Basics of energy efficiency in buildingsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

After completing the course, you understand what energy as a quantity means, what things affect the thermal conditions of buildings, know the heat transfer phenomenon and the factors affecting the indoor air conditions of buildings. You have an understanding of the forms of energy used in buildings, and also understand the importance of carbon footprint and circular economy.

Content

What are power and energy?
What are the factors that make up the thermal conditions of buildings, and what are their impact on indoor climate conditions?
What are the forms of energy used in buildings?
What is the role of carbon footprint and circular economy in construction?

Evaluation

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations.
d. choose appropriate models, methods, software and techniques according to the purpose and justify these choices.
c. work as team members in working life expert duties and identify and describe the problems of the professional field.