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Energy and Mobility
Energie und Mobilität
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:05:19
Abstract
The lecture ‘Energy and Transportation’ imparts profound knowledge of energy- and environment-related difficulties of the intersection of energy and transportation with focus on the motorized individual traffic. The students gain the ability to approach energy- and environment-related problems with special consideration of the demand side, and to evaluate possible solutions.
Objective
The main objectives of this lecture are: (i) The students gain profound knowledge of energy- and environment-related difficulties of the intersection of energy and transportation, and learn strategies to cope with these difficulties. (ii) The students are able to approach energy- and environment-related problems with special consideration of the demand side, and to evaluate possible solutions.
Content
The lecture ‘Energy and Transportation’ deals with the intersection of energy and transportation with focus on the motorized individual traffic. Main topics are: (i) Fundamentals of energy use in the transportation sector, today’s present state and future developments. (ii) Technical potentials for the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the dependence on fossil fuels: Evaluation of (a) alternative fuels, and (b) alternative propulsion systems. (iii) The relevance of demand on efforts to reduce GHG emissions and the dependence on fossil fuels. (iv) Strategies and measures for influencing the demand side.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , DS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Energie und Mobilität |
|
2 h weekly |