Certificate Program Approval Process
I. Identification
College:
Date: February 12, 2007
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
President/CEO
Chief Academic Officer
Signature
Signature
Date Submitted:
Date Received:
Program Title:
CIP Code:
Energy Management
II. Curriculum Description: (Attach course sequence, new course identification and competencies)
Course Sequence:
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
EMC 100 Introduction to Energy Management
BRX 220 Blueprint Reading for Construction
BRX 120 Blueprint Reading
EMC 124 Commercial Energy Analysis
EMC 110 Energy Conservation Code
EMC 140 Renewable Energy Systems
EMC 120 Residential Energy Analysis
EMC 150 Solar Design and Applications
EMC 130 Sustainable Energy
EMC 198 Energy Management Practicum
New Course Identification and Competencies:
EMC 100 Introduction to Energy Management
Examines the most critical areas of effective energy cost reductions providing the latest strategies for
improving building resource needs. Topics include distributed generation, energy auditing, rate structures,
economic evaluation techniques, lighting efficiency improvements, HVAC optimization, insulation cost
effective measures, control systems, energy systems maintenance and renewable energy.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Describe the need for energy management, the historical use of energy and the design and
initiation of energy management programs.
2. Describe the mechanics of performing and implementing an energy audit process.
3. Analyze rate schedules and costs of various forms of energy for a successful energy management
program.
4. Assess the fundamental methods needed to perform economic evaluations and Life Cycle Costs
of capital investment projects.
5. Describe lighting systems, their components, and suggestions to improve lighting systems.
6. Explain the functions and components of HVAC systems in order to reduce heating and cooling
loads resulting in energy cost reductions.
7. Describe boiler systems and how to evaluate energy management measures to reduce energy
costs.
8. Describe the thermodynamic properties of steam, steam distribution systems, guidelines for
maintenance and concepts of cogeneration for cost-effective applications.
9. Describe control systems and computer applications for energy management.
10. Describe aspects of an effective energy maintenance program to reduce costs, increase
production from a given amount of energy.
11. Describe different types of insulation, knowing how to perform heat-loss gain calculations and
the economic cost-effective benefits for increasing insulation vs. its point of diminishing returns.
12. Explain procedures for process improvement and efficiency improvements in electrical in motors
and electrical systems.
13. Describe alternative energy sources and water management efficiencies.
14. Describe advantages and disadvantages of Distributed Generation (DG) of electricity, economic
motivations for DG and various technologies for DG associated with costs, benefits, and
regulatory factors.
A90
2006 - 2007
EMC 110 Energy Conservation Code
Examines the necessity and benefits of the current energy conservation code adopted by Kentucky. The
course addresses the design of energy-efficient building envelopes and installation of energy efficient systems
resulting in optimal utilization of energy resources in all communities. Appropriate energy management
compliance software will be utilized.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the major topics covered in the energy code.
2. Demonstrate an awareness of the benefits and savings of energy efficient buildings.
3. Describe how energy codes relate to initial building costs, performance and energy savings.
4. Demonstrate residential and commercial energy code use and application.
5. Describe methods and techniques utilized during the design and construction phase to demonstrate
energy code compliance.
6. Explain how professionals and contractors in the building interact with energy codes.
7. Demonstrate the use of appropriate energy compliance software in evaluating a building’s energy
compliance.
EMC 120 Residential Energy Analysis
Examines ways to improve the energy efficiency of a residential building. An emphasis on the building
envelope, lighting, HVAC, motors, appliances, water and electrical system is the scope with a focus on an
owner’s energy management system for energy savings and reductions in operational expenses. Appropriate
residential energy compliance software and residential energy ratings will be used.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. List and describe ways to improve the energy efficiency of a residence.
2. Explain the residential building envelope with regard to energy efficiency.
3. Assess a residential building orientation to maximize energy efficiency.
4. Describe the residential HVAC system to maximize energy efficiency.
5. Describe various forms of residential illumination methods along with advantages and disadvantages
associated with energy efficiency.
6. Describe strategies of residential energy efficiency with respect to locations and types of doors and
windows.
7. Explain the operation of residential hot water heaters and appliances along with their Energy Star rating
benefits.
8. List and describe basic safety with regards to the use of tools, ladders, electrical meters, and scaffolding.
9. Demonstrate the use of appropriate energy compliance software and residential energy rating systems.
EMC 124 Commercial Energy Analysis
Examines ways to improve the energy efficiency of a commercial building. An emphasis on the building
envelope, lighting, HVAC, motors, appliances, water and electrical system and their controls is the scope with
a focus on an owner’s energy management system for energy savings and reductions in operational expenses.
Commercial energy compliance software will be used.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1.
List and describe ways to improve the energy efficiency of a commercial building.
2.
Explain the commercial building envelope with regard to energy efficiency.
3.
Assess a commercial buildings orientation to maximize energy efficiency.
4.
Describe the commercial HVAC systems to maximize energy efficiency.
5.
Describe the various forms of commercial illumination methods along with advantages and
disadvantages associated with energy efficiency.
6.
Describe strategies of energy efficiency with locations and types of doors and windows in commercial
buildings.
7.
Explain the operation of commercial hot water heating systems and their energy efficiencies.
8.
List and describe basic safety with regards to the use of tools, ladders, electrical meters, and scaffolding
used in commercial buildings.
9.
Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate commercial building energy compliance software
system.
