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This document outlines the syllabus for the course "Introduction to Renewable Energy Sources" at Gujarat Technological University. The course is a 3-credit core course for the 1st semester of the Bachelor of Vocation program in Solar & Renewable Energy. The syllabus covers key topics in renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydro, and biomass energy. It aims to develop an understanding of renewable technologies and their applications, as well as analyze the economic, social and environmental aspects of renewable energy systems. The course outcomes include understanding the role of renewable energy, identifying different technologies, analyzing renewable energy systems, and applying energy efficiency concepts.

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This document outlines the syllabus for the course "Introduction to Renewable Energy Sources" at Gujarat Technological University. The course is a 3-credit core course for the 1st semester of the Bachelor of Vocation program in Solar & Renewable Energy. The syllabus covers key topics in renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydro, and biomass energy. It aims to develop an understanding of renewable technologies and their applications, as well as analyze the economic, social and environmental aspects of renewable energy systems. The course outcomes include understanding the role of renewable energy, identifying different technologies, analyzing renewable energy systems, and applying energy efficiency concepts.

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Syllabus for Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.), 1st Semester


Branch: Solar & Renewable Energy
Subject Name: Introduction to Renewable Energy Sources
Subject Code: 1110704
Type of course: Core

Rationale: Address global energy and environmental challenges, develop a strong understanding
of renewable energy technologies, analyze the economic and environmental aspects of renewable
energy systems & emphasize energy conservation and efficiency in renewable energy
applications.
Teaching and Examination Scheme:
Teaching
Credits Examination Marks
Scheme Total
Theory Marks Practical Marks
L T P C
ESE (E) PA(M) ESE (V) PA (I)
3 0 0 3 50 0 0 0 50
L- Lectures; T- Tutorial/Teacher Guided Student Activity; P- Practical; C- Credit; ESE- End
Semester Examination; PA- Progressive Assessment
Content:

Sr. Content Total Module %


No. Hrs. Weightage
1 Introduction to Renewable Energy
Definition and significance of renewable energy, Overview of
global energy consumption and its environmental impacts, 4 10
Renewable energy in the context of sustainable development
2 Solar Energy
Solar radiation and its measurement, Solar photovoltaic (PV)
10 20
systems, Solar thermal systems, Solar energy applications and case
studies
3 Wind Energy
Wind as a renewable energy source, Wind turbine technology and
components, Wind energy conversion systems, Wind energy 10 20
applications and case studies
4 Hydroelectric Energy
Hydropower generation and its history, Types of hydropower
systems, Components of a hydropower plant, Small-scale 4 10
hydroelectric systems and their applications
5 Biomass and Geothermal Energy
Introduction to biomass and geothermal energy as renewable
sources, Types of biomass feedstock and geothermal resources 4 10
Environmental and sustainability aspects.
6 Emerging Trends and Future Prospects
10 20
Emerging renewable energy technologies (tidal, wave, solar

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Syllabus for Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.), 1st Semester


Branch: Solar & Renewable Energy
Subject Name: Introduction to Renewable Energy Sources
Subject Code: 1110704
thermal, etc.), Innovations and research in the renewable energy
sector, Global renewable energy trends and future projections
Total 42 100
Reference Books:
1. "Renewable Energy: Resources, Opportunities, and Challenges" by B.K. Hodge,
Publication: PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd
2. "Renewable Energy Engineering and Technology: Principles and Practice" by V.V.N.
Kishore Publication: McGraw Hill Education

Suggested Specification table with Marks (Theory):


Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
15 15 10 10 - -
Legends: R: Remembrance; U: Understanding; A: Application, N: Analyze and E:
Evaluate C: Create and above Levels (Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)

Course Outcomes:
Sr. No. CO Statement Marks %
Weightage
CO-1 Understand the significance of renewable energy sources in addressing
25
global energy and environmental challenges.
CO-2 Identify and describe different types of renewable energy technologies,
25
including their working principles and applications.
CO-3 Analyze the economic, social, and environmental aspects of renewable
25
energy systems and evaluate their suitability for specific contexts.
CO-4 Apply basic concepts of energy conservation and efficiency in the
25
design and operation of renewable energy systems.

List of Open Source Software/learning website:

Students must refer to following sites to enhance their learning ability.

1. Open Energy Modelling Initiative (https://www.openmod-initiative.org/)


2. PVLIB-Python (https://pvlib-python.readthedocs.io/)
3. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) OpenEI (https://openei.org/)
4. National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning: https://nptel.ac.in/courses

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