INS470 Energy Efficiency Applications in BuildingsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Computer EngineeringGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Computer Engineering
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: INS470
Course Name: Energy Efficiency Applications in Buildings
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğr.Gör. ECEM ŞENTÜRK BERKTAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. ÖZLEM VARDAR
Assoc. Prof. ABDULLAH TOLGA ÖZER
Assoc. Prof. SELİM DÜNDAR
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: At the end of this course students will be able to:

Define energy efficiency, energy saving, energy consumption of buildings and be aware of the goals and efficiency guidelines of Turkey and the rest of the world,
Be aware on energy efficiency applications in construction fields, material selection and usage,
Define energy efficiency applications in wall systems, heat insulation systems, curtain-walls, PVC/wood window and door systems,
Define energy efficiency applications in roof systems, HVAC systems, illumination and automation systems,
Define energy efficiency applications in construction chemicals and green buildings.
Course Content: Introduction to energy efficieny applications in buildings. Definition of energy efficiency, energy saving, energy consumption. Information on energy efficiency guidelines and targets of Turkey and rest of the world. Construction site applications, material selection, recycling, reusing, avoiding usage consepts. Energy efficiency applications in wall systems. Energy efficiency applications in insulation systems. Energy efficiency applications in curtain-wall systems. Energy efficiency applications in PVC/wood window and door systems. Energy efficiency applications in roof systems and green roofs. Energy efficiency applications in construction chemicals. Energy efficiency applications in HVAC systems and heat pumps. Energy efficiency applications in illumination systems and automation. Information on green buildings and certification.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defines energy efficiency, energy saving, energy consumption of buildings and is aware of the goals and efficiency guidelines of Turkey and the rest of the world.
2) Awareness on energy efficiency applications in construction fields, material selection and usage.
3) Defines energy efficiency applications in wall systems, heat insulation systems, curtain-walls, PVC/wood window and door systems.
4) Defines energy efficiency applications in roof systems, HVAC systems, illumination and automation systems.
5) Defines energy efficiency applications in construction chemicals and green buildings.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
2) Guest Speaker's Presentaiton on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
3) Guest Speaker's Presentaiton on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
4) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
5) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
6) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
7) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
8) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
9) MIDTERM
10) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
11) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
12) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
13) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
14) Guest Speaker's Presentation on Energy Efficiency in Buildings

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders veren profesyonellerin sunumları öğrencilerle paylaşılacaktır.
References: Başka kaynak önerilmemektedir.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Information on project management and practices in business life such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development.
2) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
3) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
4) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
5) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
6) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for examination of engineering problems.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information on the effects of engineering applications on health, environment and safety in the universal and social dimensions and the problems of the times; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
11) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Information on project management and practices in business life such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development.
2) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
3) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
4) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
5) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
6) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for examination of engineering problems.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information on the effects of engineering applications on health, environment and safety in the universal and social dimensions and the problems of the times; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
11) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 8 112
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 158