Advanced Certificate in Energy Efficiency: Frontiers in Sustainability

• Advanced Energy Auditing: This unit will cover the latest techniques and technologies for conducting energy audits in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Students will learn how to identify energy efficiency opportunities, analyze energy data, and develop actionable recommendations for energy savings.
• Building Energy Modeling: This unit will focus on the use of energy modeling software to simulate building performance and evaluate energy-saving measures. Students will learn how to create and calibrate energy models, analyze results, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Renewable Energy Systems: This unit will explore the design, installation, and operation of renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass. Students will learn about the benefits and challenges of renewable energy, as well as the latest trends and innovations in the field.
• Energy Management and Control Systems: This unit will cover the use of automation and control systems to optimize energy use in buildings and industrial processes. Students will learn about the latest technologies and protocols, including Building Automation Systems (BAS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and Demand Response (DR).
• Energy Policy and Regulation: This unit will provide an overview of the policy and regulatory landscape for energy efficiency and renewable energy. Students will learn about the key stakeholders, policies, and programs that influence energy markets and shape the adoption of energy-saving technologies and practices.
• Life Cycle Assessment: This unit will introduce the concept of life cycle assessment (LCA) and its application in evaluating the environmental impact of energy systems. Students will learn how to conduct LCAs, interpret results, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Energy Storage and Grid Integration: This unit will explore the role of energy storage and grid integration in supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency. Students will learn about the latest technologies, including batteries, flywheels, and thermal storage, and their application in grid-connected and off-grid systems.
• Energy and Water Nexus: This unit will examine the interdependence of energy and water systems, including the impact of energy production on water resources and the potential for energy-water efficiency. Students will learn about the opportunities and challenges of integrating energy and water management in