A90
2006 - 2007
EMC 130 Sustainable Energy
Examines the sustainability of various energy resources. An overview of energy technology, energy resources,
and emerging future energy technologies coupled with our energy use will bring into context the strengths
and weaknesses of different energy methodologies in developing a working concept of sustainable energy.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Define sustainable energy.
2. Define units of measurements in terms of energy and power.
3. Describe a basic understanding of the physics of heat.
4. Explain how energy systems interact with local, regional and global environments.
5. Describe the basic operation of passive and active solar energy systems and associated sustainability
issues.
6. Describe the basic operation of tidal energy systems and associated sustainability issues.
7. Explain the basic operation of wind energy systems and associated sustainability issues.
8. Describe the basic operation of fossil fuel energy systems and associated sustainability issues.
9. Describe the basic operation of nuclear power energy systems and associated sustainability issues.
10. Explain how renewable energy systems contribute to the sustainability of energy sources.
11. Describe the basic operation of biomass energy systems and associated sustainability issues.
12. Describe the basic operation of hydropower systems and associated sustainability issues.
13. Describe the basic operation of electrical power generation and associated sustainability issues.
14. Categorize the sustainability issues associated with residential and commercial building designs.
EMC 140 Renewable Energy Systems
Examines the need for alternative and renewable energy resources as a survey course providing citizens from
all walks of life an understanding for responsible stewardships of technologies that will contribute to the
sustainability of energy in our present and future societies
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Define renewable energy.
2. Identify and describe different types of renewable energy.
3. Determine costs and tradeoffs of various renewable options.
4. Identify and describe sources of renewable energy and how they are delivered to customers.
5. Identify and describe the impact or renewable energy to the environment and the economy.
6. List and discuss overall issues associated with energy availability, effectiveness, distribution, and
regulation.
EMC 150 Solar Design and Applications
Examines active and passive solar energy designs and applications. Solar hot water heating for domestic use,
solar air systems, new and retrofit solar home designs and solar photovoltaic applications will be explored.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. List and describe the different methods of collecting solar energy.
2. Explain the differences between passive and active types of solar applications.
3. Analyze and interpret solar insolation data, latitudinal charts, and related information to calculate
for solar design applications.
4. Describe various solar collector systems.
5. Explain various reflector and shading systems used in solar applications.
6. Describe the various types of storage mediums for solar applications.
7. Describe applications for solar day lighting.
8. Design a solar domestic hot water system.
9. Design a photovoltaic system for a home.
10. List and describe advantages and disadvantages of net metering verses storage batteries.
A90
2006 - 2007
EMC 198 Energy Management Practicum
Provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student’s educational objectives in energy
management related field. Students participating in the Practicum Educational program do not receive
compensation for their work.
Upon completion of this course, the student can:
1. Complete an energy analysis project assigned by the instructor.
2. Complete an energy related presentation assigned by the instructor.
3. Evaluate an energy related construction project.
III. How was need for this program determined?
Culminating from an energy conservation and efficiency committee of concerned faculty and staff at
Bluegrass Community and Technical College formed in 2005, committee members involved people from the
community to assess if there was a need to create courses and a curriculum addressing energy efficiency,
renewable energy and energy management. The committee concluded that the call to arms to decrease
dependence on foreign oil is felt across the nation and US energy consumption patterns could be due to
change sooner than expected. As demand for energy savings increases, companies already in this sector seek
new ways to exert their firm grasp over renewable energy. With this demand, a skilled worker who is
knowledgeable in energy efficiency and renewable energy is necessary. Very few programs are found
throughout the United States to train such workers. Additionally, in the years ahead, citizens (our students)
will face critical decisions concerning economic, environmental, and sociopolitical issues that affect their lives.
Energy, the agent of change for all processes on Earth, affects all these issues. Through energy education,
educators can empower students and help them make wise decisions concerning these issues.
IV. Collaboration with other institutions (if applicable):
None
V. Catalog Description: (Description of Program as it will appear in the catalog)
Prepares students with an understanding of various forms of renewable and conventional fossil fuel
energies. The field of energy management can be pursued by individuals who would like either to
enhance their present course of study or to embark on a course of study that will provide important
energy management foundations in residential and commercial applications which result in improved
economic, construction, and energy resource efficiencies.
VI. Leads to licensure or certification:
If yes, specify agency and level:
Yes
No
X
VII. Certificate Part of Existing Diploma or Degree Program:
Yes
No X
If yes, identify program:
If no, project average yearly enrollment and completions: 16 students with completion in 2
semesters
VIII. Admissions Requirements
VIII. a. Assessment / Placement Level (Select from chart)
Level I
X Level II
Level III
CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA ASSESSMENT AND PROGRAM PLACEMENT
Reading
Mathematics (Pre-Algebra Domain)
English (Writing)
COMPASS
ASSET
COMPASS
ASSET
COMPASS
ASSET
I
76
40
34
37-38
57
41-42
II
69
37-38
29
36
47
39-40
III
62
35
25
33
32
35
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2006 - 2007
VIII.b. Admission Requirements in addition to Assessment /
Yes
X
No
Placement:
If yes, specify requirements:
Computer Literacy, MTH 065 or higher, ENG 101 or higher; or approval
of energy management program coordinator
IX. Additional resources
required:*
If yes, specify source:
Yes
X
No
Real Goods:
Solar Living Source Book
X. Projected Implementation
Fall 2007
Date:
*COE accredited institutions should also address: a) availability of qualified faculty, b) potential
enrollment, and c) facility and equipment needs.
A90
2006 - 2007