Niğde Ömer Halisdemir Üniversitesi Logo T.C. NIGDE UNIVERSITY
BOR VOCATIONAL SCHOOL - ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCES TECHNOLOGY
COURSE DESCRIPTION
1. SEMESTER COURSES
Ders Tipi Ders Teorik Pratik AKTS
Compulsory AEK1001 MATHEMATICS I 3 0 4
Arithmetic and algebraic operations, calculating the exponent and root of a real number, equations and inequalities, drawing lines and parabolas, using trigonometric ratios, exponential and logarithmic functions.
Compulsory AEK1003 DIRECT CURRENT CIRCUITS 3 1 5
Definitions of circuit elements, current-voltage relationship in dependent and independent sources. Concepts of current, voltage and resistance, Ohm's law, series and parallel DC circuits, DC analysis methods, DC power usage, Kirchoff's laws and circuit equations, welding cycles, Superposition, Mesh currents, Node voltages, Thevenin and Norton theories, Electrical power and energy definitions, formulas.
Compulsory AEK1005 MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES 3 1 5
Measurement, calibration, physical and electrical standard units, and unit conversions, Various physical measurements (length, weight, temperature, cross-section, diameter measurement, speed and rotation measurement, light measurement, sound measurement, pressure and stress measurement), basic effects related to error, delay, and measurement devices, classification and components of errors, power measurements, fundamental concepts of Alternating Currents, Wattmeter, Voltmeter, and Ammeter measurement devices, resistor color codes and measurements, measurements made with an oscilloscope.
Compulsory AEK1007 INTRODUCTION TO ALTERNATIVE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY 4 0 5
Definition of energy, energy conversion and efficiency concepts, fundamental physical principles related to energy systems, classifications of energy sources, global energy production and consumption, energy production and consumption in Turkey, global issues in energy consumption and proposed solutions, solar energy, wind energy, hydraulic energy, geothermal energy, ocean energies, nuclear energy, fuel cells, solar cells, biomass energy definitions.
Compulsory AEK1009 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES 1 2 4
Fundamentals and applications of office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), online communication, applying for jobs via the internet, organizing numerical data, preparing promotional materials using templates.
Compulsory ATA1015 ATATURK PRINCIPLES AND THE HISTORY OF REVOLUTION II 2 0 2
In this context, our couse's aim and manifesto are; Revolution and the concepts relevont to Revolution, decadence of Ottoman Empire, Reforms at the Ottoman Empire in XIX century, Opinion movements oriented saving the Ottoman Empire at the last period, the situation of Ottoman Empire in the beginning of XX century, the situation of the country after Mondros Armistice, the period of preparation national mavement, Opening of the Turkish Grand National Assembly and its studies, the political and military developments after opening the Turkish Grand National Assembly Lausanne Treaty, its importance and its results.
Compulsory TDL1011 TURKISH LANGUAGE I 2 0 2
Language and languages, connection of language and culture,the place of turkish language among world languages, languages in terms of source and structure, historical development of literary writing: old turkish, middle turkish, turkish of harezm, ancient anatolian turkish; new term of turkish,modern term of turkish, turkish of west, turkish of southwest, turkish of turkey, turkish of east. phonetics,sound and formation of sound, wowel harmonies, vocal harmonies in turkish, characteristics of voices in turkish. The structure of syllables in turkish and stress, morphology, roots, bodies and grammar affixes(prefixes,suffixes), words in terms of expression and functions: nouns, adjectives, adverbs, verbs, conjugation of verbs, prepositions, conjunctions, semantics.
Compulsory YDL1013 FOREIGN LANGUAGE I 3 0 3
Present tense; present tense; the skills of verbal, reading, writing and listening during these times; verbal skills (introducing oneself, describing something / place, giving directions, question and answer patterns for personal information); reading skills (restaurants, lounges, buses, trains, etc.), list / tag reading at shopping places, asking questions, etc.); writing skills (writing text messages, writing posters, filling out forms); listening skills (directions, place / person directions, etc.).
