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Postgraduate USA-MEMG500-2021

Energy Management for Sustainability

Renew your sustainable energy management skills. Learn the energy use principles and conversion processes powering industry, transport and buildings. Source and apply energy saving methods and unearth alternative, sustainable sources.

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Duration

14 weeks

Study method

100% online

Available loans

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Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Not required

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QS RANKING 2021

17

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

23

  • 2021

Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

  1. understand and apply the physical principles underlying energy conversion processes
  2. understand and apply the principles of energy efficiency as applied to thermal processes
  3. identify, plan and implement an energy recovery and energy savings program
  4. understand the energy and associated flows in industry, transport and buildings
  5. conduct energy audits in industry, transport and buildings
  6. understand, evaluate and ethically apply environmental, social and economic ramifications of different energy scenarios
Topics covered
    • Energy resources, conversion process 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
Entry requirements

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Special requirements

No special requirements

Description

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 this subject 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. You 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.

Assessments

  • Tutorial Work - 2000 words (15%)
  • 2500 words (40%)
  • Invigilated Exam - 3 hours (45%)
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