Course Objectives
This course introduces the fundamental principles of energy conversion, with a focus on the laws of thermodynamics, forms of energy, and conversion processes. It also presents major energy conversion technologies, including thermal engines, electrical generators, electrochemical cells, and photovoltaic systems.
Course Content
1.Introduction to Energy Conversion
•Principles: First & Second Laws of Thermodynamics, efficiency
•Sources: thermal, electrical, kinetic, chemical, nuclear, solar
2.Thermal Conversion
•Carnot cycle, efficiency
•Thermal engines: internal combustion, gas turbines
•Power cycles: combined gas–steam, Organic Rankine Cycle
3.Electromechanical Conversion
•Generators
•Electric motors
4.Electrochemical Conversion
•Cells: dry, wet, fuel cells
•Supercapacitors: principle, pros/cons, applications
5.Solar Energy Conversion
•Photovoltaic panels: principle, types, applications
•Solar thermal collectors: types, applications
•Solar thermal power plants: principle, pros/cons, applications
- Teacher: Belkhir SETTOU