ME411 Renewable Energy Technology
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Mechanical Engineering
Ismar Alagić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course aims to provide an introduction to power systems, its basic components and their functioning, focusing on renewable energy resources, their technologies and applications. The course will help students
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Andrews J., Jelley N., Energy Science (principles, technologies and impacts), Oxford University Presss, 2007.;Richard A. Dunlap, Sustainable Energy, Boyle Godfrey;Alagić I., Presentation RET – ME 411, Spring semester,
Additional Literature
Ismar Alagić, Presentation ME 411Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Power point & Slide presentations
Student Presentation and Assignments
Industrial visits
Laboratory activities and demonstrations
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Course | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 2 | Energy and Renewable energy /Clean Technologies, Fuels-parameters | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 3 | Biomass | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 4 | Municipal waste fuel | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 5 | Quiz I | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 6 | Solar Energy /Student Work | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 7 | Wind Energy /Student Work | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 8 | Geothermal Energy / Student Work | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 9 | Midterm Exam | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 10 | Energy Storage / Assignments | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 11 | Techno-economical analysis for the use of RES /Assignments | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 12 | Environmental Engineering Technologies ,Energy Efficiency | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 13 | Legal and Ethical issues concerning energy /Potential site visit | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 14 | Waste Energy Management / Assigments | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
| 15 | Quiz II | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME411.1 | Course | Thursday 15:00 - 17:50 | A F2.8 - Classroom | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 - 14:00 | A F2.31 | |
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 14:00 | A F2.31 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5 6
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 5
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Presentation (student work)
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Assignments/Tutirals
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Home Study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
In-term exam study
8 hours ⏳ (1 week × 8 h)
Final exam study
16 hours ⏳ (1 week × 16 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ME411] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ME411 | Renewable Energy Technology | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Ismar Alagić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 12:00-14:00 Tuesday: 12:00-14:00 |
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| ialagic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | N/A | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course aims to provide an introduction to power systems, its basic components and their functioning, focusing on renewable energy resources, their technologies and applications. The course will help students | |||||||||
| Textbook | Andrews J., Jelley N., Energy Science (principles, technologies and impacts), Oxford University Presss, 2007.;Richard A. Dunlap, Sustainable Energy, Boyle Godfrey;Alagić I., Presentation RET – ME 411, Spring semester, | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Power point & Slide presentations. Student Presentation and Assignments. Industrial visits. Laboratory activities and demonstrations. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the Course | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Energy and Renewable energy /Clean Technologies, Fuels-parameters | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Biomass | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Municipal waste fuel | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Quiz I | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Solar Energy /Student Work | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Wind Energy /Student Work | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Geothermal Energy / Student Work | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Midterm Exam | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Energy Storage / Assignments | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Techno-economical analysis for the use of RES /Assignments | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Environmental Engineering Technologies ,Energy Efficiency | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Legal and Ethical issues concerning energy /Potential site visit | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Waste Energy Management / Assigments | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Quiz II | Presentation of Alagić I.-ME 411 | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments | 1 | 10 | 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 2 | 10 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation (student work) | 1 | 10 | 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Assignments/Tutirals | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| Home Study | 3 | 14 | 42 | In-term exam study | 8 | 1 | 8 | |||
| Final exam study | 16 | 1 | 16 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/02/2026 | |||||||||