• Number of ECTS: 5
• Course number: MEEE-37
• Module(s): Module 1.1
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

This course has two objectives: 1) Provide the student with coding/programming skills, and 2) provide the student with the concept of continuous optimization and computational algorithms associated with it.1) Mathematical descriptions of engineering and physical systems can often be solved analytically (i.e. with pen and paper). However, many more of these mathematical descriptions cannot solved analytically, in which case numerical methods are required. In other words, computers are required to solve the mathematical descriptions. Even though many numerical algorithms are readily available (for free or with a license), one needs to know how to interact with them. The first objective of this course is to provide the student with general programming (i.e. coding or implementation) skills so that she/he can make use of existing computational resources (freely accessible or licensed), how to alter the numerical algorithms, how to pre-process the inputs and how to post-process the numerical results.2) Numerous problems in engineering, physical and economical industries and application domains essentially boil down to minimising a single function: the objective function in optimization terminology. Minimisation is not only the basis of many simulation tools, but also the basis of many parameter identification approaches. Unfortunately, there is not one minimisation method that outperforms the others. In this module, the student will therefore become familiar with a number of basic numerical minimisation techniques, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Furthermore, the student will also be exposed to constraints that often must be incorporated in the optimization problem.

Understand and be able to implement continuous, multivariate functions in scientific computing software. Understand and be able to implement the first-order derivatives of continuous, multivariate functions in scientific computing software. Understand and be able to implement the second-order derivatives of continuous, multivariate functions in scientific computing software. Understand and be able to solve systems of linear equations in scientific computing software. Understand and be able to work with descent methods. Understand and be able to work with Newton’s method in optimization.  Understand and be able to incorporate constraints in objective functions using substitution. Understand and be able to incorporate constraints in objective functions using the penalty method. Understand and be able to incorporate constraints using the method of Lagrange multipliers.  

Continuous, multivariate functions.First-order derivatives of continuous, multivariate functions.Second-order derivatives of continuous, multivariate functions.Systems of non-linear and linear equations.Descent methods: steepest descent method, line search using the Armijo rule, conjugate gradient method, compute multivariate derivatives, implement the methods.Newton’s method: Compute multivariate second-order derivatives, solve linear systems, implement the method.Implement constraints in previous unconstrained objective functions using substitution.Implement constraints in previous unconstrained objective functions using the penalty method.Implement constraints in previous unconstrained objective functions using the method of Lagrange multipliers.

Combined assessment:  1.  Written exam – 20 % Objectives:  Assess the student’s understanding of and ability to work with descent methods. Assessment rules:   The lecture notes and possibly even the internet may be used. However, any means of communication is forbidden. Assessment criteria:  The student must use its own implementations, made during the semester, to calculate some minimization problems. The student will be asked to replicate parts of the implementation with pen, paper and a simple calculator. Open questions that require a textual response may also be asked. 2.   Written exam – 20 % Objectives:  Assess the student’s understanding of and ability to work with Newton’s method. Assessment rules:   The lecture notes and even the internet may be used. However, any means of communication is forbidden. Assessment criteria: The student must use its own implementations, made during the semester, to calculate some minimization problems. The student will be asked to replicate parts of the implementation with pen, paper and a simple calculator. Open questions that require a textual response may also be asked. 3.  Written exam – 60 % Objectives:   Assess the student’s understanding of and ability to work with descent methods, Newton’s method and constraints in objective functions. Assessment rules:   The lecture notes and even the internet may be used. However, any means of communication is forbidden. Assessment criteria:   The student must use its own implementations, made during the semester, to calculate some minimization problems. The student will be asked to replicate parts of the implementation with pen, paper and a simple calculator. Open questions that require a textual response may also be asked.  

Syllabus: Available on the Moodle page. Lecture notes are provided by the instructor.