2. SEMESTER COURSES
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Compulsory AEK1002 MATHEMATICS II 3 0 4
Matrices, Determinants, Complex Numbers and Operations, Limits and Continuity, Derivatives, Integrals
Compulsory AEK1004 ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) CIRCUITS 3 1 5
Basic concepts and theories about alternating current circuits, creating and solving AC circuit equations, alternating current, alternating voltage, phase and phase difference, instantaneous-average-effective values, power in AC circuits, serial RL-RC-RLC circuits, parallel RL-RC -RLC circuits, impedance, resonance, phasor diagrams, AC sources, characteristics of coil and capacitor under alternating current, sinusoidal alternating current and phasors, AC analysis methods, mesh and node analysis methods, multiphase systems, compensation.
Compulsory AEK1006 TRANSFORMERS AND DIRECT CURRENT (DC) MACHINES 3 1 5
Basic Magnetism, single-phase and three-phase transformers, direct current shunt, series, and compound dynamos, direct current motors and their types, along with their applications in industry.
Compulsory AEK1008 COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN 2 1 4
Learning the AutoCAD program, mastering drawing commands, drawing circuit elements and components used in facilities, and creating facility drawings.
Compulsory AEK1010 BASIC ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONICS 3 1 5
Definition of electricity and basic concepts used in electricity (definitions of concepts such as AC, DC, current, voltage, resistance, energy, power, efficiency, conductor, insulator, etc.), basic electrical laws, circuit types, elements used in electrical circuits (switch, socket, etc.). fuse, conductor, etc.), simple electrical circuits, safety precautions in electrical circuits, types of electric motors, their structures, operating principles, principles of connection to the network, areas of use and features, types of control circuit elements, their structures, principles of operation, principles of connection to the network, principles of use. areas, properties, creating a control circuit, properties of heat control elements and how they are used, the concept of semiconductor and the materials and properties from which these semiconductors are made, diodes, their types, structures and properties, rectifier circuits and their types, transistors, their types, structures and properties.
Compulsory ATA1016 ATATURK PRINCIPLES AND THE HISTORY OF REVOLUTION I 2 0 2
The main political, economic, social and cultural facts of the historical period starting from the 19th century of the Ottoman Empire and ending with the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne in 1923, and basic academic comments on them.
Compulsory TDL1012 TURKISH LANGUAGE II 2 0 2
The written expression forms such as; Phrases,true, side and metaphoric meanings of words, idioms, doublings,terms, language mistakes, sentence structure of Turkish, sentence elements, novels, articles, essays and poems, and types of expression such as; presentation, examples of reports and records, petitions , business letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) writing, conversation and discussion.
Compulsory YDL1014 FOREIGN LANGUAGE II 3 0 3
The lesson includes the topics which are based on FL1 Course and the continuation of these topics (Present Continuous, adverbs of manner, comparison of adjectives, superlative adjectives, prefer + noun/-ing form, will, Present Perfect, have to/ don’t have to, wh- questions, be going to for intentions and plans, infinitive of purpose, verbs + infinitive/-ing form etc.) for students in order to have the ability to understand daily sentences and frequently used expressions ( information about themselves, their families, business and neighbourhood environment, shopping etc.) , to directly and easily convey understandable, known and familiar topics in basic and routine situations, to directly explain their situations oriented to themselves, their educations, their neighbourhoods and basic needs with simple expressions.
3. SEMESTER COURSES
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Compulsory AEK2001 ASYNCHRONOUS AND SYNCHRONOUS MACHINES 3 0 3
Structures, properties, operating principles, equivalent circuits, idle operation, short circuit test and load operation, efficiency calculations of 3-phase asynchronous motors. Structures, properties, operating principles of synchronous generators and synchronous motors, ohmic, inductive and capacitive loads in synchronous machines, parallel connection, starting.
Compulsory AEK2003 SOLAR POWER PLANTS 3 0 3
To recognize systems that produce electricity from solar energy (concentrated thermal solar power plants and photovoltaic (PV) energy systems). Radiation intensity, energy, power, efficiency and temperature measurement methods. Solar energy heating, cooling, water production and drying systems. Physical principles required for the analysis of solar energy systems (basic thermodynamics and heat transfer laws). Determining system sizes, determining the number of solar panels, assembling and testing them, and carrying out load analysis. Determining the solar cell type and power for PV solar power plants, creating the photovoltaic array, determining the installation location, determining the orientation and tilt angle, creating the carrier frame, fixing the PV panels, performing electrical connections and tests of the PV panels, selecting the grid connections and meter group , its contribution to the economy.
