Module #1 Introduction to Sustainable Energy Systems Overview of the importance of sustainable energy systems, global energy challenges, and the role of energy systems designers.
Module #2 Energy Systems Fundamentals Review of basic energy concepts, energy units, and energy conversion principles.
Module #3 Renewable Energy Sources Introduction to solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass energy sources, including their principles, advantages, and limitations.
Module #4 Energy Storage Technologies Overview of energy storage technologies, including batteries, pumped hydro storage, compressed air energy storage, and other innovative solutions.
Module #5 Energy Efficiency in Buildings Strategies for designing energy-efficient buildings, including insulation, windows, HVAC systems, and lighting.
Module #6 Sustainable Building Materials Introduction to sustainable building materials, including recycled materials, low-carbon concrete, and sustainable wood products.
Module #7 Passive House Design Design principles and strategies for passive houses, including insulation, air tightness, and natural ventilation.
Module #8 Solar Energy System Design Design principles and best practices for solar energy systems, including system sizing, component selection, and installation considerations.
Module #9 Wind Energy System Design Design principles and best practices for wind energy systems, including turbine selection, system sizing, and installation considerations.
Module #10 Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems Design principles and best practices for hybrid renewable energy systems, including system sizing, component selection, and energy storage integration.
Module #11 Energy Systems Simulation and Modeling Introduction to energy systems simulation and modeling tools, including energyPlus, OpenStudio, and TRNSYS.
Module #12 Energy Policy and Regulation Overview of energy policy and regulation, including renewable portfolio standards, net metering, and tax incentives.
Module #13 Energy Economics and Finance Introduction to energy economics and finance, including cost-benefit analysis, levelized cost of energy, and financial incentives.
Module #14 Sustainable Community Planning Strategies for designing sustainable communities, including transportation systems, mixed-use development, and green infrastructure.
Module #15 Energy-Water Nexus The interconnectedness of energy and water systems, including water conservation strategies and water-efficient technologies.
Module #16 Electrification of Transportation The impact of electric vehicles on energy systems, including charging infrastructure, battery technology, and grid integration.
Module #17 Smart Grids and Microgrids The role of smart grids and microgrids in sustainable energy systems, including advanced technologies and control systems.
Module #18 Energy Storage for Grid Resiliency The role of energy storage in enhancing grid resiliency, including system design and operation considerations.
Module #19 Building Energy Management Systems Introduction to building energy management systems, including energy monitoring, control systems, and data analytics.
Module #20 Energy Auditing and Retrofitting Energy auditing principles and best practices, including energy efficiency opportunities, retrofitting strategies, and cost-benefit analysis.
Module #21 Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies for designing sustainable cities, including urban form, transportation systems, and green infrastructure.
Module #22 Rural Energy Access and Development Challenges and opportunities for energy access in rural areas, including off-grid energy systems and community-based renewable energy projects.
Module #23 Climate Change Mitigation Strategies Global climate change mitigation strategies, including carbon pricing, clean energy targets, and sustainable land use practices.
Module #24 Energy Systems Resilience and Adaptation Designing energy systems for resilience and adaptation to climate change, including risk assessment and vulnerability analysis.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Sustainable Energy Systems Design career
