Degree profile of
Bachelor í Orku- og Umhvørvisverkfrøði
Bachelor of Science in Energy and Environmental Engineering
Type of degree & Length
Single degree (180 ECTS/ 3 years)
Institutions
Fróðskaparsetur Føroya, Megindeildin fyri náttúruvísindi og heilsuvísindi,
Náttúruvísindadeildin, Føroyar.
University of the Faroe Islands, Faculty of Natural and Health Sciences,
Department of Science and Technology, Faroe Islands
Accreditation organisation The Ministry of Education, Research and Culture (MMR), The Faroe Islands.
Period of reference
Degree programme starting 2013; curriculum 2013-2016
Cycle /Level
National level: Bachelor; QF for EHEA: 1st cycle; EQF level 6
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PURPOSE
To provide students with a general knowledge in natural sciences with special focus on energyand environmental engineering, providing the students with a solid basis for further related studies
at master level.
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CHARACTERISTICS
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DISCIPLINE(S) /
SUBJECT AREA(S)
Energy and Environment; Natural sciences; General courses and
projects (approximate ratio 45:35:20).
Planned 2013 version:
- Energy and Environment (45%)
Composed of Energy and Electric engineering; Environment; elective specialisation
courses or projects.
- Natural sciences (35%)
Composed of Mathematics and Statistics; Physics and Chemistry.
- General courses and projects (20%)
Composed of Introduction-, programming-, project or project management courses; and
Bachelor project.
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GENERAL / SPECIALIST
FOCUS
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ORIENTATION
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DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
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General education in natural sciences with special focus on energy- and
environmental engineering.
An academic degree based on previous as well as current research, with
individual specialisation within energy- and environmental engineering,
giving wide opportunities for employability and further studies.
 30 ECTS worth of elective courses, giving the opportunity for
individual specialisation within energy- and environmental
engineering.
 The programme takes examples from the Faroese community
when dealing with energy and environmental topics.
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All of the semesters in the education, except for the 5th
semester, are provided locally by the University of the Faroe
Islands. The 5th semester is intended to be composed of
courses from other universities.
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EMPLOYABILITY & FURTHER EDUCATION
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FURTHER STUDIES
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EDUCATION STYLE
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LEARNING & TEACHING
APPROACHES
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ASSESSMENT METHODS
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PROGRAMME COMPETENCES
EMPLOYABILITY
Lectures, problem solving, report writing, group work, project work,
laboratory classes, student presentations, discussions and the bachelor
thesis.
Written exams, oral exams, problem assignments and reports submitted
during the semester, assessment and defence of bachelor thesis.
GENERIC
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Positions at the bachelor level in public and private entities like
renewable energy consultancies, energy directorate, power companies,
environmental agencies or starting new jobs within the industry.
Master programmes in interdisciplinary programs related to energy- and
environment engineering. As an example the BSc students are accepted
on the following master programmes at DTU: 'Wind energy', 'Sustainable
energy', 'Environmental engineering' and ' Earth and Space Physics and
Engineering'.
Learning ability: Ability to learn new topics in engineering, using the acquired foundation
in natural sciences.
Problem solving: Ability to work under time pressure, using required knowledge to find
useful solutions to practical or academical problems.
Abstract and analytical thinking: Ability to apply abstract and analytical thinking, using
known facts and logic in order to derive a conclusion.
Project and teamwork: Ability to participate in and manage small projects, working alone
or in a team with others.
Communication skills: Ability to communicate efficiently and to present complex
information in a concise manner orally and in writing using appropriate technical language.
Research: Ability to undertake small research projects at the undergraduate level.
SUBJECT SPECIFIC
 Renewable energy knowledge: Ability to demonstrate understanding of renewable
energy resources, and the issues leading to limitations on these resources for natural,
technical, practical, accessible, financial and socially acceptable reasons.
 Environmental knowledge: Ability to demonstrate understanding of the physical
environment and how it is affected by traditional energy sources.
 Electrical knowledge: Ability to demonstrate understanding of basic of electrical circuits,
and electric power systems.
 Estimation skills: Ability to make order-of-magnitude estimates and find approximate
solutions with explicit statements of assumptions and the use of special and limiting cases.
 Computational skills: Ability to use appropriate software such as programming
languages and packages in mathematical and engineering investigations and to gather
and interpret relevant data.
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COMPLETE LIST OF PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
On the completion of the study programme in BSc in Energy and Environmental Engineering the
successful student will be able to:
1. Apply physical knowledge to undergraduate engineering problems, in areas such as:
classical mechanics, waves, optics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism and fluid
dynamics. The level of this knowledge of core physics is a basic one, i.e. the level needed
for working with established areas of applications
2. Apply mathematical knowledge to undergraduate engineering problems, in topics
such as differential and integral calculus, algebra, analytic functions of real and complex
variables, vectors and matrices, vector calculus, ordinary and partial differential equations,
statistics, Fourier methods and furthermore capability of using such mathematical
techniques in engineering applications.
3. Apply and demonstrate knowledge of energy engineering, in topics such as;
quantifying renewable energy resources and estimating their limiting factors, efficiency of
heat engines and simple heating systems. Capability of using such knowledge in simple
engineering applications.
4. Apply and demonstrate knowledge of introductory electrical engineering in: simple
electrical circuits, analogue signals, electric power, static AC circuits, electrical machines
and basic electrical power systems. Capability of using such knowledge in simple
engineering applications.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the environment and how it is affected
by conventional and sustainable energy sources. The level of this knowledge is of an
introductory character and focuses mainly on the physical/chemical aspects.
6. Demonstrate the ability to discuss energy demands and technologies in a holistic
manner, weighing short term benefits against long term issues. Being able to describe the
strengths and weaknesses of conventional and sustainable energy sources.
7. Apply and demonstrate knowledge of individually chosen fields within
energy/environment: The students specialise using the entire 5th semester on
individually elected courses within energy/environmental engineering. Also the students
write a bachelor thesis on an individually elected topic within energy/environmental
engineering.
8. Conduct computer calculations related to undergraduate engineering problems, by
using appropriate software and at least one programming language, being able to analyse
and display results and write simple programs.
9. Demonstrate good working habits concerning both working alone and in teams,
achieving results within a specified time-frame, with awareness about professional
integrity and on how to avoid plagiarism.
10. Demonstrate research/engineering skills: knowing how research/engineering is
conducted presented and published. Ability to search and critically read textbooks and
some scientific literature. Ability to perform research/engineering tasks at an
undergraduate level.
11. Communicate clearly in written form trough reports or posters, and in oral presentations
using appropriate ICT programs.
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