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ES 78
Introduction to Energy Management Systems and Controls

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Course Description

This course will describe the most commonly used controls and energy management systems in commercial and institutional applications. Topics will include complex automatic systems for major energy-consuming equipment, as well as simple controls such as occupancy sensors, photocells, and programmable thermostats. Computer-based energy management systems, as well as control systems to reduce peak electrical demand will be discussed. (One out-of-class field trip may be required for this course.)

Student Learning Outcomes

• Apply and assess the criteria necessary to be successful in the Energy Management Systems and Controls class.
• Demonstrate an understanding of energy efficiency principles, principles of energy management, control system design and a sustainable society utilizing energy management and control systems.

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Course Details

Units

2 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Gen Ed

Non-GE Class

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Transferability

Transferable to CSU only

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory(ies)

ESL 272 and ESL 273, or ESL 472 and ESL 473, or eligibility for EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

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