Postgraduate USA-MEMG500-2018

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.

Duration

14 weeks

Student rating

3.56

Study method

Online and other materials

Available loans

FEE-HELP

Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

15 Jul 2019

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Subject details

What you'll learn

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

understand and apply the physical principles underlying energy conversion processes
understand and apply the principles of energy efficiency as applied to thermal processes
identify, plan and implement an energy recovery and energy savings program
understand the energy and associated flows in industry, transport and buildings
conduct energy audits in industry, transport and buildings
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
Study resources
- Instructional methods
  - Discussion forum/Discussion Board
  - Embedded Multimedia
  - Web links
  - Online assignment submission
  - Online Quizzes/Tests
  - Standard Media

Entry requirements

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

Core

USA-MEM-MAS-2018

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 Solutions (15%)
Assignment 2 (40%)
Invigilated Exam (45%)

Textbooks

Current study term (14 Jul 19 to 20 Oct 19)

Click on the titles of the listed books below to find out more:

Energy: Its Use and the Environment

Hinrichs,Roger

Required

Related degrees

postgraduate USA-MEM-MAS-2018

Master of Engineering Engineering Management