductory lectures will provide background information, with readings outside of class to supplement and selection of homework with simple calculations. Students will select a final project to work towards the end of the semester with a final presentation and summary report. Overall structure of hydropower plants Energy potential of a river/catchment, influence of flow variations Understanding of the design of waterways, reservoirs and dam types, outlet works, spillways, floods and turbine types Understanding of environmental and social challenges Influence of climate change on hydropower / water resources Reservoir sedimentation, sedimentation challenges, and outlook Synthesis paper of hydropower potential in a country of own choice Environmental impact assessment for a given hydropower plant profile Learning outcome - Objectives Industry stakeholder analysis, through different stages of project development; Assessing and monitoring hydropower project risk and uncertainty Evaluate a geophysical survey design and survey results Course assessment Students will be evaluated based on demonstrated understanding of material through class discussions, assignments and final project report/presentation. Further defined in Learning Management System. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Daily lectures and individual assignments. Language of instruction English Project Management and Strategic Planning  T-803-VERK ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 4. Second cycle, introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught for 12 weeks. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content The use of projects and project management continues to grow in our society and its organizations. We are able to achieve goals through project organization that could be achieved only with the greatest of difficulty if organized in traditional ways. Business regularly uses project management to accomplish unique outcomes with limited resources under critical time constraints. In the service sector of the economy, the use of project management to achieve an organization’s goals is even more common. A relatively new growth area in the use of project management is the use of projects as a way to accomplishing organizational change.The course of project management quickly moves from theory to practice, allowing students to expand their knowledge base of projects in the context of managerial perspective. The classroom activities include both the traditional lecture approach along with problem based learning techniques where students solve cases in teams. Learning outcome - Objectives Knowledge1.     To understand the principles of traditional and Agile project management as discipline.2.     Learn to apply the tools, methods and techniques of project management and related disciplines in context of diagnosing, preparing, planning, executing, controlling, changing and closing a project.3.     Learn to place projects within organizations in context of organizational behaviour and the project lifecycle.4.     To understand the systems governing the project lifecycle in different situation.5.     To understand group dynamics.6.     To understand how to deal with risk and uncertainty in projects.7.     To understand the importance of “customer value” in projects.8.     To understand PM maturity models in a real life situation. Skills1.     To be able to lead project preparation and execution in teams.2.     To be able to participate in teams in a productive manner.3.     To be able to communicate results and other relevant information in a project.4.     To be able to prioritize and select options from point of rational thinking. Attitude1.     To understand and respect the value of professionalism and integrity.2.     To understand the value of authentic leadership. Course assessment Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English Creating a Complete Business Plan for a Technical Idea - Entrepreneurship and the Innovation Process  T-814-INNO ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course N/A Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule Taught for 12 weeks. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content The course will give an overview of the running and managing business entities, including planning, cost analysis, human resource management and the role of managers and directors. The importance of continueous innovation is emphasised and related to the corporate lifecycles. As a practical project the students will develop a full business plan for a start-up of a technical idea. Learning outcome - Objectives On the completion of the course students should be able to invent business ideas that are then fostered scrutinised and matured through brainstorming, canvas methods and the creation of a business plan for technical comlicated solutions. On the completion of this course the students also should: Possess a clear understanding of the methodology and theoretical understanding of the managerial aspect used in defining and writing complete business plans. Understand innovation through the search for promising and inspiring ideas, idea evaluation and selection. Understand the basics of innovation through technical developmental processes and life-cycle of both products and businesses. Understand marketing through market analysis and create a marketing and sales plans that define customers and market demands. Understand the technical challenges in innovation and define developmental processes for solutions and plan actions accordingly. Understand the financial and funding aspect of innovation: Plan for capital and financing, revenue and cost estimates, cash flow plan and balance sheets. Also cost estimations, revenue, value assessment and sensitivity analysis. Understand innovation through the human aspect of management such as the need for direction, strategy, organisation chart, and human resource management. Define business opportunities and write