ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
ESE4102 | Energy Efficiency in Buildings | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. HÜSEYİN GÜNHAN ÖZCAN |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | Not available. |
Course Objectives: | The aim of this course to teach the students how to effectively analyze the energy consumption and energy loss of a building. Students will be taught how space conditioning is performed, and how the efficiency of this process can be increased. Heat loss through various surfaces will be studied. Lighting of both the indoors and outdoors will be covered. Finally, utility management subjects including water consumption and recycle, appliance selection and fuel consumption will be mentioned. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Define building envelope II. Analyze the effects of temperature and humidity on resident comfort III. Apply heat transfer basics to the analysis of heat loss through exterior surfaces IV. Calculate heat loss through windows, roofs, floors and walls via conduction and convection V. Calculate the optimum insulation thickness as a function of indoor and outdoors temperature as well as the type of insulatory material VI. Assess the key parameters that affect the efficient operation of HVAC systems VII. Compare boilers and heat pumps as two central heating options VIII. Analyze the indoors and outdoors lighting requirements of buildings IX. Recognize the importance of utility management such as water and fuel consumption and appliance selection in regards to building energy efficiency X. Analyze the national and international laws and standards on building energy efficiency XI. Predict the future amendments in the regulations and standards in the field of building energy efficiency |
Building envelope, space conditioning, calculation of heat losses through external surfaces, insulation, HVAC systems, central heating systems, lighting, water and fuel consumption in buildings, contribution of electrical appliances to energy consumption in buildings, related national and international standards and regulations |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Definition of Building Envelope: Industrial and residential buildings | - |
2) | Space Conditioning: Definition of resident comfort, temperature and humidity requirements | - |
3) | Heat Loss to Exterior Surfaces: Heat loss through windows, walls, roof and floor via conduction and convection | Students should revise previous knowledge on conductive and convective heat transfer learned at "ESE 2008 - Heat and Mass Transfer" class prior to coming to this particular lecture hour. |
4) | Heat Loss to Exterior Surfaces: Heat loss through windows, walls, roof and floor via conduction and convection (continued) | - |
5) | Insulation: Insulation materials, calculation of optimum insulation thickness | - |
6) | Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems | - |
7) | Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems (continued) | - |
8) | Central Heating: Boilers, heat pumps | Students should revise previous knowledge on boiler systems learned at "ESE 3002 - Fuels and Combustion" class prior to coming to this particular lecture hour. |
9) | General review | |
10) | Lighting: Lighting requirements for indoors and outdoors, economic analysis of lighting systems | - |
11) | Utility Management in Buildings: Water and fuel consumption | - |
12) | Utility Management in Buildings: Contribution of electrical appliances to building energy consumption | - |
13) | National and International Standards and Regulations on Building Energy Efficiency | - |
14) | National and International Standards and Regulations on Building Energy Efficiency | - |
15) | Preparation for the final exam | - |
16) | Preparation for the final exam | - |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Ders notları, dersten sorumlu öğretim elemanı tarafından sağlanacaktır. Lecture notes will be provided by the lecturer. |
References: | "Energy Management Handbook", S. Doty, W.C. Turner, The Fairmont Press, 7th edition (2009) ISBN-13:9781420088700,978-1420088700 |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
Midterms | 2 | % 50 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 16 | 6 | 96 |
Midterms | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Total Workload | 144 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | 5 |
2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | 4 |
3) | Ability to design complex Energy systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 4 |
4) | Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | 4 |
5) | Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering. | 4 |
6) | Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems | 3 |
7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 4 |
8) | Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | 3 |
9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications. | 4 |
10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | 3 |
11) | Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions. |