Engineers must update their knowledge of new building techniques. In this Advanced master’s degree we give you the keys to Energy Efficiency in the Construction of Buildings, in an intensive and complete training”

The Advanced master’s degree in Energy Efficiency in the Construction of Buildings covers the complete range of issues involved in this field, both in the residential and tertiary sectors, and in the field of intervention in existing buildings as well as in new construction. Its study has a clear advantage over other programs that focus on specific blocks, which prevents the student from knowing the interrelationship with other areas included in the multidisciplinary field of energy efficiency and sustainability in the construction of buildings.

This program has been designed to provide superior information on Energy Efficiency in the Construction of Buildings. Therefore, at the end of the course, the student will be able to analyze the possible measures to develop a rehabilitation and energy efficiency project based on the experience of singular works and success cases presented in this specialization, where they will be able to analyze the different options of intervention in the energy field regarding materials, systems and installations of high energy performance.

Likewise, they will have acquired a solid knowledge of the rules and regulations to be applied in relation to energy efficiency and sustainability in the construction of buildings. And they will be able to master the knowledge of energy, bioclimatic architecture, renewable energies and building installations, such as electrical, thermal, lighting and control.

Throughout this program, the students will go through all the current approaches to the different challenges of their profession. A high-level step that will become a process of improvement, not only on a professional level, but also on a personal level. Additionally, at TECH we have a social commitment: to help highly qualified professionals to specialize and to develop their personal, social and professional skills throughout the course of their studies.  

This AAdvanced master’s degree is designed to provide access to the specific knowledge of this discipline in an intensive and practical way. A great value for any professional. In addition, as it is a 100% online modality, the student decides where and when to study. Without the restrictions of fixed timetables or having to move between classrooms, this course can be combined with work and family life. 

The use of renewable energy provides social, economic and environmental improvements and its implementation in buildings is essential. What are you waiting for to enroll and learn this at TECH?”

This Advanced master’s degree in Energy Efficiency in the Construction of Buildings contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The latest technology in e-learning software
• Intensely visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents that are easy to assimilate and understand
• Practical case studies presented by practising experts
• State-of-the-art interactive video systems
• Teaching supported by telepractice
• Continuous updating and recycling systems
• Self-regulated learning: full compatibility with other occupations 
• Practical exercises for self-assessment and learning verification
• Support groups and educational synergies: Questions to the expert, discussion forums and knowledge
• Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Supplementary documentation databases are permanently available, even after the program

A program created for professionals who aspire to excellence and that will allow them to acquire new skills and strategies in a smooth and effective way” 

Our teaching staff is made up of working professionals. In this way, TECH makes sure to offer the student the academic updating objective it intends. A multidisciplinary team of trained and experienced professionals in different environments, who will develop the theoretical knowledge efficiently, but, above all, will put at the service of the program practical knowledge derived from their own experience.   

This command of the subject is complemented by the effectiveness of the methodological design of this Grand Master. Developed by a multidisciplinary team of e-learning experts, it integrates the latest advances in educational technology. In this way, the student will be able to study with a range of convenient and versatile multimedia tools.  

The design of this program is based on Problem-Based Learning, an approach that conceives learning as a highly practical process. To achieve this remotely, we will use telepractice. With the help of an innovative interactive video system and Learning from an Expert.

A high-level scientific program, supported by advanced technological development and the teaching experience of the best professionals"

A deep and comprehensive dive into the most important energy saving strategies and approaches"

The contents of this program have been developed by different professors with a clear purpose: to ensure that our students acquire each and every one of the skills necessary to become true experts in this subject. The content of this Grand Master’s Degree enables you to learn all aspects of the different disciplines involved in this field. A complete and well-structured program that will take you to the highest standards of quality and success.

Through a very well compartmentalized development, you will be able to access the most advanced knowledge of the moment in Energy Efficiency”

Module 1. Energy Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings

1.1. Methodology

1.1.1. Main Concepts
1.1.2. Establishment of Building Categories
1.1.3. Analysis of Construction Pathologies
1.1.4. Analysis of the Objectives of the Regulations

1.2. Study of Pathologies of Foundations of Existing Buildings

1.2.1. Data Collection
1.2.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.2.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.2.4. Technical Regulations

1.3. Study of Roof Pathologies in Existing Buildings

1.3.1. Data Collection
1.3.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.3.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.3.4. Technical Regulations