a business plan for technical coplicated projects and interpret business plans. Also students should at the completion of the course know how to define business opportunities and make a text- and calculation models in order to evaluate the business opportunity according to demand, solution, profit and financing interest. To know how to avoid making mistakes when searching and evaluating business  opportunities.Students should be able to adapt the most important methods in optimizing business opportunities by analysing current situation and suggest methods that are likely to lead to optimal results in business planning and business plans. Also students shall be able to describe how to realize their proposals. To possess the knowledge to present and interpret the outcome of a business plan and be able to establish and/or operate minor companies. Course assessment Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English Finite Element Analysis in Engineering  T-844-FEMM ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course First cycle - Advanced / Second cycle - Introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites T-106-BURD, Statics and Mechanics of Materials T-534-AFLF, Classical Dynamics Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Jónas Þór Snæbjörnsson Content The course will present the main features and possibilities of the finite element method (FEM) and its application in analysis of problems in mechanics. Aspects of the finite element method, from the mathematical background through to practical implementation and application are discussed. Emphasis is placed on possible errors and how to minimize them. Students will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of the finite element method and get some training in the use of commercial finite element software. ??????? Learning outcome - Objectives  On completion of the course the students should be: Familiar with the FE method and common FE tools and approaches used for problem solving in mechanics, able to build up the stiffness matrices for common element types and to construct the system matrices for the structure, able to define the proper boundary conditions and solve the relevant systems of equations, able to evaluate errors and deviations in FEM analyses. able to build FE models for analysis of problems in mechanics using commercial FE software, able to present the result of a FE analysis in a clear and concise manner Course assessment Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English Wind Power  T-863-WIND ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course First cycle - Advanced / Second cycle - Introductory Type of course Elective Prerequisites T-536-RENN, Fluid Dynamics Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer Ármann Gylfason Content This is a project based design and experimentation course. Students will wind tunnel experiment specifically designed to evaluate specific wind farm configurations, such as wake characteristics and transport of kinetic energy. Projects will include developing and implementing the test facility, selecting and deploying appropriate sensors; in addition to analyze and process data, and interpret results.  Prerequisites: Introductory Fluid Mechanics at the level of T536RENN.   Learning outcome - Objectives At the end of the course, the students will have: Knowledge of the fundamentals of the atmospheric boundary layer which relate to wind power. Knowledge of the basics of horizontal axis wind turbines, efficiency, and energy extraction. Skills in analyzing the aerodynamic performance of a given wind turbine, applying Blade Element Theory. Skills to to design an experiment, applying appropriate engineering and measurment techniques to address the research goals. Competence in assessing the power generation of a given wind turbine configuration. Competence to analyze and present data or findings in reports and presentations, appropriate to describing the project for both scientific and general audience. Course assessment Final grade will be based on: Participation; Homework and small projects; Lab and design reports; Final exam. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Taught for 12 weeks. The class meets twice a week, discussions, presentations, lab work. Language of instruction English Power System Operation  T-867-POSY ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content Symmetrical components, Modelling of transformers, lines and cables in the positive, negative and zero sequences based on physical models, The impact of different earthing principles, Methods for power system analysis in steady state operation and during grid faults, Faulty system operation, balanced and unbalanced faults, Symmetrical components and unbalanced fault analysis, Basic protective methods and principles, Load flow calculations in steady-state power system analysis, Model complex power system operation issues for economic and secure operation, Load flow calculations in steady-state power system analysis, Model complex power system operation issues for economic and secure operation, Principles for regular power flow and optimal power flow methods, Power system operation principles and basic functions in energy management system. Optimization techniques to solve fundamental operation problems, N -1 steady state contingency analysis, Transmission lines Transient operation, Insulation coordination, Power system state estimation and the incorporation with phasor measurement units; (Smart Grids). Practical assignments solved in the numerical simulation program Power World. Learning outcome - Objectives Knowledge: By the end of the course, the students will be able to;• Explain and use the mathematical formulation and use of symmetrical components. • Model transformers, lines and cables in the positive, negative and zero sequences based on physical models• Explain the impact of different earthing principles, • Explain the main principles for modelling and