Battery Technology (ENE220)
The course will focus on the fundamentals related to the design and use of materials, cells, and larger systems related to various contemporary battery technologies.
Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.
Facts
Course code
ENE220
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
Norwegian
Time table
Admission requirements
Higher engineering education (HING)
Content
The course will focus on the fundamentals related to the design and use of materials, cells, and larger systems related to various contemporary battery technologies.
Learning outcome
After completing this course, the student will
- Understand diverse battery cell types and their historical development,
- Describe the components and architecture of batteries on different length scales,
- Understand the thermodynamics and kinetics of the underlying processes during storage and use at different length scales,
- Have knowledge on relevant measurement and modeling methods for determining the key battery parameters relevant for its performance and lifetime,
- Have an overview of how this technology is connected to other forms of energy storage, sustainability, digitalization, and automation.
Required prerequisite knowledge
None
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exam | 1/1 | 4 Hours | Letter grades | None permitted |
The exam will be held with pen and paper.
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Jelena Popovic-NeuberHead of Department:
Øystein ArildMethod of work
Weekly programme: 4 hours of lectures, 1 hour of homework discussion, 1 hour of group work
Open for
Admission to Single Courses at the Faculty of Science and Technology
Course assessment
The faculty decides whether early dialogue will be held in all courses or in selected groups of courses. The aim is to collect student feedback for improvements during the semester. In addition, a digital course evaluation must be conducted at least every three years to gather students’ experiences.