This course is dedicated to the study of energy sources, materials used in energy generation, and the sustainability of energy
production. In particular, advanced materials for energy storage, conversion, and recycling will be introduced in great detail.
In the first part, a short review of the conventional energy sources (fossil fuels, nuclear, solar, wind, hydro), as well as reminders of energy units, energy generation, storage, and transfer, will be given.
Then, in the second part, an outline of advanced materials that will realize a green energy society will be introduced. For example, materials for fuel cells, for batteries and capacitors, oxygen and hydrogen storage materials.
In the first part, a short review of the conventional energy sources (fossil fuels, nuclear, solar, wind, hydro), as well as reminders of energy units, energy generation, storage, and transfer, will be given.
Then, in the second part, an outline of advanced materials that will realize a green energy society will be introduced. For example, materials for fuel cells, for batteries and capacitors, oxygen and hydrogen storage materials.
Students are expected to obtain skills, knowledge, and understandings of basics of sustainability, renewable energy, energy
recycling, energy saving and a variety of advanced materials for energy.
| Goals and objectives | Course Outcomes | |
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| 1. | Students will be able to understand the concepts of sustainability and energy, and be able to distinguish between non-renewable and renewable energy sources |
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| 2. | Students will be able to discuss the materials used in fuel cell, battery, and capacitor technologies. |
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| 3. | Students will be able to discuss the storage of gases in materials |
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| 4. | Students will be able to compare different applications of the materials, as well as the details of the recycling processes. |
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| 5. | Students will be able to prepare two reports on two topics of their choice |
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| 6. | Students will be able to discuss the two topics of their choice in two short presentations in the classroom twice during the course |
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| Four questionnaires | Report 1 | Presentation 1 | Report 2 | Presentation 2 | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 10% | 10% | ||||
| 2. | 10% | 10% | ||||
| 3. | 10% | 10% | ||||
| 4. | 10% | 10% | ||||
| 5. | 15% | 15% | 30% | |||
| 6. | 15% | 15% | 30% | |||
| Total. | 40% | 15% | 15% | 15% | 15% | - |
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Introduction of the course and hints on preparation of reports and presentations. Sustainability and energy. | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 2. | Non-renewable energy sources | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 3. | Renewable energy sources part 1: wind, hydro, geothermal | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 4. | Renewable energy sources part 2: solar energy | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 5. | Nuclear energy: fission and fusion | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| preparation for questionnaire #1 | 60分 | ||
| preparation of report #1 | 120分 | ||
| 6. | Delivery of presentation #1 in front of colleagues | preparation of presentation #1 | 160分 |
| 7. | Materials for batteries | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 8. | Materials for capacitors | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 9. | Materials for fuel cells and electrolyzers | read handouts of class | 160分 |
| preparation for questionnaire #2 | 60分 | ||
| 10. | Hydrogen storage materials | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 11. | Oxygen storage materials | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| preparation for questionnaire #3 | 60分 | ||
| 12. | Automotive industry – materials practical use | read handouts for class | 160分 |
| 13. | Recycling of the materials | read handouts for class preparation for the final exam | 160分 |
| preparation of questionnaire #4 | 60分 | ||
| preparation of report #2 | 120分 | ||
| 14. | Delivery of presentation #2 in front of colleagues | preparation of presentation #2 | 120分 |
| Total. | - | - | 2680分 |
| A:Fundamental Mechanical Engineering | B:Advanced Mechanical Engineering | C:Environment and Materials Engineering | D:Chemistry and Biotechnology | E:Electrical Engineering and Robotics | G:Advanced Electronic Engineering | F:Information and Communications Engineering | L:Computer Science and Engineering | H:Urban Infrastructure and Environment |
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Periodical tests (4 questionnaires) to be completed at home are compulsory.
Questionnaire #1 is related to the topics of classes 1-5.
Questionnaire #2 is related to the topics of classes 7-9 .
Questionnaire #3 is related to the topics of classes 10&11.
Questionnaire #4 is related to the topics of classes 12&13.
Each questionnaire counts as 10% of the student's grade (In total, 40% of the student`s grade).
Report #1 (15% of the grade) will be requested to cover one of the subjects of the classes 1-5, and the same subject will be delivered in the classroom as presentation #1 (15% of the grade) during class #6
Report #2 (15% of the grade) will be requested to cover one of the subjects of the classes 7-13, and the same subject will be delivered in the classroom as presentation #2 (15% of the grade) during class #14
Those who get at least 60% of the full score will pass this course.
There is no final exam planned in this course.
Questionnaire #1 is related to the topics of classes 1-5.
Questionnaire #2 is related to the topics of classes 7-9 .
Questionnaire #3 is related to the topics of classes 10&11.
Questionnaire #4 is related to the topics of classes 12&13.
Each questionnaire counts as 10% of the student's grade (In total, 40% of the student`s grade).
Report #1 (15% of the grade) will be requested to cover one of the subjects of the classes 1-5, and the same subject will be delivered in the classroom as presentation #1 (15% of the grade) during class #6
Report #2 (15% of the grade) will be requested to cover one of the subjects of the classes 7-13, and the same subject will be delivered in the classroom as presentation #2 (15% of the grade) during class #14
Those who get at least 60% of the full score will pass this course.
There is no final exam planned in this course.
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in outside of the class (ScombZ, mail, etc.) |
No specific text. Handouts distributed in the classroom.
Supporting text is D. S. Ginley, D. Cahen, Fundamentals of Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Cambridge. 1st edition
Supporting text is D. S. Ginley, D. Cahen, Fundamentals of Materials for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Cambridge. 1st edition
Content of the syllabus of the courses "General Chemistry A", "General Chemistry B", "Basic Physics"
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- Contact e-mail addresses to Alicja Klimkowicz: alicja[at]shibaura-it.ac.jp
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| N/A | N/A |
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