1.4. Studies of Pathologies of Facades of Existing Buildings

1.4.1. Data Collection
1.4.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.4.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.4.4. Technical Regulations

1.5. Studies of Pathologies of Exterior Floor Slabs of Existing Buildings

1.5.1. Data Collection
1.5.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.5.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.5.4. Technical Regulations

1.6. Studies of Pathologies of Carpentry and Glazing in Existing Buildings

1.6.1. Data Collection
1.6.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.6.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.6.4. Technical Regulations

1.7. Analysis of Existing Building Installations

1.7.1. Data Collection
1.7.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.7.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.7.4. Technical Regulations

1.8. Study of Energy Rehabilitation Interventions in Historic Buildings

1.8.1. Data Collection
1.8.2. Analysis and Evaluation
1.8.3. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions
1.8.4. Technical Regulations

1.9. Economic Study of Energy Rehabilitation

1.9.1. Cost Analysis
1.9.2. Time Analysis
1.9.3. Specialization of the Works
1.9.4. Guarantees and Specific Tests

1.10. Evaluation of Appropriate Intervention and Alternatives

1.10.1. Analysis of the Different Intervention Options
1.10.2. Cost Analysis Based on Amortization
1.10.3. Target Selection
1.10.4. Final Assessment of the Selected Intervention

Module 2. Energy Efficiency in New Buildings

2.1. Methodology

2.1.1. Establishment of Building Categories
2.1.2. Analysis of Construction Solutions
2.1.3. Analysis of the Objectives of the Regulations
2.1.4. Elaboration of the Cost of the Intervention Proposals

2.2. Foundation Studies for New Construction

2.2.1. Type of Action
2.2.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.2.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.2.4. Technical Regulations

2.3. Studies of New Construction Roofs

2.3.1. Type of Action
2.3.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.3.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.3.4. Technical Regulations

2.4. Studies of New Building Facades

2.4.1. Type of Action
2.4.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.4.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.4.4. Technical Regulations

2.5. External Floor Slab Studies for New Buildings

2.5.1. Type of Action
2.5.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.5.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.5.4. Technical Regulations

2.6. Studies of Carpentry and Glazing of New Buildings

2.6.1. Type of Action
2.6.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.6.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.6.4. Technical Regulations

2.7. Analysis of New Construction Installations

2.7.1. Type of Action
2.7.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.7.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.7.4. Technical Regulations

2.8. Studies and Options for Energy Efficiency Measures in Singular Buildings

2.8.1. Type of Action
2.8.2. Analysis and Evaluation
2.8.3. Intervention Proposals and Conclusions
2.8.4. Technical Regulations

2.9. Economic Study of the Different Alternatives for Energy Saving in New Buildings

2.9.1. Cost Analysis
2.9.2. Time Analysis
2.9.3. Specialization of the Works
2.9.4. Guarantees and Specific Tests

2.10. Evaluation of the Appropriate Solution and Alternatives

2.10.1. Analysis of the Different Intervention Options
2.10.2. Cost Analysis on a Depreciation Basis
2.10.3. Target Selection
2.10.4. Final Assessment of the Selected Intervention

Module 3. Energy Efficiency in the Envelope

3.1. Main Concepts

3.1.1. Materials
3.1.2. Thicknesses
3.1.3. Conductivity
3.1.4. Transmittance

3.2. Foundation Insulation

3.2.1. Materials
3.2.2. Layout
3.2.3. Technical Justifications
3.2.4. Innovation Solutions

3.3. Facade Insulation

3.3.1. Materials
3.3.2. Layout
3.3.3. Technical Justifications
3.3.4. Innovation Solutions

3.4. Roof Insulation

3.4.1. Materials
3.4.2. Layout
3.4.3. Technical Justifications
3.4.4. Innovation Solutions

3.5. Floor Slab Insulation: Floors

3.5.1. Materials
3.5.2. Layout
3.5.3. Technical Justifications
3.5.4. Innovation Solutions

3.6. Floor Slab Insulation: Ceilings

3.6.1. Materials
3.6.2. Layout
3.6.3. Technical Justifications
3.6.4. Innovation Solutions

3.7. Basement Wall Insulation

3.7.1. Materials
3.7.2. Layout
3.7.3. Technical Justifications
3.7.4. Innovation Solutions

3.8. Installation Skids Vs. Chimneys

3.8.1. Materials
3.8.2. Layout
3.8.3. Technical Justifications
3.8.4. Innovation Solutions

3.9. Envelope in Prefabricated Buildings

3.9.1. Materials
3.9.2. Layout
3.9.3. Technical Justifications
3.9.4. Innovation Solutions

3.10. Innovation Solutions

3.10.1. Thermography Analysis
3.10.2. Thermography According to Layout
3.10.3. Development of Thermographic Analysis
3.10.4. Solutions to be Implemented