analysis of power systems subject to symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults, • Describe faulty system operation, balanced and unbalanced faults;• Understand and explain basic protective methods;• Use and explain principles for regular power flow and optimal power flow methods, • Describe power system operation principles and basic functions in energy management system. Skills: By the end of the course, the students will be able to;• Apply methods for power system analysis in steady state operation and during grid faults• Apply symmetrical components for unbalanced fault analysis;• Apply basic system protection principles;• Perform load flow calculations and use them for steady-state power system analysis;• Model complex power system operation issues for economic and secure operation;• Apply optimization techniques to solve fundamental operation problems;• Perform N-1 steady state contingency analysis;• Perform basic transmission lines transient operation calculations• Apply basic methods of Insulation coordination.Competence: By the end of the course the students will be able to;• Describe, formulate, model and simulate in general power system operation main issues, including power flow calculations, unbalanced faults calculations, system protection and basic insulation coordination and simple transient calculation.• Validate general power system operation issues, calculation and simulations outcome.  Course assessment Written exam, project. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Lectures and practical sessions. Language of instruction English Stability and Control in Electric Power Systems  T-867-STAB ECTS 8 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites T-866-MODE, Stability and Control Models in Power Systems Schedule Taught for 12 weeks. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content To obtain knowledge about conditions in electric power systems that can lead to stability problems,  to understand which physical mechanisms are the cause of power system instability,  and to give the student insight in the theoretical background for analysis methods used for assessment of system stability. Hands-on experience will be obtained by carrying out numerical simulations and analysis in Matlab/Python, where students analyse different stability problems implementing and applying  appropriate models and methods for analysis.  Learning outcome - Objectives A student who has met the objectives of the course will be able to:     Knowledge:   • Explain the principal causes of power system stability problems (frequency, transient rotor angle, smallsignal rotor angle and voltage stability problems);   • Reflect on how the power system stability problems are affected by grid related limitation for the transfer of active power and the machine related limitation for the injection of active and reactive power;      Skills:   • Apply the mathematical model of the synchronous machine to analyze it under stationary and transient conditions; • Explain the key concepts for primary frequency control in power systems and reflect on how inertina, loads´ frequency dependency and regulation constant influence the system´s frequency response ;    Competances:   • Analyze rotor angle small-signal stability problems by applying small-signal analysis;   • Analyze transient stability problems and describe means to protect the system against transient stability problem Course assessment The students will work on four hand-in assignments throughout the semester. The hand-in reports form the basis for the evaluation of their performance during the semester. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities  Lectures and practical sessions.  Language of instruction English MSc Thesis  T-900-MEIS ECTS 30 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content In order to graduate with an MSc from the School of Science and Engineering all students must complete a project that results in a formal thesis and a public defence of the thesis. The thesis can be submitted either in English or Icelandic and should sufficiently present a body of work commensurate with the number of credits of the particular MSc project. While the thesis itself has to comply with the layout instructions in regard to the front, back and title pages, it can consist mainly of published or submitted research papers. In this case, a detailed summary of a length to be determined by the student’s supervisor shall be provided as an introduction to the published material, explaining the context and coherence of the work. The official completion of the MSc thesis is signified by the student submitting the final version of the thesis, signed by himself/herself, the supervisor(s) and the examiner to the RU library as well as an electronic version (PDF) for the programme manager for publication on the RU-SSE web site. If a student plans to graduate in a particular graduation ceremony, the following deadlines have to be respected. Should any of the deadlines below not be respected the student will have to wait for the following graduation ceremony before he/she can graduate. Students are responsible for adhering to these deadlines and are advised to deliver their work in good time. The deadline schedule for the purpose of graduation is as follows (where t is the graduation date): • Thesis delivered to supervisor t-32* • Supervisor comments delivered to student t-50** • Thesis delivered to supervisor and examiner t-40* • Defence t-14** • Signed final version of thesis delivered to RU library t-11** • Grade posted to the Registrar by supervisor t-11* • Graduation t** * Can be modified by mutual agreement of the supervisor, student and examiner. ** Firm deadlines. Learning outcome - Objectives By the end of the course the candidate should be able to: Independently manage, organize and successfully complete a compressive project in the field of engineering. Assess complex engineering problems, identify key factors