The aim of this module is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to put effective practices in place that result in measurable energy savings. This module will enable learners to identify areas with potential for energy saving, plan actions for improved efficiency, and gain an understanding of alternative technologies.
Energy Management
The rationale behind energy management: Introduction to energy sources and characteristics including supply authorities, electricity, steam, hot water, gas, coal, solar, waste heat, petrol, diesel. Security of supply. Impact on the environment of energy consumption.
Introduction to and understanding of the NSAI Energy Systems Standard
Implementation of the standard including:
- Past and present energy usage; office lighting, air conditioning, heating, refrigeration systems, security systems, standby/emergency systems.
- Energy auditing processes; energy costs, energy consumption, predicting future costs, surveying, energy balance, instrumentation, building management systems, estimating saving potential
- Systems operation for energy efficiency; efficiency in building structures, proportional total energy consumption against individual systems, passive building design, preventative maintenance procedures, monitoring building management systems.
- Implementing energy management procedures for a building; recording base year data, climatic conditions, building and systems survey, pay back period, survey analysis, energy conservation procedures, monitoring, evaluation and follow up
Renewable Energy Resources
Solar radiation, solar water heating, photovoltaic generation, Hydro-power, Wind power, Wave Energy, Tidal Power, Biofuels, Geothermal energy, energy storage and distribution
Engineering, Ethics and the Environment
Ethics and professionalism, code of ethics, commitment to safety, workplace responsibilities and rights, honesty, responsible research, environmental protection.
Energy Management
The rationale behind energy management: Introduction to energy sources and characteristics including supply authorities, electricity, steam, hot water, gas, coal, solar, waste heat, petrol, diesel. Security of supply. Impact on the environment of energy consumption.
Introduction to and understanding of the NSAI Energy Systems Standard
Implementation of the standard including:• Past and present energy usage; office lighting, air conditioning, heating, refrigeration systems, security systems, standby/emergency systems.• Energy auditing processes; energy costs, energy consumption, predicting future costs, surveying, energy balance, instrumentation, building management systems, estimating saving potential• Systems operation for energy efficiency; efficiency in building structures, proportional total energy consumption against individual systems, passive building design, preventative maintenance procedures, monitoring building management systems.• Implementing energy management procedures for a building; recording base year data, climatic conditions, building and systems survey, pay back period, survey analysis, energy conservation procedures, monitoring, evaluation and follow up.
Renewable Energy Resources
Solar radiation, solar water heating, photovoltaic generation, Hydro-power, Wind power, Wave Energy, Tidal Power, Biofuels, Geothermal energy, energy storage and distribution
Engineering, Ethics and the Environment
Ethics and professionalism, code of ethics, commitment to safety, workplace responsibilities and rights, honesty, responsible research, environmental protection.
This module is delivered by face-to-face and online lectures, underpinned up by lab-based numerical drills, case studies and research-based assignments.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 70 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 30 |