Module 4. Energy Savings in Windows and Glazing

4.1. Types of Joinery

4.1.1. Single Material Solutions
4.1.2. Mixed Solutions
4.1.3. Technical Justifications
4.1.4. Innovation Solutions

4.2. Transmittance

4.2.1. Definition
4.2.2. Regulations
4.2.3. Technical Justifications
4.2.4. Innovation Solutions

4.3. Air Permeability

4.3.1. Definition
4.3.2. Regulations
4.3.3. Technical Justifications
4.3.4. Innovation Solutions

4.4. Water Tightness

4.4.1. Definition
4.4.2. Regulations
4.4.3. Technical Justifications
4.4.4. Innovation Solutions

4.5. Wind Resistance

4.5.1. Definition
4.5.2. Regulations
4.5.3. Technical Justifications
4.5.4. Innovation Solutions

4.6. Types of Glasses

4.6.1. Definition
4.6.2. Regulations
4.6.3. Technical Justifications
4.6.4. Innovation Solutions

4.7. Glass Composition

4.7.1. Definition
4.7.2. Regulations
4.7.3. Technical Justifications
4.7.4. Innovation Solutions

4.8. Solar Shading

4.8.1. Definition
4.8.2. Regulations
4.8.3. Technical Justifications
4.8.4. Innovation Solutions

4.9. High Energy Performance Joinery

4.9.1. Definition
4.9.2. Regulations
4.9.3. Technical Justifications
4.9.4. Innovation Solutions

4.10. High Energy Performance Glasses

4.10.1. Definition
4.10.2. Regulations
4.10.3. Technical Justifications
4.10.4. Innovation Solutions

Module 5. Energy Savings in Thermal Bridges

5.1. Main Concepts

5.1.1. Definition
5.1.2. Regulations
5.1.3. Technical Justifications
5.1.4. Innovation Solutions

5.2. Constructive Thermal Bridges

5.2.1. Definition
5.2.2. Regulations
5.2.3. Technical Justifications
5.2.4. Innovation Solutions

5.3. Geometric Thermal Bridges

5.3.1. Definition
5.3.2. Regulations
5.3.3. Technical Justifications
5.3.4. Innovation Solutions

5.4. Thermal Bridges due to Material Change

5.4.1. Definition
5.4.2. Regulations
5.4.3. Technical Justifications
5.4.4. Innovation Solutions

5.5. Analysis of Singular Thermal Bridges: The Window

5.5.1. Definition
5.5.2. Regulations
5.5.3. Technical Justifications
5.5.4. Innovation Solutions

5.6. Analysis of Singular Thermal Bridges: Capialization

5.6.1. Definition
5.6.2. Regulations
5.6.3. Technical Justifications
5.6.4. Innovation Solutions

5.7. Analysis of Singular Thermal Bridges: The Abutment

5.7.1. Definition
5.7.2. Regulations
5.7.3. Technical Justifications
5.7.4. Innovation Solutions

5.8. Analysis of Singular Thermal Bridges: The Floor Slab

5.8.1. Definition
5.8.2. Regulations
5.8.3. Technical Justifications
5.8.4. Innovation Solutions

5.9. Thermal Bridge Analysis with Thermography

5.9.1. Thermographic Equipment
5.9.2. Work Conditions
5.9.3. Detection of Encounters to be Corrected
5.9.4. Thermography in the Solution

5.10. Thermal Bridge Calculation Tools

5.10.1. Therm
5.10.2. Cypetherm He Plus
5.10.3. Flixo
5.10.4. Case Study 1

Module 6. Energy Savings in Airtightness

6.1. Main Concepts

6.1.1. Definition of Airtightness vs. Watertightness:
6.1.2. Regulations
6.1.3. Technical Justifications
6.1.4. Innovation Solutions

