Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years (1.8.2018-31.7.2020), which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After passing the course the student

-has a fundamental understanding of dynamic energy simulation principles

-has a basic understanding of suitable optimisation methodologies

-has preliminary readiness to do energy investment calculations in the building/HVAC sector

-understands the potential of combined simulation and optimisation in planning

-is able to take more advanced tools for combined simulation and optimisation into use

-is able to independently search for more information on the topic and to exploit this information

Credits: 5

Schedule: 09.09.2020 - 09.12.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Kari Alanne

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Kari Alanne

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Dynamic building energy simulation using the control volume principle and difference method for mathematical solution, basic principles and methodologies of investment calculations and especially building energy investments, some principles of optimisation methodologies, mainly focused on search algorithms and GA, combining simulation and optimisation, homework, teamwork.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Lectures, home exercises, course assignment.

    Assessment criteria: 50% course assignment, 50% exam.

Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Lectures/contact hours         20

    Home exercises                    20

    Course assignment               60

    Course material                   10

    Preparing for exam               20

    Exam                                  3

DETAILS

Study Material
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Course handouts, research paper.

Substitutes for Courses
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Ene-58.4129 Rakennusten energiaoptimointi (Building energy optimization)

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    EEN-E4002           Heating and cooling systems

    EEN-E4003           Ventilation and air conditioning systems

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    7 Affordable and Clean Energy

    11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

    12 Responsible Production and Consumption

FURTHER INFORMATION

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