Energy Management

EGM105 PRINCIPLES OF PHOTOVOLTAIC TECHNOLOGY AND INSTALLATION

4 credits
This course will review solar energy, electricity, and photovoltaic technologies and combine this information with the technical aspects of solar installations such as the types of technologies and characteristics of various PV panels, and the balance of system equipment to include mounting options, disconnects, controllers, batteries, inverters, load centers and lightning protection. Students will also learn the differences of various applications such as independent, and stand alone DC systems and grid tie systems with and without batteries for both residential and commercial applications. Topics also include a detailed study of system components as well as the proper and safe electrical interconnection of these components includes hands-on training exercises and experiments. Principles of installation of photovoltaic panels will be practiced in the laboratory as well as visits to local PV installations. Prerequisite: RDG100, MAT096; EET103 or co-requisite.

EGM110 ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND MOTORS

3 credits
The course covers the components of lighting systems and motors. Energy efficiency opportunities and environmental impacts in these areas are identified and analyzed. Prerequisites: RDG 100, MAT 096; EET103 or co-requisite.

EGM115 HEATING SYSTEMS

3 credits
This course covers gas, fuel oil, and electric furnaces, as well as heat pumps. Temperature, humidity, air filtering, air movement, and energy efficiency for a complete home conditioning system is also covered. Steam and hot water heating systems for residential and commercial applications will also be described, including energy conservation and efficiency options, potential savings for new and existing systems, and environmental impacts of specific heating systems. Prerequisites:RDG100, MAT096, EET103, EGM110.

EGM120 COOLING SYSTEMS

3 credits
This course covers residential and commercial cooling systems, including temperature, humidity, air filtering, and air movement. Descriptions of new products, and maintenance and operations for residential and commercial cooling systems are also covered, emphasizing energy conservation and efficiency options for new and existing equipment. Prerequisites: RDG100, MAT096, EET103.

EGM125 ENERGY ANALYSIS AND AUDITING

3 credits
The student will perform critical examinations of energy consuming facilities, both domestic and commercial, for the purpose of identifying energy conservation opportunities. In addition, the student will identify various energy conservation measures, including equipment that can be installed to further conserve energy. Energy audits will be performed at various commercial facilities, selected by the student and approved by the instructor. The student will create a final energy audit report and energy management plan, and will present the plan to both the class and to the energy management team at the facility. Prerequisite: RDG100, MAT096 or co-requisite.

EGM130 ENERGY CONTROL STRATEGIES

3 credits
This course pertains to all devices that are used to regulate energy use in buildings: from pneumatic and electric to electronic; from manual to automatic; from simple switches to microprocessors. An emphasis is placed on identifying and solving control/calibration problems and improving energy efficiency through redesign and energy control strategies. Prerequisite: RDG100, MAT096, EET103, EGM120, EGM115