Green and Sustainable Energy for Building

ENGG 8008SEF

Course Guide

ENGG 8008SEF

Course Guide

Green and Sustainable Energy for Building

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Course Coordinator:

Dr Juan Carlos Astudillo Placencia, BSc, PD (UCN-Chile); PhD (HKU)

Course Developer:

Dr Juan Carlos Astudillo Placencia

COMP 2010SED Computing Fundamentals with Java is a two-term, six-credit-unit, 2000-level course within the Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology (BCITH) programme suite and the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH) programme suite. It is a compulsory course for BCITH and BSCICNH. This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of computing and is suitable for students who do not have prior experience in programming. The problem solving aspect of computing will be emphasised. The main focus is to learn an object-oriented programming language (Java) and use it to solve problems. The software development cycle will also be introduced.

Advisory Prerequisite(s)

PUAD 2002AED

Aims

This course provides a comprehensive approach to developing students’ comprehension, critical thinking abilities, and knowledge of optimal strategies for energy conservation and management. Its primary emphasis lies in the effective management of buildings and facilities.

Contents

This course includes the following main topics:

Energy and power
Common sources of energy in contemporary society
Energy exploration, transport, utilisation and conservation
Energy and Environment
Energy efficiency and energy conservation in buildings and facilities
Renewable energy
Energy policies and management strategies
Sustainable energy futures

Learning support

Tutorials

Assessment

The continuous assessment (50%) is composed of one assignment (10%), one test (20%) and one mini-project (20%). There is no written examination for this course. The final examination (50%) is based on a group project.

Online requirement

Students are required to submit their assignment and the project report via the Online Learning Environment (OLE).

Equipment

A PC-compatible computer ready for connecting to the Internet is essential. The minimum configuration of the computer is:

PC with an x86 CPU or equivalent
1GB RAM
Hard disk
Sound card with speakers

You need to be familiar with the basic use of a computer including keyboard, mouse and word processing software. Experience in using email, the Internet and the World Wide Web is also essential.

Equipment and Software

A computer or electronic device capable of connecting to the Internet.

Set book(s)

There are no set books for this course.

Students with disabilities or special educational needs

The audio and visual components of this course may cause difficulties for students with an audio or visual handicap. You are encouraged to seek advice from the Course Coordinator before enrolling on this course.