The Master’s in Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Building Construction is a specialized program designed for industry professionals seeking to lead innovation and optimize the performance of sustainable building projects. This program provides the practical expertise needed to address the challenges of energy and environmental management in buildings. You will master advanced methodologies for the energy and environmental assessment of buildings, applying high-precision calculation and analysis tools. You will design improvement strategies that optimize the energy performance of any building, from its design through its operation, ensuring cost-effective and environmentally friendly energy-saving solutions. You will assess the impact of your decisions on the building’s life cycle, adopting a holistic approach to ensure energy efficiency. You will delve into the energy context, analyzing regulations for new construction (CTE and CEE) and the specific characteristics of existing buildings, including their energy certification. You will study the building envelope, its efficiency, and its direct impact on the health and comfort of occupants. Finally, you will explore energy systems such as HVAC and DHW to optimize them and transform the performance of real estate assets.
Objectives
• You will analyze the global energy context and the processes for optimizing energy performance in buildings, covering both new construction (CTE and CEE) and existing buildings. • You will apply advanced tools to calculate and study the energy performance of buildings, mastering energy consumption assessment methodologies. • You will develop methodologies for conducting comprehensive energy audits and energy certification of existing buildings. • You will design intervention strategies to optimize the efficiency and sustainability of the building envelope, improving the comfort and health of occupants. • You will manage energy and environmental certification projects (LEED, BREEAM), ensuring compliance with international standards. • You will evaluate the impact of energy systems (HVAC and DHW) on the building’s overall performance, identifying opportunities for improvement. • You will integrate a comprehensive view of the life cycle of building projects—from conception to operation—to inform strategic decisions. • You will lead the implementation of innovative sustainability solutions in building design, transforming the performance of real estate assets.
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 for Building Energy Efficiency
U.S. Regulatory Framework, ASHRAE Standards
Introduction to the CTE and Energy Certification
The CTE: Basic Habitability Requirements
The CTE: Basic Energy-Saving Requirements
Energy Certification
Documents Accepted for Energy Certification and the List of Applicable Regulations
The Energy Audit
Energy Audit. Phase 1. Analysis of the Current Situation
Energy Audit. Phase 2. Proposals and Economic Analysis
European Standards. UNE-EN_16247-1,2,3,4:2012 Series
ASHRAE Level II Energy Audit
Existing Buildings. Energy Certification
The CE3X Program: Defining the Envelope
The CE3X Program: Definition of the Systems
The CE3X Program: Results and Improvement Measures
Case Study.
Building Energy Efficiency. Physical Concepts I
Building Energy Efficiency. Physical Concepts II
Bioclimatic Strategies
Psychometric Diagram
Bioclimatic Diagram
Envelope Elements
Envelope Characteristics
Sunscreen
Thermal bridges
THERM, thermal bridge calculation software
Heat Transfer. Heat Balance
Water Infiltration and Ventilation Through the Building Envelope
Building Envelopes in Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings
Energy-Efficiency Retrofit of the Building Envelope
Examples
Thermal comfort
Acoustic and Lighting Comfort
Natural Lighting
Natural Ventilation
Preventing Condensation
Introduction to HVAC Systems
Primary loop
Secondary loop
Heating and Cooling
Transport Fluid and Terminal Units
Aerothermal Energy: Concept and Characteristics
Geothermal Heating. Design and Calculations
Geothermal Energy: Concept and Characteristics
Geothermal Energy: Design and Calculations
Comparative Study
Introduction to Ventilation
Ventilation Systems in Residential Buildings
Ventilation in Commercial Buildings
Primary Air Conditioners
Ventilation Systems: Design and Calculations
Introduction
Demand Assessment
Residential Buildings: Design and Calculations
Commercial Buildings: Design and Calculations
Case Study
Concepts and Regulations
Energy-Efficient Technology in Lamps and Light Fixtures
Efficient Technology in Equipment and Control
Lighting Audit
Design Criteria and Recommendations
Introduction
Control Systems
Control signals. Sensors
Control Signals. Actuators
Control Systems. Controllers
Control signals. Gateways
Control Signals. Measurement and Monitoring
Management Systems
Advanced Management Systems
System Integration
ISO 50001 and Directive 2012/27/EU
The Electricity Market, Tariff System
Financial Management in Energy Projects
Energy Service Companies (ESCOs)
Principles of Solar Thermal Energy
Resource Assessment
Low-Temperature Solar Energy
Solar Cooling
Concentrating solar power plant
Photovoltaic Effect
Components of a photovoltaic system
Current State of Technology and the Market
Design and Calculation of Photovoltaic Systems
Regulations and Standards
Resource Assessment
Description of the Technology
Sizing and Calculation of Energy Produced
Small-scale wind power installations in urban areas
The Economics and Environmental Impact of Wind Power
Biomass Utilization
Energy Utilization
Use in Construction
Systems and Equipment
District Power Plants
Energy Balance in a Building
The interface for entering geometry. HE1 verification
Energy Systems, Management, and Control
Simulation and Analysis of the Results
Simulation for BREEAM and VERDE Energy Certification
HULC and residential buildings
HULC and Gran Terciario (GT) Buildings
Validation of the CTE HE0 Using HULC
Energy Certification with HULC
Case Study
Introduction
Energy Plus Methodology
Building Information, Use, and Location
Analysis of Energy Consumption Results
Simulate a small building and its energy systems
Introduction to the HVAC System
Lighting systems, equipment, and other power-consuming devices
Building and Systems Simulation
Analysis of Energy Consumption Results
Simulate a building and its energy systems
Introduction
Basic Concepts
Website Development
Construction of the building
3D Modeling
Activity Data
Enclosure Specifications
Opening Data
Team Statistics
Lighting Data
HVAC in Detail: Introduction
Geothermal Heat Exchanger Circuit
Heating and Cooling System Circuit with Heat Pumps
Air circuit
Data on Zones and Components
Standard simulation using real data
Fulfillment of EA Credits in LEED
Fulfillment of EA Credits and Comfort in LEED
Natural Lighting (Radiance)
Compliance with Low-Carbon Technology in BREEAM
Session 1: Introduction
Session 2: The Origins and Evolution of the Concept of Sustainability
Session 3: Regulations on Sustainability in Building Construction
Session 4: Basic Concepts of Sustainable Construction I
Session 5: Basic Concepts of Sustainable Construction II
Session 1: Introduction
Session 2: Project Life Cycle
Session 3: Natural Resources
Session 4: The Water Cycle
Session 5: Health and Comfort
Session 1: Introduction
Session 2: Sustainable Materials. Strategies
Session 3: Materials in Environmental Certifications
Session 4: Processes for Improving Sustainability During the Construction Phase I
Session 5: Processes for Improving Sustainability During Construction Phase II
Session 1: Introduction
Session 2: Methodology
Session 3: DAPs
Session 4: LCA Tool for Building Design I
Session 5: LCA Tool for Building Design II
Session 1: Introduction to Sustainable Construction
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Architecture and Construction 
Spanish 
Credits: 60 ECTS
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Spanish
60 ECTS