ENRG08004 2019 Energy Management and Sustainability
Full Title
Energy Management and Sustainability
Transcript Title
Energy Management and Sustain
Code
ENRG08004
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ENRG - Energy
Department
MEMA - Mech and Manufact Eng
Level
08 - Level 8
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Tom OCallaghan
Programme Membership
SG_EMECL_K08 201900 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
Description
This Module includes: Climate Change and associated challenges for sustainability, energy management and standards. Specific topics covered include; Climate Change & Green House Gases, Sustainability and Renewable Energy, Irish Energy Structure, EU/national targets, ISO 50001, SEAI programme in Ireland in terms of Energy Management, Energy Efficiency, , Environment Management /GHG/EPA.
The module is based on existing up-to-date Climate Change published data from UNCCC.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Describe sustainability challenges from Engineering perspective (GHS, fossil fuel dependency trends, Energy Balance)
2.
Describe key features of energy trading including wholesale and retail tariffs for gas and electricity.
3.
Solve/analyse using M&V report of monitoring and verification based on IPMVP internal protocol
4.
Develop understanding of new/emerging smart energy technologies - emphasis on smart grids and renewables/EVs.
5.
Understand ISO 50001 and the structured approach to managing energy (Energy MAP approach).
6.
have a strong and soundly technical appreciation of environmental management including role of EPA as statuary body Waste Management/Industrial Emissions Directive licensing from EPA.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
- Weekly lectures coupled with major assignment on energy/sustainability.
Module Assessment Strategies
The assessment includes both final written exam and industry based assignments looking at sustainable energy with emphasis on Renewable, Energy Efficiency technologies and Carbon management/assessment.
Indicative Syllabus
Sustainability:
- Introduction to Climate Change and GHG.
- EU and Ireland targets and performance.
- Energy Balance (Energy Input/Output at national level and by sector/use e.g. transport, thermal, electricity)
- Renewable Energy utilisation and developments on onshore/offshore wind industry.
- Ireland dependency on fossil fuels.
Energy/Environment Management:
- Structured approach to Energy Management including Energy MAP, ISO 50001 Energy Management standard
- Emerging technologies/Smart Grids.
- Wholesale Pool trading and understanding industrial gas/electricity tariffs
- Environmental and Waste management legislation for compliance including EPA Waste Permits/IED licencing for industrial sites.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
30 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
70 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assignment | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 30 % | Week 10 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Written assessment based on examination | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 70 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Theory lecture | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
|
Authors |
Title |
Publishers |
Year |
|
Barney L. Capehart |
Guide to Energy Management, Fourth Edition |
Fairmont Press |
2010 |
Other Resources
Course Material will be provided for each lecture.
Additional Information
Sustainability and Energy are key for Mechanical Engineers and address our professional, societal and ethical responsibilities.