Compulsory AEK2005 ELECTRICITY PRODUCTION FROM WIND ENERGY 3 0 2
Recognize systems that generate electricity from wind energy, determine system sizes, perform installation and testing. Physical principles necessary for wind analysis and calculations (introduction to fluid dynamics and wind turbine aerodynamics). Perform load analysis. Perform wind speed and direction measurements. Perform power calculations by determining the appropriate turbine height. Identify the installation site. Establish basic connections and the supporting system. Establish connections for the wind turbine tower, blades, shaft, and generator. Perform electrical connections and tests for the wind turbine. Calculate the number of batteries. Perform charge regulator connections. Form battery groupings. Determine inverter capacity and establish inverter connections. Establish grid inputs and outputs and install the electric meter group.
Compulsory AEK2007 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY 3 0 3
Legal regulations regarding occupational safety, precautions to be taken for occupational safety in the workplace, risk factors, ensuring personal safety (PPE), ergonomics, health and safety signs, ensuring the safety of employees, occupational diseases, first aid.
Internship AEK2009 INDUSTRIAL TRAINING (INTERNSHIP) 0 0 4
To reinforce the theoretical knowledge that students have learned during their education period by applying it in a business environment and market conditions, to ensure that they get to know business life and as a result, to ensure that they participate in business-working life more equipped.
Elective AEK2011 THERMAL POWER STATIONS 3 0 3
Definition of thermal power plants, types of fuels used, energy conversion and power cycles (Rankine), steam turbines, their structures and characteristics, commissioning and decommissioning of turbines, potential turbine malfunctions, electricity generation, physical principles necessary for the analysis of thermal power plants (fundamentals of thermodynamics), thermodynamic and economic analysis of thermal power plants, environmental impacts of thermal power plants.
Elective AEK2013 BIOENERGY SYSTEMS 3 0 3
The concept of biomass, its types, usage techniques, methods of obtaining biomass energy, biomass energy production facilities, usage areas of the biomass energy obtained and sustainability studies on this subject, biomass use in Turkey.
Elective AEK2015 THERMODYNAMICS 3 0 3
Fundamental principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer and performing calculations for different processes in this field, solving thermodynamics and heat transfer-related projects encountered in alternative energy source projects, identifying, formulating, and solving problems, applying methods related to the laws used in thermodynamic systems and heat transfer mechanisms.
Elective AEK2017 ENERGY STORAGE AND SYSTEMS 3 0 3
Physical laws of energy storage systems (basic principles of heat transfer and thermodynamics), energy storage methods and their types, basic concepts and definitions, thermal energy storage methods, thermal energy storage and solar energy, sensible heat storage and heat transfer and stratification in these systems, latent heat storage, environmental effects of heat storage systems, energy storage systems and their types, chemical energy storage, batteries and their types, phase change materials, design of latent heat storage systems, phase change heat transfer in simple and complex geometries.
Elective AEK2019 RECYCLING METHODS AND WASTE MANAGEMENT 3 0 3
Concepts of waste reduction and waste rehabilitation, waste classification (organic and inorganic waste), evaluation (recycling) methods, management systems, and European Union Recycling Directives.
Elective AEK2021 ENERGY MANAGEMENT AND POLICIES 3 0 3
Assessment of Turkey's energy needs and energy sources, primary energy demand, potential of alternative (renewable) energy sources, importance of energy savings, increasing energy efficiency, and the relationship between energy production and cost. National and international policies and targets for increasing energy efficiency; “Sustainable Development Goals”, “European Green Deal”, “Paris Climate Agreement” and national development plans. Basic concepts related to carbon footprint, measurement and calculation methods, Carbon Trading (market / stock exchange) and certificates.
