Código Oficial: | 8515 |
Sigla: | LTE |
The objective of this curricular unit (UC) is to provide students with basic knowledge of linear algebra and skills to deal with the mechanisms of differential calculus in scalar and vector fields, mathematical tools of great importance in the professional training of a higher technician or engineer.
This course aims to present a first reference to the modeling of real optimization problems, as well as to provide ample information about some of the techniques used to solve those problems. There will be an approach to the various themes according to the degree area, with a view to developing the ability to apply modeling and optimization techniques to real situations.
Provide expertise in the following areas:
Heating and Distribution Systems Combustion. Flames.
Thermal Energy Conversion Systems. Thermal Solar Systems.
Fuel Cells and Hydrogen.
Biomass and gasification systems.
Energy recovery systems. Systems integration. Energy efficiency.
To supply to the basic knowledge and the processes of calculation of the methods of Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection and Radiation.
At the end of the semester, the successful student should be able to identify the main components of open-loop and closed-loop control systems, as well as to describe and understand their most relevant characteristics.
Know how to represent systems in block diagrams and through transfer functions. Know how to analyze and characterize systems, based on their transfer function, and their response in time and frequency. Acquire the notions of absolute and relative stability and be able to identify the various components that can constitute a control loop.
Know how to choose the most appropriate type of controller in view of the characteristics of the system to be controlled and the objectives to be achieved. Be able to dimension controllers, using different design methods. Be able to fine-tune the parameters of a process PID controller.
Identify and characterize the various power semiconductors. Study of operation of various types of electronic power converters. Study of the effects on the electric power grid (and loads) of the functioning of power electronic converters. Active, reactive, deformant and apparent power in the electric power system subject to non-sinusoidal alternating currents.
Understand the role, impact and interaction of organizations and companies with their surroundings, as well as their internal functioning in a functional and systemic perspective.
Integrate fundamental concepts of quality, environment and safety. Develop and implement the necessary requirements to the systems of quality, environment and safety. Develop plans, procedures and documentation for the systems. Develop and implement quality systems. Integrate security systems and environment with quality management systems. Perform quality audits and security environment. Take the continuous improvement as an element of organizational development. Create a climate favourable to the internalization of quality in organizations. Understand the methodologies used in the process of certification.