Geothermal energy - GeoEco energy 1300-WGNTP
Issues discussed during the practicum:
● Geological and hydrogeological conditions obtaining heat from the earth
● Thermomechanical parameters of rocks
● Earth's heat flux and solar energy
● Conduction and convection phenomena
● Heat flow models
● Technical possibilities of using Earth's heat
● Types of geothermal installations
● Impact of geothermal installations on the environment
● Legal foundations and opportunities for the development of low-temperature geothermal energy in Poland
Type of course
Prerequisites (description)
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Learning outcomes
After the course the student gains knowledge about:
o The most important environmental conditions for the use of low-temperature geothermal energy: geothermal gradient, natural terrestrial heat flux, thermal and geotechnical parameters of the rock medium and local hydrodynamic conditions.
o Modeling of heat transport in a one-dimensional stream.
o Technical conditions for the installation of ground source heat pumps.
o The impact of geothermal installations on the soil and water environment.
o Legal aspects of using heat in shallow parts of the Earth's crust.
Assessment criteria
During the class, students will be assessed both in terms of commitment and knowledge obtained during the classes. At the end, there is a test to check the skills obtained during the classes.
Practical placement
Lack
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