6.2. Control of Airtightness in the Enclosure

6.2.1. Location
6.2.2. Regulations
6.2.3. Technical Justifications
6.2.4. Innovation Solutions

6.3. Tightness Control in Installations

6.3.1. Location
6.3.2. Regulations
6.3.3. Technical Justifications
6.3.4. Innovation Solutions

6.4. Pathologies

6.4.1. Condensations
6.4.2. Moisture
6.4.3. Energy Consumption
6.4.4. Low Comfort

6.5. Comfort

6.5.1. Definition
6.5.2. Regulations
6.5.3. Technical Justifications
6.5.4. Innovation Solutions

6.6. Indoor Air Quality

6.6.1. Definition
6.6.2. Regulations
6.6.3. Technical Justifications
6.6.4. Innovation Solutions

6.7. Noise Protection

6.7.1. Definition
6.7.2. Regulations
6.7.3. Technical Justifications
6.7.4. Innovation Solutions

6.8. Tightness Test: Thermography

6.8.1. Thermographic Equipment
6.8.2. Work Conditions
6.8.3. Detection of Encounters to be Corrected
6.8.4. Thermography in the Solution

6.9. Smoke Testing

6.9.1. Smoke Test Equipment
6.9.2. Work Conditions
6.9.3. Detection of Encounters to be Corrected
6.9.4. Smoke Test in the Solution

6.10. Blower Door Test Essay

6.10.1. Blower Door Test Equipment
6.10.2. Work Conditions
6.10.3. Detection of Encounters to be Corrected
6.10.4. Blower-Door Test in the Solution

Module 7. Energy Saving in Facilities

7.1. Air Conditioning Installations

7.1.1. Definition
7.1.2. Regulations
7.1.3. Technical Justifications
7.1.4. Innovation Solutions

7.2. Aerothermal Power

7.2.1. Definition
7.2.2. Regulations
7.2.3. Technical Justifications
7.2.4. Innovation Solutions

7.3. Ventilation with Heat Recovery

7.3.1. Definition
7.3.2. Regulations
7.3.3. Technical Justifications
7.3.4. Innovation Solutions

7.4. Selection of Energy-Efficient Boilers and Pumps

7.4.1. Definition
7.4.2. Regulations7.4.3. Technical Justifications
7.4.4. Innovation Solutions

7.5. Air Conditioning Alternatives: Floor/Ceilings

7.5.1. Definition
7.5.2. Regulations
7.5.3. Technical Justifications
7.5.4. Innovation Solutions

7.6. Free Cooling by External Air

7.6.1. Definition
7.6.2. Regulations
7.6.3. Technical Justifications
7.6.4. Innovation Solutions

7.7. Lighting and Transport Equipment

7.7.1. Definition
7.7.2. Regulations
7.7.3. Technical Justifications
7.7.4. Innovation Solutions

7.8. Solar Thermal Production

7.8.1. Definition
7.8.2. Regulations
7.8.3. Technical Justifications
7.8.4. Innovation Solutions

7.9. Solar Photovoltaic Production

7.9.1. Definition
7.9.2. Regulations
7.9.3. Technical Justifications
7.9.4. Innovation Solutions

7.10. Control Systems: Home Automation and Best Management System (BMS)

7.10.1. Definition
7.10.2. Regulations
7.10.3. Technical Justifications
7.10.4. Innovation Solutions

Module 8. Building Energy Simulation Tools and Regulations

8.1. Current Regulations: New Technical Code CTE 2019

8.1.1. Definition
8.1.2. Regulations
8.1.3. Existing Buildings Vs. Newly Constructed Buildings
8.1.4. Competent Technicians for Energy Certification
8.1.5. Register of Energy Certificates

8.2. Differences Between CTE 2019 and CTE 2013

8.2.1. He-0 Limitation of Energy Consumption
8.2.2. He-1 Conditions for the Control of the Energy Demand
8.2.3. He-3 Lighting Installation Conditions
8.2.4. He-4 Minimum Contribution of Renewable Energy to Cover Domestic Hot Water Demand
8.2.5. He-5 Minimum Electric Power Generation

8.3. Unified Energy Certification Tool Lider-Calener

8.3.1. HULC Tool
8.3.2. Installation.
8.3.3. Settings
8.3.4. Scope
8.3.5. Example of Certification with Unified Tool Lider-Calener

