The Wind Turbine Technology course gives the participant a general introduction to wind turbine technology, covering the wind turbine as well as aerodynamics, loads, composite structure, structural dynamics, electrical systems, and control. The participant learns to describe a wind turbine system as well as its components and how it works.
Learning objectives
After completing this course, the participant is able to:
- Describe the basic components of a wind turbine.
- Describe a steady Blade Element Momentum (BEM) method to model the aerodynamic forces on a rotor.
- Apply a steady BEM.
- Describe a typical blade structure.
- Explain main load cases and criteria for the structural design of blades.
- Distinguish between various types of turbines.
- Explain the electrical design and control of the basic wind turbine types.
- Design a maximum power point tracking controller for a wind turbine.
Duration and exam
The course has a duration of 13 weeks and concludes with a written exam.
ECTS points
By completing the course you will be awarded 5 ECTS points, equivalent to 9-10 hours of studying per week.
Course responsible
Researcher Philipp Ulrich Hasselbach, DTU Wind Energy