Energy Management for Sustainability

Course aim

Energy conversion is a pivotal aspect of energy management. Energy Management for Sustainability provides an overview of the principles behind and the methods used for energy utilisation and energy recovery methods. The aim of the course is to gain an understanding of the physical principles underlying energy conversion processes in engines, and energy management aspects as applied in industry, transport and buildings. Students will apply this knowledge to implement meaningful energy savings and energy efficiency process improvements, while becoming aware of the sustainability implications of the various energy options available.

Course content

Through lectures and tutorials, students are exposed to a variety of areas in energy management, including: Energy resources, conversion processes and conversion efficiencies; renewable energy systems; environmental impacts of energy use; energy recovery methods for thermal systems; energy management techniques in industry, transport and buildings; the energy audit; financial and environmental evaluation techniques; role of the energy manager; case studies.

Textbook(s)

Roger, AH and Merlin, HK 2013, Energy: Its Use and the Environment, 5, Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning, Boston

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment 1, Assignment 2, Examination, Formative Assessment (Pre-lecture, participation, submission of tutorials), Major Group Assignment

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.