8.4. ce3x Energy Certification Program

8.4.1. ce3x Program
8.4.2. Installation.
8.4.3. Settings
8.4.4. Scope

8.5. ce3 Energy Certification Program

8.5.1. ce3 Program
8.5.2. Installation.
8.5.3. Settings
8.5.4. Scope

8.6. CERMA Energy Certification Program

8.6.1. Cerma Program
8.6.2. Installation.
8.6.3. Settings
8.6.4. Scope

8.7. Cypetherm 2020 Energy Certification Program

8.7.1. Cypetherm Program
8.7.2. Installation.
8.7.3. Settings
8.7.4. Scope

8.8. sg save Energy Certification Program

8.8.1. sg save Program
8.8.2. Installation.
8.8.3. Settings
8.8.4. Scope

8.9. Practical Example of Energy Certification with Simplified C3X Procedure for an Existing Building

8.9.1. Building Location
8.9.2. Description of the Building Envelope
8.9.3. Description of the Systems
8.9.4. Energy Consumption Analysis

8.10. Practical Example of Energy Certification with the Lider - Calener Unified Tool for a New Construction Building

8.10.1. Building Location
8.10.2. Description of the Building Envelope
8.10.3. Description of the Systems
8.10.4. Energy Consumption Analysis

Module 9. Energy in the Construction of Buildings 

9.1. Energy in Cities

9.1.1. City Energy Behavior
9.1.2. Sustainable Development Goals
9.1.3. Sustainable Development Goal 11 - Sustainable Citizens and Communities

9.2. Less Consumption or Cleaner Energy

9.2.1. The Social Awareness of Clean Energies
9.2.2. Social Responsibility in Energy Usage
9.2.3. Greater Energy Need

9.3. Smart Cities and Buildings

9.3.1. Smart Buildings
9.3.2. Current Situation of Smart Buildings
9.3.3. Smart Building Examples

9.4. Energy Consumption

9.4.1. Building Energy Consumption
9.4.2. Measuring Energy Consumption
9.4.3. Knowing Our Consumption

9.5. Energy Demand

9.5.1. Building Energy Demand
9.5.2. Calculating Energy Demand
9.5.3. Managing Energy Demand

9.6. Efficient Usage of Energy

9.6.1. Responsibility in Energy Usage
9.6.2. Knowing Our Energy System

9.7. Thermal Comfort

9.7.1. The Importance of Thermal Comfort
9.7.2. The Need for Thermal Comfort

9.8. Energy Poverty

9.8.1. Energy Dependence
9.8.2. Current Situation

9.9. Solar Radiation. Climate Zones

9.9.1. Solar Radiation
9.9.2. Hourly Solar Radiation
9.9.3. Effects of Solar Radiation
9.9.4. Climate Zones
9.9.5. The Importance of the Geographic Location of a Building

Module 10. Standards and Regulations

10.1. International Standards

10.1.1. ISO Standards
10.1.2. EN Standards BORRAR
10.1.3. UNE Standards BORRAR

10.2. Building Construction Sustainability Certificates

10.2.1. The Need for Certificates
10.2.2. Certification Procedures
10.2.3. BREEAM, LEED, Green and WELL
10.2.4. PassiveHaus 

10.3. Standards

10.3.1. Industry Foundation Classes (IFC)
10.3.2. Building Information Model (BIM)

10.4. European Directives

10.4.1. Directive 2002/ 91
10.4.2. Directive 2010/ 31
10.4.3. Directive 2012/ 27
10.4.4. Directive 2018/ 844

10.5. Building Energy Certification Procedure

10.5.1. Technical Conditions
10.5.2. Energy Efficiency Label

10.6. Regulation of Thermal Installations in Buildings (RITE)

10.6.1. Objectives
10.6.2. Administration Conditions
10.6.3. Execution Conditions
10.6.4. Maintenance and Inspections
10.6.5. Technical Guides

10.7. Low Voltage Electrotechnical Regulations

10.7.1. Key Application Aspects
10.7.2. Internal Installations
10.7.3. Installations in Publicly Concurred Premises
10.7.4. External Installations
10.7.5. Domotic Installations

10.8. Related Standards Search Engines

10.8.2. Business Entities and Associations

Module 11. Circular Economy

11.1. Circular Economy Tendency

11.1.1. Origin of Circular Economy
11.1.2. Circular Economy Definition
11.1.3. Circular Economy Necessity
11.1.4. Circular Economy as a Strategy

11.2. Circular Economy Features

11.2.1. First Principle: Preserve and Improve
11.2.2. Second Principle: Optomize
11.2.3. Third Principle: Promote
11.2.4. Key Features

