Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy, Technology and Management

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School of Engineering and Technology

Department of Agricultural Engineering and Energy Technology

OVERVIEW:
Description of the Programme:

The Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy Technology and Management is a course developed to produce graduates highly knowledgeable in production and management techniques of Renewable Energy.

The areas covered include; hydroelectricity, solar power, geothermal, biomass, wind energy, fossil fuel and nuclear. The course is geared towards equipping the graduates with skills to enable them contribute effectively to the growing global effort to enhance sustainable energy sources. It is designed to respond to the growing emphasis on energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies, and structured to prepare students to understand the scientific principles of renewable energy technology and have the management skills.

The graduates will be professionals who will be able to enhance development, extraction and management of energy from renewable sources and promote reduction of dependency on finite energy reserves e.g. oil, coal and gas.

Admission Requirements:

Candidates must satisfy the minimum University entry requirements.

In addition they should meet the following requirements:

a) Have at least a mean grade of C+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). In addition, candidates are expected to have obtained at least a grade C(Plain) or above in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Or

b) Have two principal passes in science subjects in KACE and at least a credit in mathematics. Or

c) Have Diploma or Higher Diploma in Renewable Energy Technology and Management or any other related discipline from a recognized university or college. Or

d) Have a related degree from a recognized University. 

Programme Learning Objectives (PLOs):

The overall objective of the programme is to produce skilled, motivated and internationally competitive graduates to work in both private and public energy sector of the economy.

The specific objectives of the programme are:

a) To develop competence in students in applying technological solutions to contemporary energy problems.

b) To produce students with relevant knowledge and skills in renewable energy development and management.

c) To provide the students with positive attitude and motivation in energy and environmental conservation.



STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMME:
Duration of the Program:

a) The degree shall normally take four academic years of 8 semesters.

b) Courses shall be offered in units. A course unit is defined as that part of a subject described by a coherent syllabus and taught normally over a period of a semester. It

Courses Distribution:

FIRST YEAR: FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3111 Introduction to Renewable Energy and Management 42 0 42               1C
TET 3112Engineering Drawing I 21 21 42               1C
SCH 3111 Inorganic Chemistry 28 14 42               1R
SMA 3111 Mathematics I 42 0 42               1R
SPH 3111 Physics I 28 14 42               1R
EEL 3115 Communication Skills 42 0 42               1R
SBI 3114 HIV and AIDS 42 0 42               1R
SCS 3111 Computer Organization and Application 28 14 42               1R
Total 273 63 336 8


FIRST YEAR: SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3121 Engineering Drawing II21 21 42               1C
TET 3122 Energy and Environment 42 0 42               1C
SCH 3121 Organic Chemistry 28 14 42               1R
SMA 3121 Mathematics II 42 0 42               1R
SPH 3121 Physics II 28 14 42               1R
SPH 3122 Heat and Thermodynamics 28 14 42               1R
ERP 3125 Social Ethics and Integrity 42 0 42               1R
SLP 3121 Development Studies 42 0 42               1R
Total 273 63 336 8

SECOND YEAR: FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3211 Material Science I 42 0 42               1C
TET 3212 Solid Mechanics 28 14 42               1C
TET 3213 Fluid Mechanics 28 14 42               1C
TET 3214 Electrical Power Application 28 14 42               1C
TET 3215 Workshop Process and Practice I 21 21 42               1C
SMA 3231Statistics42042              1R
SPH 3231 Measurement and Instrumentation 28 14 42               1R
PSP 3214Geographic Information Systems2121421R
Total 238 98 336 8


SECOND YEAR: SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3221 Engineering Metrology 28 14 42               1C
TET 3222 Material Science II 42 0 42               1C
TET 3223 Fluid Mechanics II 28 14 42               1C
TET 3224 Engineering Surveying 28 14 42               1C
TET 3225 CAD Drafting for Energy Technology 21 21 42               1C
TET 3226 Internal Combustion Engines 42 0 42               1C
TET 3227 Workshop Process and Practice II 21 21 42               1C
BBM 3221 Fundamentals of Management 42 0 42               1R
Total 252 84 336 8

THIRD YEAR: FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3311 Photovoltaic Technology 42 0 42               1C
TET 3312 Hydropower Technology I 42 0 42               1C
TET 3313 Wind Energy Technology I 42 0 42               1C
TET 3314 Steam Plant Engine Technology  42 0 42               1C
TET 3315 Fossil Fuel Power Plant Technology 42 0 42               1C
TET 3316 Biomass Energy 42 042               1C
TET 3317 Innovation and Design 42 0 42               1C
TET 3318 Research Methods 42 042               1C
Total 336 0 336 8


THIRD YEAR: SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3321 Petroleum Technology 42 0 42               1C
TET 3322 Geothermal Energy Technology 42 0 42               1C
TET 3323 Nuclear Energy Technology 420 42               1C
TET 3324Solar Thermal Energy Technology 420 42               1C
TET 3325 Hydropower Technology II 42 0 42               1C
TET 3326Wind Energy Technology II 42 042               1C
TET 3327Innovation Design Studio 1428 42               1C
PES 3324 Sustainable Development 42 0 42               1R
Total 308 28 336 8

THIRD YEAR: THIRD SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3331 Industrial Attachment 0 0 480               1C


FOURTH YEAR: FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3411 Electrical Power Systems 420 42               1C
TET 3412Energy and Cleaner Production 42 0 42               1C
TET 3413Energy Conservation and Management 420 42               1C
TET 3414 Energy and Climate Change 420 42               1C
TET 3415 Energy and Built Environment 42 0 42               1C
TET 3416 Research Project I 142842               1C
PES 3411 Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit 42 0 42               1R
PSP 3226 Remote Sensing 28 14 42               1R
Total 294 42 336 8


FOURTH YEAR: SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Course Title Course Contact Hours Weight (Units)
Lecture Practical  Total
TET 3421 Energy Trade 42 0 42               1C
TET 3422 Energy Planning and Policy 420 42               1C
TET 3423 Energy Economics 42042               1C
TET 3424 Energy and Solid Waste Management 420 42               1C
TET 3425 Energy Law and Security 420 42               1C
TET 3426 Research Project II 14 28 42               1R
BEP 3441 Entrepreneurship Skills 420 42               1R
PSP 3426 Project Planning and Management 42 0 42               1R
Total 308 28 336 8










EXPECTED CAREER DIRECTIONS:

Graduates can work as energy resource analyst, energy project managers, energy consultants, sustainability specialists, or research scientists in the field of renewable energy.

Programe Fees:

Kshs: 126,000 per year