Circular economy for energy storage theory
On this course, the students learn the theoretical context of circular economy and how activity, durability and recyclability of an energy storage application will be affected by material selection.
Schedule:
–
Teaching time:
Self-paced
Location:
Online
Topic:
Sustainability
Form of learning:
Online
Provider:
Aalto University, FITech
Level:
Advanced
Credits:
3 By Aalto University (ECTS)
Fee:
Free of charge
Application period:
4.4.2023
– 4.6.2023
Target group and prerequisites
BSc in mechanical or chemical engineering.
Course description
The students get to evaluate the whole life cycle of different solutions and their effect on recyclability. The students prepare different scenarios for future energy storage applications that will take into account circular economy aspects and designs for recycling.
Learning outcomes
- Identify circular economy concepts and the role of energy in recycling
- Recognise the material choice effect to degradation mechanisms of the system
- Develop new design for recycling approach for energy storage application and justify with scientific argumentation
- Share one’s professional expertise in an online team
Completion methods
The course is entirely online and can be taken from distance, no requirements for attendance. There is no exam. The course includes assignment modules with a fixed deadline.