11.3. Circular Economy Benefits

11.3.1. Economic Advantages
11.3.2. Social Benefits
11.3.3. Business Benefits
11.3.4. Environmental Benefits

11.4. Life Cycle Analysis

11.4.1. Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) Scope
11.4.2. Stages
11.4.3. Reference Standards
11.4.4. Methodology
11.4.5. Data Science

11.5. Carbon Footprint Calculation

11.5.1. Carbon Footprint
11.5.2. Types of Scope
11.5.3. Methodology
11.5.4. Data Science
11.5.5. Carbon Footprint Calculation

11.6. CO2 Emission Reduction Plans

11.6.1. Improvement Plans: Supplies
11.6.2. Improvement Plans: Demand.
11.6.3. Improvement Plans: Facilities
11.6.4. Improvement Plans: Equipment
11.6.5. Emissions Offsets

11.7. Carbon Footprint Records

11.7.1. Carbon Footprint Records
11.7.2. Requirements Prior to Registration
11.7.3. Documentation
11.7.4. Registration Request

11.8. Good Circular Practices

11.8.1. Methodology BIM
11.8.2. Selecting Material and Equipment
11.8.3. Maintenance
11.8.4. Waste Management
11.8.5. Reusing Material

Module 12. Energy Audit

12.1. The Scope of an Energy Audit

12.1.1. Main Concepts
12.1.2. Objectives
12.1.3. The Scope of an Energy Audit
12.1.4. The Methodology of an Energy Audit

12.2. Energy Diagnosis

12.2.1. Analysis of the Enclosure Vs. Systems and Installations
12.2.2. Consumption Analysis and Energy Accounting
12.2.3. Renewable Energy Proposals 
12.2.4. Proposals for Home Automation, Telemanagement and Automation systems.

12.3. Benefits of an Energy Audit

12.3.1. Energy Consumption and Energy Costs
12.3.2. Environmental Improvement
12.3.3. Improved Competitiveness
12.3.4. Improved Maintenance

12.4. Development Methodology

12.4.1. Previous Documentation Request. Planimetry
12.4.2. Previous Documentation Request. Invoices
12.4.3. Visits to the Building in Operation
12.4.4. Necessary Equipment

12.5. Information Gathering

12.5.1. General Data
12.5.2. Planimetries
12.5.3. Projects. List of Installations
12.5.4. Technical Data Sheets. Energy Invoicing

12.6. Data Collection

12.6.1. Energy Inventory
12.6.2. Construction Aspects
12.6.3. Systems and Installations
12.6.4. Electrical Measurements and Operating Conditions

12.7. Analysis and Evaluation

12.7.1. Envelope Analysis
12.7.2. Analysis of Systems and Installations
12.7.3. Evaluation of Performance Options
12.7.4. Energy Balances and Energy Accounting

12.8. Proposals for Improvement and Conclusions

12.8.1. Energy Supply/Demand
12.8.2. Type of Action to be Taken
12.8.3. Envelope and Systems and Installations
12.8.4. Final Report

12.9. Economic Valuation vs. Scope

12.9.1. Cost of Housing Audit
12.9.2. Cost of Residential Building Audit
12.9.3. Cost of Tertiary Building Audit
12.9.4. Audit Cost of Shopping Center

Module 13. Energy Audits and Certification

13.1. Energy Audit

13.1.1. Energy Diagnosis
13.1.2. Energy Audit
13.1.3. ESE Energy Audits

13.2. Competencies of an Energy Auditor

13.2.1. Personal Attributes
13.2.2. Knowledge and Skills
13.2.3. Skill Acquisition, Maintenance and Improvement
13.2.4. Certifications
13.2.5. List of Energy Service Providers

13.3. Auditing Measurement Tools

13.3.1. Network Analyzer and Clamp Ammeters
13.3.2. Luxmeter
13.3.3. Thermohygrometer
13.3.4. Anemometer
13.3.5. Combustion Analyser
13.3.6. Thermographic Camera
13.3.7. Transmittance Meter

13.4. Análisis de inversiones

13.4.1. Preliminary Considerations
13.4.2. Noise Assessment Criteria
13.4.3. Cost Study
13.4.4. Grants and Subsidies
13.4.5. Recovery Period
13.4.6. Optimal Profitability Level

13.5. Managing Contracts with Energy Services Companies

13.5.2. First Service: Energy Management
13.5.3. Second Service: Maintenance
13.5.4. Third Service: Total Guarantee
13.5.5. Fourth Service: Facility Improvement and Renovation
13.5.6. Fifth Service: Savings and Renewable Energy Investments

