The course covers various energy technologies within renewable energy conversion. It approaches the topic from a materials perspective, aiming to provide an understanding of applications such as energy conversion in fuel cells and batteries, hydrogen production through electrolysis, artificial photosynthesis, and the conversion of solar energy into heat or electrical energy in solar collectors and solar cells. The course also offers an overview of other renewable energy systems, such as wind power, biomass, and hydropower, and how these can interact within a systems perspective in a sustainable society. The course includes lab work and practical sessions related to hydrogen production in PEM electrolysis, the conversion of hydrogen and oxygen to electrical energy in fuel cells, as well as the production and evaluation of organic solar cells.
University studies comprising at least 90 credits, including Quantum Mechanics 6 credits, Electrodynamics 6 credits, Thermodynamcs 6 credits, Solid State Physics 7.5 credits or equivalent. Proficiency in English and Swedish equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies. Requirements for Swedish only apply if the course is held in Swedish.
Academic credits
Applicants in some programs at Umeå University have guaranteed admission to this course. The number of places for a single course may therefore be limited.
Application code
UMU-53023
Application
Application deadline was
15 April 2025.
Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
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