Technical and energy systems in buildings - Advanced topics

Recommended Prerequisites

Knowledge in the thermal and energy performance of buildings.

Teaching Methods

The teaching methods will be base on the presentation of theoretical concepts and advanced knowledge on the topics defined in the syllabus. Whenever possible, illustrative cases related to the topics covered by the unit will presented.

Learning Outcomes

This unit aims to provide the student with a comprehensive overview of the types of technical and energy systems that exist in a building, its operation and the possibilities of reducing its energy consumption. It also intends to present possible advanced topics and research perspectives within the subject matter of the unit. After attending this course, the student must have acquired skills and knowledge that allow him to undertake a critical analysis and to develop research related to the technical and energetic systems of buildings.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1 - Technical Systems in buildings:

1.1-Lighting Systems

1.2-Heating and air conditioning systems

1.3- Hot water production systems

 

2 - Renewable energy systems

2.1 - Solar Thermal Systems

2.2 - Biomass-Based Systems

2.3 - Photovoltaic solar panels

2.4 - Eolic energy, geothermal energy and mini-hydrics

 

3 - Integrated production of energy in buildings

 

4 - Integrated technical management systems

 

5 - Energy audit

 

6 - Topics of research in the technical and energetic systems of buildings.

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Exam: 50.0%
Synthesis work: 50.0%

Bibliography

Thumann, A.; “Handbook of Energy Audits”; Fairmont Press.

Thumann, A.; “Energy Management Systems Sourcebook”; The Fairmont Press, Inc.

Meckler, M. (ed.); “Retrofitting buildings for energy conservation”; Fairmont Press.

Faye McQuiston, Jerald D. Parker, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning – Analysis and Design. John Wiley & Sons. 

EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).