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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
COP4401 Schneider Electric - Energy Efficiency and Savings Fall 3 0 3 6
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Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÜRKAN SOYKAN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÜRKAN SOYKAN
Recommended Optional Program Components: Not available
Course Objectives: Understanding the main drivers of energy efficiency. Basics and applications of electrical energy efficiency with energy management technologies in buildings, residential and industry. Importance and basics of electrical energy quality. Providing energy efficiency and savings with energy management, tariff management, monitoring and measurement

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Defining the concept of energy efficiency
II. Explaining energy quality
III. Describing the methods of achieving energy savings in alternative current systems
IV. Applying SCADA software to process control problems
V. Recognizing the importance of energy efficiency in residential systems
VI. Analyzing mid-voltage distribution networks in terms of energy efficiency

Course Content

Electrical energy efficiency, energy quality, energy savings in alternative current systems, energy efficiency and management in residential systems, process control with SCADA, energy efficiency and control in mid-voltage distribution networks, energy efficiency in data centers

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Electrical energy efficiency: Description and importance of energy efficiency, main drivers for energy savings, global and local regulations, cost, environment and life standard effects
2) Electrical energy quality: What is electrical energy in good quality, what are the disturbance factors for good quality of electrical energy, how to avoid these factors, devices and methodologies for better energy quality, relation between energy quality and energy savings
3) Energy savings with AC drives: Basics of motor starting methods, comparison of different methods in terms of energy savings, theoretical and practical aspects of energy savings with AC drives.
4) Drive applications in industry – Energy saving applications in hoisting.
5) Electrical energy efficiency and management in buildings – part 1: Electrical energy savings in buildings, motor drive technics and applications, lighting, lift, HVAC and access control management, integrated system approach for energy efficiency solutions in buildings
6) Electrical energy efficiency and management in residential – part 1.Electrical energy consumption and savings at home, active energy efficiency via better energy management, lighting control, HMI (human-machine interface) devices for home automation, HVAC control, time management of consumption devices for energy savings
7) Electrical energy efficiency and management in residential – part 1.Electrical energy consumption and savings at home, active energy efficiency via better energy management, lighting control, HMI (human-machine interface) devices for home automation, HVAC control, time management of consumption devices for energy savings
8) Electrical energy efficiency and management in residential – part 2 – home automation
9) Process control with SCADA, Monitoring the process and energy consumption for energy efficiency and better management.
10) Energy quality, continuity and efficiency in medium voltage distribution networks:Energy monitoring and management by using intelligent network devices. Energy continuity by automatic transfer switches
11) Energy efficiency and savings in low voltage distribution networks:Energy monitoring and management by using intelligent network devices. Savings with tariff. Management. Comparison according to IEC standards.
12) Energy efficiency and savings in low voltage distribution networks:Energy monitoring and management by using intelligent network devices. Savings with tariff. Management. Comparison according to IEC standards.
13) Energy efficiency in Data centers: Energy savings with better design, engineering, operation and maintenance of data centers
14) Midterm examination

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notları, dersi veren öğretim elemanı tarafından sağlanacaktır.

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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 98
Midterms 1 2
Final 1 2
Total Workload 144

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. 5
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 4
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.) 4
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. 4
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems. 3
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. 3
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. 3
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. 3
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. 3
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.