This course introduces students to geothermal fields exploration, engineering and
exploitation. It aims at helping students familiarize with the features and properties
of the subsurface where sources of geothermal energy can be spotted and produced.
High enthalpy, low enthalpy and shallow geothermal energy systems are presented
along with their applications. Geological issues, geophysical exploration,
hydrogeological aspects, reservoir engineering and applicable law are among the
topics discussed. The course further provides the means to develop combined
approaches for designing a geothermal project, selecting suitable techniques,
appropriate equipment and materials as well as to optimize cost and revenue under
the constraint of technically and environmentally safe development.
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Students are asked to study a related topic, organize the material, write an extended
report and give a detailed presentation so as to enhance their ability to present
technical topics to any audience.
- Teacher: Γεώργιος Αποστολόπουλος
- Teacher: Βασίλειος Γαγάνης
- Teacher: Ανδρέας Καλλιώρας
- Teacher: Σοφία Σταματάκη
ECTS : 4
Language : el
Learning Outcomes : Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: - Understand in detail the geo(hydro)logical processes related to the development of geothermal fields and their identification methods. - Describe and analyze the parameters related to the thermal content of geothermal fields and the movement of hot fluids within them. - Know the geophysical methods for identifying geothermal fields. - Know the technological tools and techniques used to ensure the transfer of geothermal energy to the surface. - Know the techniques used for drilling geothermal wells. - Design basic geothermal energy exploitation systems, as well as analyze and calculate the basic cost elements of the project and their connection to the project schedule. - Collaborate with colleagues for the study and presentation of further specialized scientific topics related to Geothermal Energy. - Be aware of the evolution of geothermal research and exploitation in Greece.