• Number of ECTS: 5
• Course number: MEEE-2
• Module(s): Module 1.2
• Language: EN, FR
• Mandatory: Yes

To provide the students the theoretical and practical knowledge in sizing compact heat exchangers, particularly those used in automotive and aeronautics. The second objective is to give an introduction to the electric vehicle thermal management system. 

Knowledge in the thermal-hydraulic analysis, design, and sizing of compact heat exchangers for industrial applications. Introduction in simulation tool development. Basics knowledge in vehicle thermal management. 

The following topics will be addressed: Fundamentals in heat exchangers design/Thermal enhancement technics/Heat exchanger thermal and thermodynamics analysis/Heat exchanger pressure drop analysis/Development of a heat exchanger simulation tool in Excel. Basics in automotive heat pump systems, battery, and e-powertrain thermal management.  

Written exam  – 50 %   Take-home assignment – 50 %

Fundamentals of heat exchanger design. R. Shah and D. Sekulic. InnoTherm Webinar #10: Thermal Management of Electric Vehicles: New Engineering Challenges

• Number of ECTS: 4
• Course number: BPG-44
• Module(s): Module 1.3
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles of management accounting and control. Apply budgeting techniques to develop and analyze budgets for various organizational functions. Evaluate and make informed decisions regarding capital investment projects using capital budgeting methods. Analyze financial performance measures to assess the financial health of an organization and the achievement of its objectives. Design and interpret key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and improve organizational performance. Construct value-based performance measurement systems to enhance decision-making and create value for the organization. Create and utilize strategic management accounting tools, including the Balanced Scorecard, to align organizational strategies and performance measures. Apply quantitative methods to address management accounting challenges, such as cost and KPI estimation. Explore and analyze recent developments and trends in management accounting and control, such as environmental and sustainability issues, to stay current with industry practices and emerging techniques. Design and implement effective management control systems to align with organizational goals and ensure efficient operations.

Introduction to Management Accounting and Control BudgetingCapital Investment DecisionsPerformance Measurement – Financial Performance Measurement – Key Performance Indicators Value-Based Performance Measurement Strategic Management Accounting and the Balanced Score Card Quantitative Methods to Management AccountingEnvironmental and Sustainability Management AccountingManagement Control Systems

final written exam

Literature  Charifzadeh, M. & Taschner, A. (2017). Management Accounting and Control. Wiley. Merchant, K.A. &Van der Stede, W. (2023). Management Control Systems (5th Edition). Pearson.

• Number of ECTS: 4
• Course number: BPG-80
• Module(s): Module 1.4
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

On completion of the course unit successful students will be able to:   – Discuss and analyze core concepts related to financial accounting that provides decision-relevant information – Conduct a problem-driven strategic analysis of a firm – Conduct basic quantitative analysis of firms based on financial accounting numbers   The case studies incorporate vast and complex topics. Their full coverage is out of the scope of this course. Therefore, the overall goal of this course is to attract interest and to make students life-long learners so they may sharpen their financial management skills and styles over time in their professional life, based on the concepts provided.

On completion of the course unit successful students will be able to:   – Discuss and analyze core concepts related to firm and market valuation – Conduct a problem-driven strategic analysis of a firm – Conduct basic quantitative analysis of firms based on different financial indicators and valuation tools – Discuss and analyze core concepts of investment and portfolio choices   The concepts discussed above in the syllabus are all vast and complex topics. Their full coverage is out of the scope of this course. Therefore, the overall goal of this course is to attract interest and to make students life-long learners so they may sharpen their financial management skills and styles over time in their professional life, based on the concepts provided.

The objective of the course is to advance students' knowledge and expertise in financial accounting and train them on complementary skills, such as arguing, writing, and complex problem-solving. During the course students solve case studies. They submit the case studies’ solution in written.To refine students’ written communication skills as well as their judgment skills in dealing with a realistic and less structured variety of accounting problems, the students will cover a few case exercises based on real-world examples that have been adapted for teaching purposes. During the self-study phase, the students have to solve accounting issues and prepare financial statements according to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Hence, while dealing with the case exercises students simulate the preparation of financial statements and financial statement analysis.Students must submit written case study solutions.    