Elective AEK2023 ENERGY SOURCES AND CONVERSION SYSTEMS 3 0 3
General definition of conventional and alternative energy sources, examination of energy conversion systems, energy conversion theory, combustion-based technologies (internal combustion engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, catalytic reactors), electric/hybrid vehicle technologies, power electronics and converters for electric/hybrid vehicles, high-voltage DC conversion systems, energy transfer-power transmission systems, DC motors, efficiency, examination of energy storage systems, thermodynamic principles of energy conversion systems, performance evaluation of energy conversion systems.
Elective AEK2025 ELECTROMECHANICAL CONTROL SYSTEMS 2 1 3
Control input elements, control output elements, electric motor protection relays, control of electric motors, introduction to special circuit elements, contactors, magnetic and thermal circuit breakers and electromagnetic elements, limit switches, pressure switches, command and control features of AC motors, starting, stopping and braking of motors, changing the direction of rotation, problem control circuits, low voltage starting techniques, star/delta starting, its necessity, application, analysis of motor speed control circuits.
Elective AEK2027 INTRODUCTION TO INSTALLATIONS 2 1 3
Places of use of basic low current and high current electrical installations and applications of these installations.
Elective AEK2029 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3 0 3
Basic definitions and concepts related to business management, economic indicator analysis, business idea development process and feasibility studies, business establishment procedures, business functions.
Elective AEK2031 PROFESSIONAL ETHICS 3 0 3
Concepts of ethics and morals, ethical systems, professional ethics, professional corruption, social responsibility.
Elective AEK2033 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 3 0 3
Environmental and human health protection regulations, environmental risks that may occur in a workplace, risk management and protection from risks.
Elective AEK2035 CAREER PLANNING 2 0 3
Career definition, career planning process stages and properties, Work areas, Correct and effective communication skills, Curriculum vitae, Domestic and international career opportunities, Career centers, Talent gate, Units that can provide career support, National and international exchange programs.
4. SEMESTER COURSES
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Compulsory AEK2002 SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN 1 1 2
Determining the study topic, conducting research on the relevant topic, compiling the research, preparing and presenting the study in a report.
Compulsory AEK2004 HYDRO ENERGY SYSTEMS 3 0 3
Definition of hydro energy, basic physical principles for the analysis of hydroelectric systems (statics of pressures and fluids, flow rate, continuity, Bernoulli and energy equations), hydroelectric power plants, operation, classification, structure (dam set, penstocks, weirs, etc.) and units (turbines, types and properties, impeller systems, alternator systems, wave energy and electricity generation, electricity generation from wave energy, electricity generation from tidal (med-cezir) energy.
Compulsory AEK2006 NUCLEAR ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES 2 0 3
Definition of nuclear energy, nuclear materials, radiation and radiation protection, obtaining nuclear energy, nuclear reactor systems, structures, types and operation of the system, fuel cycles in nuclear reactor systems, reactor safety and economy, radioactive waste management.
Compulsory AEK2008 ELECTRICAL ENERGY TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION 3 0 3
Networks used in the transmission and distribution of electrical energy and their properties, elements used in transmission and distribution, their structures, features and working principles, characteristics of HV-MV-LV transmission.
Internship AEK2010 INDUSTRIAL TRAINING (INTERNSHIP) 0 0 4
To reinforce the theoretical knowledge that students have learned during their education period by applying it in a business environment and market conditions, to ensure that they get to know business life and as a result, to ensure that they participate in business-working life more equipped.
Elective AEK2012 HYDROGEN AND FUEL CELL TECHNOLOGIES 3 0 3
Properties of hydrogen gas, basic concepts about hydrogen energy, hydrogen production methods (fossil fuels, biomass, electrolysis boron element, etc.), advantages of using hydrogen, storage of hydrogen, hydrogen transportation systems, hydrogen fuel cell types and advantages, fuel cell limit, voltage, power and efficiency, effect of pressure and gas concentration, proton exchange membrane fuel cells, alkaline electrolyte fuel cells, medium and high temperature fuel cells, distribution of fuel cell power, fuel cell applications
Elective AEK2014 BORON TECHNOLOGY 3 0 3
General information about inorganic boron compounds, sodium borates, dehydration and drying of borax, borax production, borax production from tincal in Turkey, anhydrous borax production, properties and uses of boric acid, production methods, boric acid production from colemanite with sulfuric acid, biological properties of boron compounds and boron, environmental pollution caused by boron, use of boron in the energy sector (boron-containing solid fuels, sodium borohydride applications)
Elective AEK2016 GEOTHERMAL ENERGY SYSTEMS 3 0 3
Formation of geothermal energy, its extraction, basic properties, use, efficiency, contribution to the economy, installation of geothermal systems, structure of the system and elements used in the system, heat losses in geothermal systems, heat control and security systems.
