- Students will be able to achieve the following:
- Manage building/facility energy efficiency and renewable energy projects by comprehensively implementing all associated technical, legal, and economic aspects.
- Learn how to approach and manage building energy efficiency and renewable energy system integration projects.
- Learn and apply building energy management and renewable energy technologies.
- Conduct technical-economic studies and feasibility analyses for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects
- Learn the legal and administrative aspects associated with energy efficiency and renewable energy projects
- Calculate CO2 emissions avoided through fossil fuel replacement projects according to official methodologies
Methodology
At Educa PHAROS, we use a highly practical methodology focused on the direct application of knowledge in the student’s professional environment, combining theoretical content with real-world cases, digital tools, and support from a team of specialized instructors.
Program
Introduction
The International Energy Context
The Spanish Energy Context
European Regulatory Framework on Energy in Buildings
U.S. Regulatory Framework, ASHRAE Standards
Introduction to CTE and Energy Certification
CTE Basic Requirements for Habitability
CTE Basic Requirements for Energy Conservation
Energy Certification
Recognized Documents for Energy Certification and Regulatory Framework
The Energy Audit
Energy Audit Stage 1: Analysis of the Current Situation
Energy Audit Stage 2: Proposals and Economic Analysis
European Regulation. UNE-EN_16247-1, 2, 3, 4.2012 Series
ASHRAE Level II Energy Audit
Existing Buildings. Energy Certification
Designbuilder. Thermal Enclosure Definition
Designbuilder. Systems Definition
Designbuilder: Results and Improvement Measures
Case Study
Introduction to HVAC Systems
Primary Loop
Secondary Loop
Heating and Cooling Generation
Fluid Transport and Terminal Units
Aerothermal Energy: Concept and Characteristics
Aerothermal Energy: Design and Calculation
Geothermal Energy: Concept and Characteristics
Geothermal Energy: Design and Calculation
Comparative Study
Introduction to Ventilation
Ventilation Systems in Residential Buildings
Ventilation in Tertiary Sector Buildings
Primary Air Handling Units
Ventilation Systems: Design and Calculation
Introduction
Market Demand Assessment
Residential Buildings: Design and Calculation
Tertiary Sector Buildings: Design and Calculation
Case Study
Concepts and Regulations
Efficient Technology in Lamps and Lighting Fixtures
Efficient Technology in Equipment and Control
Lighting Audit
Design Criteria and Recommendations
Introduction
Control Systems. Control Signals
Control Systems. Sensors
Control Systems. Actuators
Control Systems. Controllers
Control Systems. Walkways or Gateways
Control Systems. Measurement and Monitoring
Management Systems
Advanced Management Systems
Systems Integration
ISO 50001 and Directive 2012/27/EU
Electricity Market, Tariff Scheme
CO2 Emissions Trading: Allocation of Allowances and Financial Framework
Financial Management of Energy Projects
Energy Service Companies (ESCO)
Principles of Solar Energy Conversion
Resource Assessment
Low-Temperature Solar Energy
Solar Air Conditioning
Concentrated Solar Power
Photovoltaic Effect
Components of a Photovoltaic System
Current Status of the Technology and the Market
Design and Calculation of Photovoltaic Systems
Standards and Regulations
Resource Assessment
Description of the Technology
Dimensioning and Calculation of the Energy Generated
Small Wind Turbine Installations in Urban Environments
Economic and Environmental Impact of Wind Energy
Biomass Use
Energy Use
Use in Construction
Systems and Equipment
District Headquarters
Energy in Industry
The Importance of Energy Efficiency
Energy Legislation
Subsidies, Financing, and Other Initiatives to Promote Energy Efficiency in the Industry
Success Stories
The Position of Energy Manager. Responsibilities
Energy Service Companies (ESCO)
Standards Applicable to ESCOs
Energy Strategy
Success Stories
Basic Concepts
Methodology of the Energy Audit Process
Action Plans
Results. Energy Indicators
Success Stories
Thermal and Electrical Systems
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Lighting
Other Energy-Consuming Systems and Equipment
Energy Efficiency Solutions in the Industry
The sun's energy
Radiation Measurement and Databases
The photovoltaic effect
The solar cell
The photovoltaic solar panel
Classification of PV Solar Technologies
Crystalline Silicon Technology
Thin-Film Panel Technology (I)
Thin-Film Panel Technology (II)
Concentrator photovoltaics
Solar Energy Production. The PR Concept
PVSYST. Site Definition and Meteorological Basis
PVSYST. Component Modeling (I)
PVSYST. Component Modeling (II)
PVSYST. Energy simulation and results
Photovoltaic self-consumption. PVSYST simulation program
Solar trackers and mounting systems
Main Electrical Equipment
Medium-voltage cables and electrical substations
Civil Engineering
Introduction to Biomass
Biomass as an Energy Source
Characterization of Biomass as an Energy Resource
Problems Associated with the Use of Biomass
Biomass Technologies and Processing Methods
Introduction to Biogas
Biogas Production
Biogas Production Technologies
Operations Before and After Biomethanation
Use of biogas
HVO Biodiesel
Biodiesel Fame
Bioethanol
Bioethanol Production
Combustion reaction. Reagents
Combustion reaction. Products
Design of Combustion Facilities
Electricity Generation from Biomass
Solar Thermoelectric (I)
Solar Thermoelectric (II)
Introduction and Objectives
Smart Cities
Some Examples of Smart Cities
Energy in Cities
The consumer at the center. Smart meters
The need to decarbonize transportation
Possible actions to decarbonize transportation
The electric vehicle
The electric bus
New business models
Overview of Renewable Distributed Generation
Boosting distributed generation and self-consumption
Incorporation of self-consumption into the electricity system
Energy communities
Some experiences
Electricity Distribution (I)
Electricity Distribution (II)
Networks and the Energy Transition
New tools. Gaining flexibility
Smart grids
History of Wind Energy
Wind Meteorology
The Physics of Wind Resources
Site Selection
Wind Resource Measurement Campaign
Wind resource
Practical exercise. Descriptive statistical analysis of wind resources. Windographer program
Wind Turbines (I)
Wind Turbines (II)
Wind Turbines (III)
WASP program. Data analysis model (WASP Climate Analyst)
WASP program. Topographic terrain modeling (WASP map editor)
Exercise. Power curve and thrust coefficient
WASP program. Power simulation (I)
WASP program. Power simulation (II)
Wind Farm Construction Project
Wind Farm Electrical Power Facilities and Installations
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Credits: 60 ECTS
Industry, Energy, and the Environment 
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60 ECTS