50% case studies 50% final exam  

LITERATURE Ruth Picker , Kerry Clark , John Dunn , David Kolitz , Gilad Livne , Janice Loftus , Leo van der Tas (2019): Applying IFRS Standards, 4th Edition, Wiley.      

• Number of ECTS: 3
• Course number: MEEE-3
• Module(s): Module 1.5
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

To evaluate the students' understanding of FEM method, including its stability, convergence, and application to solve basic fluid dynamics problems.and to assest their ability to generate mesh using gmsh.

The students will learn to assess the quality of numerical results and the efficiency of numerical methods for basic fluid flow model problems

Written exam – 100%. Withe assessment rules: To solve the gmsh questions, the students are allowed to use the university computer.

• Number of ECTS: 3
• Course number: MEEE-4
• Module(s): Module 1.6
• Language: EN, FR
• Mandatory: Yes

Acquérir les notions générales de la production, de la transformation, du transport et de la conversion de l’énergie électrique dans les réseaux standards et les réseaux décentralisés intelligents. 

Connaitre les différents types de centrales électriques pour la production d’énergie électrique Connaitre les différentes solutions de mise en réseau des unités de production Connaitre les méthodes de conversion pour la distribution de l’énergie électrique Comprendre la gestion des flux de puissances active et réactive entre unités de puissance et consommateurs Connaitre les normes de qualité de la puissance électrique Connaitre l’origine des pertes et les coûts correspondants des systèmes d’énergie électrique pour son utilisation rationnelle et durable

1      Les réseaux électriques standards31.1   La consommation électrique. 31.1.1      Les composants électriques passifs de base. 31.1.2      Bilan de puissance. 51.2   La production de l’énergie électrique. 71.2.1      Les centrales électriques. 71.2.2      L’alternateur81.2.3      Le transformateur de tension. 161.3   Le transport de l'énergie électrique. 301.3.1      Caractéristiques d’un réseau électrique triphasé. 311.3.2      Les lignes électriques et leurs supports de montage. 321.3.3      L‘impédance de la ligne électrique. 341.4   Les réseaux de répartition et de distribution électrique. 352      Les réseaux électriques intelligents (smart grids)372.1   L’alimentation électrique décentralisée. 392.2   Qualité des réseaux d’unités de puissance décentralisées. 412.3   Fonctionnement d’une source de tension en parallèle avec des sources de courant (couplage master-slave)432.4   Fonctionnement de sources de tension en parallèle (couplage master-master)453      L’électronique de puissance. 463.1   Definition. 463.2   Les semi-conducteurs. 493.2.1      La diode de puissance. 493.2.2      Les thyristors. 503.2.3      Les transistors de puissance. 523.3   Montage en pont (B2) pour courant alternatif543.3.1      Exemple: l’onduleur SunnyIsland® (SMA)543.3.2      Procédés de pilotage des onduleurs. 574      Fondamental et taux d’harmoniques de grandeurs alternatives non sinusoïdales675      Puissance de grandeurs électriques non sinusoïdales. 715.1   Tensions sinusoïdales et courants non-sinusoïdaux. 715.2   Tensions et courants non-sinusoïdaux. 735.3   Rendement des convertisseurs. 746      Filtre passif856.1   Inductance de filtrage. 856.2   Condensateur de filtrage. 866.3   Condensateur haute fréquence HF. 876.4   Condensateur électrolytique. 887      Abréviations908      Bibliographie. 90 

Written exam (120 min.) – 100 % with the following objectives: To be able to define the fundamental electrical devices used for the production, transformation, transport and distribution of electrical energy To be able to explain the operation of the electrical devices To be able to calculate relevant values of electrical circuits made of active and passive components  Assessment rules: To be able to understand the difference between conventional grid and smart grid. Based on application exercises (theory, formal calculation & simulation) and their correction during the lecture, the student must be able to answer questions and solve similar problems on his/her own Assessment criteria: Quality of the answers consisting in a correct communication language (French or English), the detailed methodology and the calculation results 

• Number of ECTS: 3
• Course number: MEEE-5
• Module(s): Module 1.7
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

Introduction of industrial processes to the students in order to bridge the theory of the study and the industrial application. Technical, environmental and economical aspects are discussed and the interrelationship shall become obvious.

