CHEME 6641

Energy Value Chain Module

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

Module of CHEME 6640. Energy value and supply chain systems include oil, natural gas, coal, electricity, nuclear and renewables. Qualitative and quantitative review and analysis of end to end flow dynamics, drivers, optimization parameters, and influencing elements including regulations and technology. Assessment of the linkages between different chains.

When Offered Fall.

• Develop a clear understanding of fundamental supply chain concepts and apply them specifically to learn how different energy value chains function.
• Analyze differing value chains to evaluate the levers, constraints plus internal and external factors that affect their performance.
• Evaluate and predict through environmental scanning and analysis the evolution and possible future roles of diverse value chains.
• Develop basic approaches to improve and enhance key supply chains to extract optimum value.
• Complete a comprehensive report on a key energy value chain topic, working in teams of 4 each, that involves both oral and written communication of results.

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