in a given situation, apply standard engineering and scientific principles to develop, design and implement an appropriate engineering solution. Interpret and apply existing theories, models, methods and results, both qualitatively and quantitatively, within the field of engineering. Apply research methodology, including the fundamentals of technical writing and presentation, information finding and literature search. Course assessment The supervisor(s) shall evaluate the thesis together with an examiner appointed by the Director of Graduate Studies. They shall also submit the candidate to an oral examination on the thesis in public. A grade shall be awarded for the thesis. The minimum grade for achieving a pass is 6.0 Equal weight shall be placed on four criteria • Significance and originality • Scientific and technological challenge and results • Methodological quality • Presentation The examiners shall take into account the number of ECTS for the Master’s project. Thus, significantly more demands in terms of originality, quantity and scientific quality of the work are placed on the student for a 60 ECTS project than a 30 ECTS project. For a 90 ECTS project, the quality criterion shall acknowledge that, in the opinion of the examiners, the work can be published internationally in a peer-reviewed venue, give rise to patentable innovation, have resulted in a viable prospect for a commercial venture or other results of similar significance. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities Language of instruction English MSc thesis II  T-901-MEI2 ECTS 30 Year 1. year Semester Spring 2024 Level of course 6. Second cycle, advanced Type of course Elective Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content In order to graduate with an MSc from the School of Science and Engineering all students must complete a project that results in a formal thesis and a public defence of the thesis. The thesis can be submitted either in English or Icelandic and should sufficiently present a body of work commensurate with the number of credits of the particular MSc project. While the thesis itself has to comply with the layout instructions in regard to the front, back and title pages, it can consist mainly of published or submitted research papers. In this case, a detailed summary of a length to be determined by the student’s supervisor shall be provided as an introduction to the published material, explaining the context and coherence of the work. The official completion of the MSc thesis is signified by the student submitting the final version of the thesis, signed by himself/herself, the supervisor(s) and the examiner to the RU library as well as an electronic version (PDF) for the programme manager for publication on the RU-SSE web site. If a student plans to graduate in a particular graduation ceremony, the following deadlines have to be respected. Should any of the deadlines below not be respected the student will have to wait for the following graduation ceremony before he/she can graduate. Students are responsible for adhering to these deadlines and are advised to deliver their work in good time. The deadline schedule for the purpose of graduation is as follows (where t is the graduation date): • Thesis delivered to supervisor t-32* • Supervisor comments delivered to student t-22** • Thesis delivered to supervisor and examiner t-13* • Defence t-7** • Signed final version of thesis delivered to RU library t-5** • Grade posted to the Registrar by supervisor t-4* • Graduation t** * Can be modified by mutual agreement of the supervisor, student and examiner. ** Firm deadlines. Learning outcome - Objectives No objectives found. Course assessment The supervisor(s) shall evaluate the thesis together with an examiner appointed by the Director of Graduate Studies. They shall also submit the candidate to an oral examination on the thesis in public. A grade shall be awarded for the thesis. The minimum grade for achieving a pass is 6.0 Equal weight shall be placed on four criteria • Significance and originality • Scientific and technological challenge and results • Methodological quality • Presentation The examiners shall take into account the number of ECTS for the Master’s project. Thus, significantly more demands in terms of originality, quantity and scientific quality of the work are placed on the student for a 60 ECTS project than a 30 ECTS project. For a 90 ECTS project, the quality criterion shall acknowledge that, in the opinion of the examiners, the work can be published internationally in a peer-reviewed venue, give rise to patentable innovation, have resulted in a viable prospect for a commercial venture or other results of similar significance. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English Sumar/Summer 2024 Energy Field School  SE-801-ES1 ECTS 6 Year 1. year Semester Summer 2024 Level of course 1. First cycle, introductory Type of course Core Prerequisites No prerequisites. Schedule No schedule found. Lecturer No lecturer found. Content 3-week introductory course to the Iceland School of Energy MSc programs. Introduction to: •Energy trends •Geothermal energy •Sustainability •Circular Economy •Hydropower •Wind power •Power systems •Energy economics Learning outcome - Objectives • Understanding of the primary sources of environmental impact due to the energy industry, and how that impact is assessed and mitigated. • Principles of how the interplay of technical, environmental and socioeconomic constraints shapes the development and requirements of the energy sector. • General characteristics of renewable energy systems and methods of analyzing them. •Apply scientific methods to complex projects, i.e. have the ability to assess energy projects, identify the key factors in a given situation, and develop an approach to solution. Course assessment No assessment found. Reading material No reading material found. Teaching and learning activities No activities found. Language of instruction English