Course: AEN142 First Term: 2014 Spring
Final Term: Current
Final Term: 2017 Spring
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Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 3.7 Load
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Subject Type: OccupationalLoad Formula: S- Standard |
MCCCD Official Course Competencies | |||
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1. Explain the carbon cycle and its relation to energy management. (I)
2. Describe components of the building envelope. (II) 3. Explain the relation and function of the building envelope components in energy management. (II) 4. Analyze building system components and lighting and establish energy relations and efficiency. (III) 5. Identify the major building electrical systems and discuss routine maintenance practices. (III) 6. Identify building system hardware components and discuss their relation and interaction as they relate to occupant comfort and air quality. (III, IV) 7. Distinguish between energy consuming devices and identify areas for energy reduction through data trend analysis. (III, IV) 8. Examine the areas of operation and maintenance practices resulting in energy conservation and sustainability. (III, IV) 9. Compare and contrast materials of construction and their relation to energy management and carbon footprint. (IV) 10. Demonstrate use of appropriate tools and meters used in building monitoring and maintenance. (IV) 11. Collect building information. (IV) 12. Compose a summary report of findings. (IV) 13. Describe operational methods and material selections leading to improved indoor air quality. (IV, V) | |||
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements. | |||
MCCCD Official Course Outline | |||
I. Carbon Cycle
A. Definition B. Energy Management II. Building Envelope A. Definition B. Components 1. Walls 2. Roof 3. Foundation C. Function 1. Support 2. Moisture Control 3. Temperature Regulation 4. Air Exchange III. Energy Consumption A. Measurement and Data Loggers B. Electrical 1. Systems 2. Maintenance 3. Appliances 4. Lighting C. Energy Relations D. Efficiency E. Goals 1. Sustainability 2. Conservation F. Mechanical Components 1. Identification 2. Functions IV. Air Quality A. Materials 1. Organic 2. Inorganic 3. Vapors and Volatile Emissions B. Air Change 1. Make up Air Benefits and Problems 2. Changes Per Hour 3. Forced or Natural (Intentional or Non-Intentional) C. Building Codes and Indoor Air Quality D. Mechanical Components 1. Identification 2. Functions V. Energy Management A. Components B. Materials of Construction 1. Types 2. Impact C. Evaluation, Monitoring, Maintenance 1. Tools 2. Meters 3. Methods D. Report | |||
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 10, 2013 |