Energy policy is analaysed in a perspective and in relation to changes in different agendas for example growth, environment and development. How is energy policy designed nationally and globally? Which are the consequences on the environment and society of certain energy policies? How can energy policies be utilized to promote growth and fight poverty?
MJ2473 Energy Policy Design 6.0 credits
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Course syllabus MJ2473 (Autumn 2010–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course the student should be able to
- Realize how energy politics is designed and what it is supposed to achieve
- Evaluate how certain politics affect the environment and the society
- Define global and national energy policy factors which promote sustainable energy systems
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Prerequisites: 45 ECTS from Masterprogram studies in energy, environment or similar areas
and the course
Energy and Environment MJ2413 or corresponding knowledge including documented proficiency in english B or equivalent.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
1. Publications from books and scientific journals, 2. Handouts from guest lecturers, 3. Case studies
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- INL1 - Home Assignment, 1.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- PRO1 - Examen Task, 1.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- SEM1 - Seminar, 1.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 1.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- ÖVN1 - Exercise, 1.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Seminars, 1 cr
Two Assignments of each 1 cr
Exam 3 cr
Other requirements for final grade
Presence on the seminars, two assignments (each with grade P/F)
Exam with grade A-F
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.