11857 - Energy Systems Modelling Modulübersicht

Module Number: 11857
Module Title:Energy Systems Modelling
  Energiesystemmodellierung
Department: Faculty 3 - Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Energy Systems
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr. Müsgens, Felix
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every winter semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:The course provides knowledge and tools tounderstand thefundamental interactionsin energy systems. Participants will learn:
  • the basic theory behind LP, MILP, NLP and MCP modelling approaches,
  • the specifics of energy systems and their conversion into mathematical problems,
  • to implement and solve these mathematical problems with software packages and
  • to choose appropriate optimization methods and interpret results.
Contents:The course covers the basic ideas of optimization theory with applications to energy systems. Mathematical models are introduced to allow for quantitative analyses of the competitive behaviour and strategic interactions of relevant market participants. A number of illustrative numerical problems will be applied to discuss the following aspects of energy markets:
  • Economic fundamentals ofelectricity and natural gas systems
  • Pricing and investments
  • Short-term dispatch and long-term equilibrium
  • Market integration of renewable energy sources
  • Emissions from electricity production
  • CO2 cap vs CO2 tax
  • Electricitytransport and distribution
  • Congestion in electricity networks
  • Nodal & zonal pricing schemes
  • Unit commitment decision of power plants
  • Demand elasticity
  • Game theory
  • Strategic behaviour
  • Market power on energy markets
Recommended Prerequisites:Knowledge:
  • Module 35303 Power System Economics 1 or
  • Module 35101 Allgemeine Energiewirtschaft 2
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Lecture / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Exercise / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:Will be given in class
Module Examination:Continuous Assessment (MCA)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:
  1. Hometasks (33%)
  2. Study Projects (34%)
  3. Written examination, 60 min (33%)
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:15
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Master (research-oriented) / Energietechnik und Energiewirtschaft / PO 2021
  • Abschluss im Ausland / Power Engineering / keine PO
  • Master (research-oriented) / Power Engineering / PO 2016
  • Master (research-oriented) - Double Degree / Power Engineering / PO 2016
  • Master (research-oriented) / Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen / PO 2008
  • Master (research-oriented) / Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen / PO 2019
Remarks:None
Module Components:
  • Energy Systems Modelling (lecture)
  • Energy Systems Modelling (exercise) 
Components to be offered in the Current Semester: