Why Energy Modelling is necessary?

🌟 Course Title: Mastering Building Energy Modelling & Simulation

Why Enroll in "Why Energy Modelling is Necessary?" 🚀

Embark on a transformative journey with our comprehensive online course, designed to illuminate the critical importance of energy modelling in modern building design. Dr. Sonal Desai, a leading expert in the field, will guide you through the intricacies of building simulation, basics of energy modelling, and its pivotal role in achieving sustainable architecture.

Course Overview: 🎓

• Understanding Energy Modelling: Before diving into complex calculations, we'll explore the 'why' behind energy modelling. This course is crafted to not just teach you how to model but to convey the significance of this process in creating energy-efficient buildings.

• The Nuts and Bolts of Energy Modelling: Get acquainted with the technical terms, simulation requirements, and the fundamental steps involved in the energy modelling process. You'll learn about construction layers, equipment sizing, hourly simulation, and much more.

Course Content Breakdown: 🖥️

Simulation Requirements (Why Energy Modelling is Necessary?)

• Introduction to the necessity of energy modelling in building design.
• Understanding the role it plays in energy efficiency and cost savings.

What is Energy Modelling?

• An overview of the energy modelling process.
• The importance of simulation for predicting energy usage.

Energy Simulation Schematic

• A visual guide to how building simulations are structured.

Key Technical Terms 🗣️

• A glossary of essential terms:
  • Construction & Layers
  • Equipment Sizing
  • Hourly Simulation
  • Input File
  • Output File
  • Parametric/Sensitivity Analysis
  • Schedule
  • Thermal Zone
  • Visualization
  • Weather File

How a Simulation Program Works?

• Insight into the inner workings of simulation engines.

Space Loads / System Loads / Central Plant Loads / Economic Calculations

• Understanding the different types of loads and their impact on building performance.

Data Required for Energy Modeling 📊

• Discover what data is necessary for accurate modelling and where to source it from.

Limitations of Manual Load Calculations 🤔

• Exploring the common errors associated with manual calculations and why they matter.

Simulation Program Outputs 📈

• Analyzing the outputs from simulation programs, including:
  • Input data
  • Building loads
  • Equipment sizing data
  • Energy consumption
  • Life-cycle cost analysis

Simulation Program Output Images and Tables 🖼️

• Visual representations of simulation outputs to better understand the results.

How to Select a Simulation Program 🔍

• Guidelines for choosing the right software for your projects.

Minimum Modeling Capabilities

• Understanding what your model needs to cover for compliance and efficiency.

Role of Energy Simulation in ECBC Compliance (Energy Conservation Building Code) 🏗️

• Learn how energy simulation aligns with the standards set by ECBC.

Proposed Building Vs Standard Building 🕊️

• Comparing proposed designs against standard buildings to highlight savings and efficiency.

Simulation Programs Types

• Overview of various software available for energy modelling.

Popular Simulation Programs and their comparison 🧰

• A comparative analysis of widely-used simulation programs.

Who Should Take This Course? 👨‍💼👩‍💼

This course is tailored for:

• Engineers looking to integrate energy modelling into their design process.
• Consultants seeking to enhance their building design consultancy with energy efficiency expertise.
• Architects aiming to ensure their designs are not only aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally sustainable.
• Energy Managers who wish to adopt energy-efficient practices in building operations and maintenance.

By completing this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to design buildings that are not only compliant with energy conservation standards but also optimize energy use for long-term cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint.

Join us on this enlightening educational journey and become a champion of sustainable building practices! 🌍➡️💥