Understanding of overall iron making procedure and how to reduce its CO2 emissions

The Blast Furnace Process:·         History and description of the Blast Furnace·         The Blast Furnace Process:-       Reduction Equations-       Thermal and mass balance·         Auxiliary plants (Hot Stoves, Sinter Plant, Pulverized Coal Injection Plant, Slag treatment, etc.) Technical Improvements to the Blast Furnace Process with economical and environmental impacts:·         Top Gas Recovery Turbine·         Heat recovery system at the Hot Stoves.         Digitalization.         Technologies for CO2 emissions reduction-          Reducing gas generation-          CO2 capture

T The students need to accomplish a project. The project presentation and final report will be considered for the assessment. There are also assignment, which should be submitted in written form. Take-home assignment -5% of Final Grade   Written exam – 75 % of Final Grade Group work – 20% of Final Grade      

The students need to accomplish a project. The project presentation and final report would be considered for the assessment. There are also assignment, which should be submitted in written form. The presentations are shared with the students

• Number of ECTS: 3
• Course number: MEEE-18
• Module(s): Module 1.8
• Language: FR
• Mandatory: Yes

• Number of ECTS: 5
• Course number: MEEE-32
• Module(s): Module 2.1
• Language: FR
• Mandatory: Yes

Target is to learn the basic mechanisms of heat and mass transfer. These mechanisms are applied to multi-dimensional and transient Problems. The students will learn to analyze heat transfer problems as well as to design heat transfer devices.

Heat Transfer Mechanisms, Multi-Dimensional Heat Transfer, Transient Heat Transfer, Convection, Radiation, Basics of Mass Transfer

IntroductionFourier's Heat Transfer EquationSteady State Heat ConductionTransient Heat ConductionConvective Heat TransferRadiation Heat TransferHeat ExchangerBasics of Mass Transfer

Written Exam

Support / Arbeitsunterlagen / Support: Folien- Präsentation du Übungsblätte   Littérature / Literatur / Literature: Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, Incropa et al; John Wiley & Son

• Number of ECTS: 3
• Course number: MEEE-6
• Module(s): Module 2.2
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

– EIB approach towards energy projects- EIB approach towards climate change- Technical and economic due diligence of energy efficiency projects- Technical and economic due diligence of renewable energy projects

Written exam

• Number of ECTS: 7
• Course number: MPDD-11
• Module(s): Module 2.3
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

Concepts for energy efficient and comfortable buildings

Students understand basics of comfort and energy in buildings The student understands the relevant parameters for energy efficient buildings: –         The basics in building physics and the aspects related to the building envelope –         The user and his need in terms of comfort –         The technical installations, especially heating / ventilation / air-conditioning / lighting The student  understands and can work with the energy relevant parameters of building materials and building components. The student  knows the common technical installations and t he student  is able to evaluate them on their energy performance. relevant parameter of building. The student  understands the basics of establishing energy balances and evaluations of buildings. As civil engineer  the student  disposes on the necessary knowledge and vocabulary to communicate with the specialists (energy consultants, building services engineers…) in this field.

