University of Limerick

Energy Efficient Buildings: Modelling and Design

CE4028

Iowa State Course Substitution

Engineering Topic Elective

CE

Course Info

International Credits: 6.0
Converted Credits: 3.5
Country: Ireland
Language: English
Course Description:
Building energy design is now a primary driver of overall building design. Understanding building energy physics is now essential for all design team members. Aims and objectives: Train students how to design and model energy-efficient buildings; Equip students with the knowledge required to quantify the energy-efficiency of preliminary designs and propose building and material design modifications; predict thermal performance within building zones; understand how building design, occupancy and use interacts with thermal energy systems, solar irradiance and weather conditions as well as their effect on human comfort and energy consumption.

Review

Evaluated Date:
February 13, 2025
Evaluated:
Jing Dong-O'Brien
Expiration Date:
February 19, 2030