ECTS - Optimization in Energy Systems

Optimization in Energy Systems (ENE422) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Optimization in Energy Systems ENE422 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A
Course Language English
Course Type Technical Elective Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Team/Group, Brain Storming, Project Design/Management.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Course Assistants
Course Objectives This course is designed to introduce the basic concepts of optimization, optimization techniques and applications in energy systems engineering
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Have a firm understanding of optimization concepts (problem formulation, mathematical modeling, search procedure, solution methods)
  • Be able to use MATLAB programming for the numerical solution to optimization problems.
  • Be aware of the optimization techniques and their application
  • Be able to apply optimization tools in the analysis of and the solution to problems related to energy systems engineering.
  • Gain an ability to identify, formulate, and solve energy systems engineering problems.
  • Be able to use the optimization tools in the design, analysis, control, and improvement of energy systems
Course Content Fundamentals of optimization, graphical optimization, linear and nonlinear programming, unconstrained and constrained optimization, global optimization, MATLAB applications, case studies in energy systems engineering.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction to Optimization
2 Introduction to Optimization
3 Graphical Optimization
4 Linear Programming
5 Nonlinear Programming
6 Numerical Techniques
7 Unconstrained Optimization
8 Constrained Optimization
9 Midterm Exam
10 Global Optimization
11 Optimization Toolbox from MATLAB
12 Analysis of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering
13 Analysis of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering
14 Solution of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering
15 Solution of Optimization Problems in Energy Systems Engineering
16 Final Exam

Sources

Other Sources 1. EngineerinOptimization Methods and Applications, A. Ravindran, K.M. Ragsdell, G.V. Rektaitis, 2nd Edition, 2006, Wiley
2. Multidiscipline Design Optimization, G. N. Vanderplaats, VR&D, Inc., Monterey CA, 2007 0-944956-04-1
3. Energy Systems: Optimization, Modeling, Simulation, and Economic Aspects, Journal, Springer, ISSN: 1868-3967
4. Applied Optimization with MATLAB Programming, Wiley, by P. Venkataraman (2002).
5. Practical Optimization (Algorithms and Engineering Applications), (Springer) by Antoniou, Andreas and Lu, Wu-Sheng (2007).
6. Numerical Optimization (Springer) by Jorge Nocedal and Stephen Wright (2006).

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation 1 10
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 6 20
Presentation - -
Project 1 30
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 40
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 30
Toplam 10 130
Percentage of Semester Work 70
Percentage of Final Work 30
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses X
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, engineering fundamentals, computing, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline; the ability to use this knowledge in the solution of complex engineering problems. X
2 The ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, and considering the UN Sustainable Development Goals relevant to the problem. X
3 The ability to design creative solutions for complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products to meet current and future requirements, considering realistic constraints and conditions.
4 The ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, with an awareness of their limitations. X
5 The ability to use research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems, including literature search, designing and conducting experiments, collecting data, and analyzing and interpreting results. X
6 Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the scope of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
7 Acting in accordance with engineering professional principles, knowledge of ethical responsibility; awareness of acting impartially without discrimination on any grounds and being inclusive of diversity.
8 The ability to work effectively individually and in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid) as a team member or leader.
9 "The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing on technical topics, considering the various differences of the target audience (such as education, language, profession).
10 Knowledge of practices in business life such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11 The ability to engage in life-long learning, including independent and continuous learning, adapting to new and emerging technologies, and thinking inquisitively regarding technological changes.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 2 28
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project 1 20 20
Report
Homework Assignments 3 3 9
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 1 10 10
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 10 10
Total Workload 125