 Basics in building physics and energy efficiency of buildings (Part 1: S. Maas):                                                                                            1. The role of the building2. The actual situation of administrative buildings     3. Contaminants in buildings                                                                   4. Comfort and needs of occupants                                                        5. How to assure thermal comfort                                                            6. Windows (gains, losses, orientation)                                                  7. Air tightness                                                                                       8. Thermal inertia/mass          9. Ventilation & cooling                                                                          10. Heat pumps and solar collectors                                                      11. Heat recovery                                                                                  12. Heating needs                                                                                13. Final energy and primary energy                                                             14. Coefficients of performance                                                              15. Energy performance certificates                                                             16. The norm EN832                                                                            17. The Energy Performance of Buildings Directives (EPBD): 2002/91/EC & 2010/31/EU     Lab 1 content (PhD-students/1 ECTS):                                                    1. Thermal comfort                                                                                       2. Heat Flowmeter                                                                                      3. Thermography                                                                                     4. Lighting                                                                                                    5. Blower-Door Test                                                                                    6. Software Lesosai for stationary energy balances                           7.Thermal Bridges – CatalogueLab. 2 &2 (F. Scholzen):Concepts for energy efficient and comfortable buildings: Technical installations Introduction: active and passive measuresHeating:  Heat load, heating systems, heat production and distributionVentilation needsMoist air, psychrometric diagram (Mollier)Air-conditioning: Chillers, Room Air Cooling, Air handling UnitsFree CoolingShort introduction to renewable energies in buildings Lab. Sessions:Introduction and general guidelines for the measurements, Thermography, Blower-door test, Measurement of humidity, Measurement of heat flux, Acoustic Measurement 

  End-of-course assessment:     Written exam – 90 min – 20 points Oral exam –  Depending on the number of students and/or external constraints, a partial or completely oral exam format may be chosen by the teachers !

 Part I: Roulet, Santé et quailté de l’environnement intérieur dans les bâtiments, 2004, Lausanne Multiple handouts during the lessons W. Feist, das Niedrigenergiehaus, C.F. Müller, 1998 RWE Bau Handbuch,VWEW Energieverlag, 2004  Part II: Script Part Lab. Sessions : Hand-out’s access to LESOSAI for one lab session  

• Number of ECTS: 4
• Course number: MEEE-31
• Module(s): Module 2.4
• Language: FR
• Mandatory: Yes

Assessment of different building categories, e.g. single family homes, apartments, schools, old & new buildingsAu terme du cours, l’étudiant doit être à même de :- connaître et comprendre les caractéristiques constructives et les installations techniques du bâtiment qui ont un impact sur la performance énergétique du bâtiment- comprendre le système énergétique « immeuble » et les différents concepts d’immeuble performants-  connaître et comprendre les méthodes d’établir des bilans énergétiques d’immeubles d’après la méthodologie DIN 18599 et de pouvoir appliquer les logiciels correspondants- connaître et comprendre les méthodes de déterminer des charges thermiques et frigorifiques ainsi que le comportement thermique d’un bâtiment sur base d’une simulation horaire et de pouvoir appliquer les logiciels correspondants

Au terme du cours, l’étudiant doit être à même de :- connaître et comprendre les caractéristiques constructives et les installations techniques du bâtiment qui ont un impact sur la performance énergétique du bâtiment-  connaître et comprendre les méthodes d’établir des certificats de performance énergétique (CPE) d’immeubles fonctionnels d’après la méthodologie DIN 18599 et de pouvoir appliquer les logiciels correspondants- pouvoir optimiser un immeuble sur base de ces CPE tout en restant critique quant à leur fiabilité de représenter le comportement d’un bâtiment réel 

Part III : la physique du bâtiment et son monitoring (Prof. Maas, 2h, 2.5 ECTS)Assurer la qualité de l'air: les effets de l'aération, ventilation naturelle et mécanique, chiffres clefs de consommation électriques pour la ventilation et la climatisationProtection contre l'humidité et les moisissures : protection contre la pluie, l'humidité du sol, transport convectif du vapeur, condensation et diffusionAssurer la qualité de l'éclairage : Eclairage naturel et artificiel, chiffres clefs de consommation électriques pour l'éclairage

L'examen écrit

Notes de cours (disponibles sur Moodle)

• Number of ECTS: 3
• Course number: MEEE-33
• Module(s): Module 2.5
• Language: FR
• Mandatory: Yes

