Professional/Short Course Wind Turbines
About
This course will cover the fundamental aerodynamic theory of wind turbines, wind turbine control methods, and other relevant topics such as wind turbine noise. The aerodynamic theory will include Actuator Disc and Blade Element Momentum Theory with example calculations. Wind turbine control will discuss the control methods for wind turbines depending on their type, a discussion of suitable generator matching and a brief consideration of a PID controller. Recent approaches of control and design to improve power yield will be discussed. A discussion of wind turbine noise, calculation of noise and noise mitigation approaches will be covered.
This CPD course will be suitable for those with interest in building a solid foundation of wind turbines and an understanding of key design aspects to improve wind turbine performance and reducing their environmental impact. Both academic practitioners (students and staff) and industry professionals would find this fundamental course relevant and engaging.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
How to apply
To make an enquiry: Enquire Now
For further information
- Email: To make an enquiry please contact us using the enquiry form link above
- Telephone: +44 (0)117 32 81043 (option 1, then option 3)
Structure
Content
Day 1:Actuator Disc Theory with examples, limitations (1/2 day)Blade Element Momentum Theory (BEM) Part 1; Basis of BEM with example (1/2 day)
Day 2: BEM Theory Part 2; Accounting for Losses in BEM with example calculations; dynamic stall, wind turbine noise and mitigation with example calculations.
Day 3:Wind turbine control systems, Wind turbine mthods for power control (FSSR, FSPR, VSSR, VSPR), generator matching, Yaw control, PID controller, in-class example calculations.
Features
Study facilities
Take a personalised virtual tour of the Engineering facilities and experience what a typical day could look like here for you.