Energy Economy of BuildingsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student can explain the effects of various factors on a building’s energy consumption and draw building energy calculations using the monthly calculation method. The student can do a heat loss compensation calculation for a new building and prepare an energy certificate. The student can draw a computational summer indoor temperature analysis using a dynamic simulation tool. The student understands the concepts of life-cycle cost analysis and can calculate the payback period and net present value (NPV) of an energy project to support investment decision-making.

Content

Factors affecting building energy efficiency. Laws and regulations governing building energy efficiency. Monthly energy calculation. Computational energy efficiency rating (E-value), heat loss compensation calculation, and energy certificate preparation. Summer indoor temperature analysis using a dynamic simulation tool. Life-cycle cost analysis, payback period, and net present value (NPV) calculations to support investment decision-making for energy projects.

Qualifications

Competence in the following study areas:
Heat distribution systems
Water supply and drainage systems
Air Conditioning Technology 1
Building services engineering mathematics 2

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student can apply the skills and knowledge listed above with guidance.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student can independently apply the skills and knowledge listed above.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the requirements listed above, the student can give grounds for the solutions he or she has chosen and develop these solutions.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student can apply the skills and knowledge listed above with guidance.