Elective AEK2018 HYBRID ENERGY SYSTEMS 3 0 3
Basic concepts related to hybrid energy systems, photovoltaic batteries, wind turbines hybrid system components, Solar-Wind-Hydroelectric hybrid systems, Solar-Hydrogen hybrid systems, Solar-Wind hybrid systems, Hydrogen-Natural Gas hybrid systems, other solar energy based hybrid systems, biofuel and geothermal sourced hybrid systems, integration of a conventional fuel power plant with an alternative energy source and conversion of a thermal power plant into a hybrid energy system, application areas of hybrid energy systems, hybrid system application example, cost analysis in hybrid systems.
Elective AEK2020 ELECTRIC VEHICLES 3 0 3
Development of electric vehicles, comparison with internal combustion engines, batteries, fuel cells, and other high-energy storage devices, power converters, different types of motors and torque-speed characteristics, motor control techniques, electric vehicle modeling and key characteristics, electric vehicle motion control, optimum slip ratio control, slip and drift control, stability, fuel cell vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and series, parallel, and combined systems.
Elective AEK2022 SMART GRIDS 3 0 3
Needs for smart grids, fundamentals, and the supply side of electricity; demand-side aspects, demand economics in supply and energy markets; transmission and distribution networks, system reliability, structures and characteristics of smart grids, and the relationship between smart grid technology and renewable energy sources.
Elective AEK2024 ENERGY ECONOMY AND EFFICIENCY 3 0 3
Energy policies in Turkey and the world and their impact on the economy, types of energy, regional comparison of global natural gas, oil, and coal reserves, comparative analysis of world natural gas, crude oil, and coal production, consumption, exports, and imports by regions and countries, Turkey's energy strategy, energy plans, and international energy relations, energy economies and energy strategies of European and Asian countries, the European Union's energy economy and energy strategy, studies conducted and potential efforts regarding the efficient use of energy in the world and our country, the contribution of energy efficiency to the national economy, raising awareness about energy efficiency. National and international policies and goals for increasing energy efficiency; 'Sustainable Development Goals,' 'European Green Deal,' 'Paris Climate Agreement,' and Turkey's energy efficiency development plans. Basic concepts related to carbon footprint, measurement and calculation methods, Carbon Trading (market/exchange) and certificates.
Elective AEK2026 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 2 1 3
The fundamental principles of PLCs, their programming, application areas, comparison of PLCs, industrial applications.
Elective AEK2028 SENSORS AND TRANSDUCERS 2 1 3
Sensors and transducers, temperature sensors, position sensors, proximity switches, flow sensors, force and pressure sensors, level measurement sensors, sound sensors and optical sensors.
Elective AEK2030 ENTREPRENEURSHIP 3 0 3
The concept of entrepreneurship, its importance, the benefits it brings, the establishment processes of small businesses, the problems faced by small businesses and their solutions, and the encouragement and guidance activities to enhance students' entrepreneurial potential.
Elective AEK2032 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND STANDARDS 3 0 3
Standardization and its importance, professional standards, quality and quality concept, importance and necessity of quality assurance, techniques and basic models used in quality assurance and reliability analysis, regulations and laws related to consumer rights.
Elective AEK2034 COMMUNICATION 3 0 3
Definition and types of communication, verbal communication, written communication, communication in professional life, graphic communication, communication with technological tools.
Elective AEK2036 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 3 0 3
Creating awareness of responsibility, fulfilling the social, cultural, environmental and economic responsibilities of a business or a person in society and the environment without prioritizing their own interests, doing work for the public good, contributing to the society's economy, improving the ecosystem in nature.