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Course Outlines

Summer 2026 - MSE 454 D100

Hybrid Thermal Electric Microgrids II (3)

Class Number: 3878

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2026: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
    Surrey

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2026: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
    Surrey

  • Prerequisites:

    80 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Covers hybrid microgrids, including i) microgrid energy conversion and distribution; ii) entrepreneurial mindsets; iii) bioenergy production and natural gas networks; iv) thermal energy storage materials and processes; v) thermal energy grids; vi) sensing and communication systems; and vii) energy policy. This is a co-taught online course with strong practical training components. MSE 453 and MSE 454 are distinct, complementary courses that can be taken in any sequence.

COURSE DETAILS:

Course Outline 
Module 1: Energy conversion and distribution systems in microgrids
Module 2: Entrepreneurial mindsets and developing value propositions 
Module 3: Bioenergy production and natural gas network
Module 4: Thermal energy storage materials and processes
Module 5: Thermal energy grid
Module 6: Sensing and communication systems
Module 7: Sustainable energy policy and politics
 

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

 
At the end of the course, a successful student will understand Hybrid Thermal Electric Microgrid concepts and practical aspects of energy production, conversion, and distribution systems, including modeling, monitoring, policy, and light-weight business experimentation.

Grading

  • Assignments 100%

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.