Au terme du cours, l’étudiant doit être à même de : – connaître et comprendre les caractéristiques constructives et les installations techniques du bâtiment qui ont un impact sur la performance énergétique du bâtiment –  connaître et comprendre les méthodes d’établir des certificats de performance énergétique (CPE) d’immeubles fonctionnels d’après la méthodologie DIN 18599 et de pouvoir appliquer les logiciels correspondants – pouvoir optimiser un immeuble sur base de ces CPE tout en restant critique quant à leur fiabilité de représenter le comportement d’un bâtiment réel

Simulation énergétique d’immeubles fonctionnels suivant DIN 18599 avec le logiciel LUXEEB_F_IBP

Rapport de projet à soumettre par l’étudiant + examen oral

• Number of ECTS: 4
• Course number: BPG-83
• Module(s): Module 2.6
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

 

The purpose of the lecture series on the topic of financial accounting is to provide a basic understanding of international financial reporting. When students attended the class, they should be able to record selected transactions according to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and to prepare financial statements. Students should be able to: ·    understand the IASB’s standard-setting role ·    understand the IASB’s framework – who uses it and why? ·    define the basic elements in financial statements ·    understand the concept of a assets and liabilities ·    explain when a provision, property, plant and equipment, intangible asset, or revenues should be recognized and measured ·    apply the definitions, recognition and measurement criteria for provisions, contingent liabilities, property, plant and equipment, intangible assets, or revenues    

·    Module 1: Recap the Basics ·    Module 2: Introduction to International Financial Reporting ·    Module 3: Provisions and Contingent Liabilities ·    Module 4: Property, Plant and Equipment ·     Module 5: Intangible Assets ·     Module 6: Revenue ·     Module 7: Framework  

Written exam 100%

LITERATURE Leo/Picker/Loftus/Wise/Clark/Alfredson (2012, 3rd edition): Applying International Financial Reporting Standards, Wiley.

• Number of ECTS: 4
• Course number: MEEE-22
• Module(s): Module 2.7
• Language: FR
• Mandatory: Yes

Établir le lien entre les fonctionnements techniques et économiques de l'entreprise

Savoir intégrer les enjeux économiques dans les décisions de l'ingénieur

– Évolution de l'économie, conséquences sur la structuration des marchés, l'organisation et les fonctionnements de l'entreprise- Le prix de revient : calcul, pièges et autres considérations- La comptabilité- Les documents comptables, ratios, analyses financières, tableaux de bord- Entreprise et création de valeur

Devoir de groupe en temps limité – éxamen écrit

Les documents utiles sont distribués pendant le cours

• Number of ECTS: 4
• Course number: MEEE-34
• Module(s): Module 2.8
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes

Introduction of basic managerial accounting concepts

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: –          Define cost accounting concepts. –          Evaluate the nature of costs in a given business situation and identify the business drivers behind those costs. –          Calculate and record product costs using job order, process and activity based costing methodologies. –          Measure the profitability of decentralized business segments. –          Evaluate capital budget alternatives and apply managerial accounting concepts to management decision making. –          Analyze the effectiveness of short-run decision models. Apply key types of financial performance measurement tools to analyze financial statements.

Throughout this course, weekly topics may include but are not limited to: Managerial Accounting — Cost Concepts and Job Order Costing ; Process Costing Systems and Value Based Costing Systems ; Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis and the Budgeting Process ; Flexible Budgets, Performance Analysis, and Cash Flow Statements ; Standard Costing and Variance Analysis ; Short-Run Decision Analysis and Pricing Decisions ; Capital Investment Analysis ; Financial Statement Analysis

Continuous assessment:  Task 1:   Take-home assignment (50% weight for final grade) Task 2:     Presentation (50% weight for final grade)

• Number of ECTS: 30
• Course number: MEEE-17
• Module(s): Module 4.1
• Language: EN
• Mandatory: Yes