Energy Systems Project (ENGR90031)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
This subject involves students working individually on a particular project topic in agreement with an academic staff supervisor and, preferably, an external supervisor. The student will undertake a cross-disciplinary analysis of the agreed topic, spanning at least 2 of the technological, economic/financial and policy areas.
As part of the external supervision, it is preferred that the student spend time undertaking a placement at the external supervisor's organisation working on this project.
Students can undertake this project only if their average mark for the subjects previously undertaken in this degree is at least 75%, and can find a suitably qualified member of the University academic staff to supervise them.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
On completion of this subject students should be able to -
- Undertake a cross-disciplinary analysis of energy system issues, in particular evaluating the social, environmental and economic costs and benefits of different forms of energy and energy technology
- Make decisions/recommendations based on this cross-disciplinary analysis.
Generic skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with the community at large.
- Understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of a professional, and the need for sustainable development.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON90015 | Managerial Economics |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| ENGR90030 | Non-Renewable Energy | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| FNCE90060 | Financial Management |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| SCIE90014 | Renewable Energy | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
One oral presentation summarising progress
| Mid-way through the project | 20% |
One oral presentation followed by an oral examination summarising the project findings
| 20% | |
One project report of no more than 50 pages in length.
| End of the teaching period | 60% |
Additional details
This Dual-Delivery subject has On Campus assessment components.
This project must be completed individually.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
Time commitment details
400 hours
What do these dates mean
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- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
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- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
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Additional delivery details
This Dual-Delivery subject has On Campus assessment components.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 8 November 2024