Energy Systems Modelling (2026/2027: Periode 3)

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Cursusdoel

Please note: the information in the course manual is binding.
After completion of this course students are able to:
  • explain the context in which energy systems models are used and for what purposes;
  • explain the technological and economic principles and modelling methods underlying the state of the art energy system models;
  • build simple energy systems models (linear programming models in excel, power system simulation model in Plexos, and system dynamics models in Python);
  • evaluate the results of an energy systems model based on its modelling method and inputs;
  • evaluate scientific articles and reports based on energy system model results considering the strengths and weaknesses of the models;
  • understand the uncertainties related to energy system modelling processes;
  • apply Monte Carlo simulation to assess uncertainties in energy systems modelling processes.

Vakinhoudelijk

This course covers:
  • The uses of energy system models by, among others, energy and climate policy makers, energy companies, and grid operators.
  • Distinction between different types of models ranging from macro-economic to technology oriented models, simulation to optimisation models, static to dynamic models.
  • The way processes in the energy-economic system are modelled in different types of models. These concern short and long term dynamic processes related to energy supply, energy demand, energy conversion, population growth, economic growth, economic structural change, resource depletion, substitution, innovation, intermittent renewable electricity generation, energy storage, and technological learning.
  • Uncertainty assessment in energy systems modelling processes.
  • Techniques of System Dynamic models, Linear programming models, power system simulation models, Monte Carlo analysis, sensitivity analysis, and scenario analysis.
This course is an entry requirement for the Master’s thesis (GEO4-2510) and a recommended prerequisite for the Consultancy Project (GEO4-2519).

Werkvormen

Lecture
Toelichting

The lectures cover the theoretical and conceptual foundations of each model type taught in this course, with a focus on the energy transition and climate change mitigation. They are delivered by academic experts, industrial practitioners, and decision-makers from relevant fields, helping students develop an understanding of energy systems modelling—and the science of modelling more broadly—from a multidisciplinary perspective. Students are strongly encouraged to attend all lecture sessions.

Voorbereiding

It is expected that students read the relevant and required literature prior to the lectures and assignments.

Assignments
Toelichting

The focus of instruction mode will be on computer assignments in which students will work with and create simple energy system models and tools. The basic principles underlying the models and their uses, strengths and weaknesses will be provided in accompanying lectures.

Toetsing

Eindresultaat

Verplicht | Weging 1% | ECTS 7,5

Energy systems modelling assignments (grading by staff) and a final exam.

Ingangseisen en voorkennis

Ingangseisen

Je moet een geldige toelatingsbeschikking hebben

Voorkennis

Energy Analysis (GEO3-2223) and Advanced Energy Analysis (GEO4-2508)

Voertalen

  • Engels

Cursusmomenten

Gerelateerde studies

Tentamens

Er is geen tentamenrooster beschikbaar voor deze cursus

Verplicht materiaal

  • DIVERSE
    Selection of articles and sections from reports and books, and lecture slides.

Aanbevolen materiaal

Er is geen informatie over de aanbevolen literatuur bekend

Coördinator

dr. J. Hu J.Hu@uu.nl

Docenten

Inschrijving

Deze cursus is open voor bijvakkers. Controleer wel of er aanvullende ingangseisen gelden.

Inschrijving
Van maandag 2 november 2026 tot en met vrijdag 20 november 2026

Na-inschrijving
Van maandag 18 januari 2027 tot en met dinsdag 19 januari 2027

Inschrijving niet geopend
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