Base Knowledge
Knowledge of physics, hydraulics and hydrology and proficiency in reading/interpreting English.
Teaching Methodologies
(1) Theoretical-practical classes – combine theoretical exposition with the presentation and discussion of practical cases and the resolution of practical application exercises.
(2) Tutorial classes – more individual accompaniment with a view to discussing subjects in more detail, filling in gaps and guiding practical work.
(3) Practical work, carried out in small groups to encourage their involvement, culminating in a written report, presentation and oral discussion.
(4) A study visit.
Learning Results
1.Knowing the interrelationship of energy and environment
2.Know the basic principles of energy, in particular the relationship between energy consumption and global environmental problems
3. Know the national and international political-legal framework on energy and climate change
4.Knowing the principles, technologies and applicability of renewable and non-renewable energy resources
5.Knowing how to apply energy management methodologies and energy efficiency measures in a real context
6.Develop soft skills necessary for professional activity
Program
1. Energy and environmental issues: national, European and global energy context, environmental problems associated with energy consumption, national and international political-legal framework, transition to a low-carbon economy
2. Basic concepts in energy, renewable and non-renewable sources, transformations and performance, fundamental laws and heat transfer phenomena
3. Renewable and non-renewable energy resources, technologies, application, advantages and disadvantages
4. Energy management: principles, methodologies and strategies, main institutional players, SGE
5. Energy management in buildings and industry: legal framework, challenges and complexity, strategies, energy efficiency measures, energy end-user behaviour
6. Energy transition and smart grids
Grading Methods
Continuous assessment: Carrying out practical exercises aimed at developing skills in the application of energy auditing and management techniques:
TP1 - Measurement of illuminance 5%; TP2 - Assessment of renewable energy production for self-consumption 5%; TP3 - Quantification of energy consumption using remote metering data 5%; TP4 - Quantification of energy consumption using billing data 5%; TP5 - Energy audit using monitoring equipment 5%; TP6 - Study of legal applicability in the energy area 10%; TP7 - Identification and evaluation of energy efficiency measures 10%; TP8 - Quantification of greenhouse gases 5%; TP9 - Oral presentation and discussion 20%; TP10 - Final written report 30%.
Assessment. Cont = 0,05xTP1+0,05xTP2+0,05xTP3+0,05xTP4+0,05xTP5+0,1xTP6+0,1xTP7+0,05xTP8+0,2xTP9+0,3xTP10
Assessment by exam: Written test with theoretical and practical components.
According to the regulations in force, in order for a student to pass continuous assessment, they must simultaneously: fulfil the minimum attendance requirement of 75%; obtain a minimum mark of 7.5 in each of the modules; obtain a final mark, rounded up to the nearest integer, equal to or greater than 10 marks.
Internship(s)
NAO
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