13.6. Certification Programs: HULC

13.6.1. HULC Program
13.6.2. Data Prior to Calculation
13.6.3. Practical Case Example: Residencial Case
13.6.4. Practical Case Example: Small Tertiary Case
13.6.5. Practical Case Example: Large Tertiary

13.7. Certification Programs: CE3X

13.7.1. CE3X Program
13.7.2. Data Prior to Calculation
13.7.3. Practical Case Example: Residencial Case
13.7.4. Practical Case Example: Small Tertiary Case
13.7.5. Practical Case Example: Large Tertiary

13.8. Certification Programs: Others

13.8.1. Variety in Energy Calculation Programs Use
13.8.2. Other Certification Programs

Module 14. Bioclimatic Architecture

14.1. Materials Technology and Construction Systems

14.1.1. Bioclimatic Architecture Evolution
14.1.2. Most Used Materials
14.1.3. Constructive Systems
14.1.4. Thermal Bridges

14.2. Enclosures, Walls and Roofs

14.2.1. The Role of Enclosures in Energy Efficiency
14.2.2. Vertical Enclosures and Materials Used
14.2.3. Horizontal Enclosures and Materials Used
14.2.4. Flat Roofs
14.2.5. Sloping Roofs

14.3. Openings, Glazing and Frames

14.3.1. Types of Openings
14.3.2. The Role of Openings in Energy Efficiency
14.3.3. Materials Used

14.4. Solar Protection

14.4.1. Need for Solar Protection
14.4.2. Solar Protection Systems

14.4.2.1. Awnings
14.4.2.2. Slats
14.4.2.3. Overhangs
14.4.2.4. Setbacks
14.4.2.5. Other Protection Systems

14. 5. Bioclimatic Strategy in Summer

14.5.1. The Importance of Utilizing Shade
14.5.2. Bioclimatic Construction Techniques for Summer
14.5.3. Good Building Practices

14.6. Bioclimatic Strategy for Winter

14.6.1. The Importance the Utilizing the Sun
14.6.2. Bioclimatic Construction Techniques for Winter
14.6.3. Construction Examples

14.7. Canadian Wells: Trombe Wall. Vegetable Covers

14.7.1. Other Forms of Energy Utilization
14.7.2. Canadian Wells
14.7.3. Trombe Wall
14.7.4. Vegetable Covers

14.8. The Importance of Building Orientation

14.8.1. The Wind Rose
14.8.2. Building Orientations
14.8.3. Examples of Bad Practices

14.9. Healthy Buildings

14.9.1. Air Quality
14.9.2. Lighting Quality
14.9.3. Thermal Insulation
14.9.4. Acoustic Insulation
14.9.5. Sick Building Syndrome

14.10. Bioclimatic Architecture Examples

14.10.1. International Architecture
14.10.2. Bioclimatic Architecture

Module 15. Renewable Energies 

15.1. Thermal Solar Power

15.1.1. Thermal Solar Power Scope
15.1.2. Thermal Solar Power Systems
15.1.3. Thermal Solar Power Today
15.1.4. Thermal Solar Power Use in Buildings
15.1.5. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.2. Photovoltaic Solar Power

15.2.1. Photovoltaic Solar Power Evolution
15.2.2. Photovoltaic Solar Power Today
15.2.3. Photovoltaic Solar Power Use in Buildings
15.2.4. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.3. Mini Hydraulic Power

15.3.1. Hydraulic Power in Buildings
15.3.2. Hydraulic Power and Microhydraulic Power Today
15.3.3. Practical Applications of Hydraulic Power
15.3.4. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.4. Mini Wind Power

15.4.1. Wind and Micro-Wind Power
15.4.2. Update on Wind and Micro-Wind Power
15.4.3. Practical Applications of Wind Power
15.4.4. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.5. Biomass

15.5.1. Biomass as Renewable Fuel
15.5.2. Types of Biomass Fuel
15.5.3. Oil-Fired Heat Production Systems
15.5.4. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.6. Geothermal

15.6.1. Geothermal Energy
15.6.2. Geothermal Power Systems Today
15.6.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.7. Aerothermal Power

15.7.1. Aerothermal Power in Buildings
15.7.2. Aerothermal Power Systems Today
15.7.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.8. Cogeneration Systems

15.8.1. Cogeneration
15.8.2. Cogeneration Systems in Homes and Buildings
15.8.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

15.9. Biogas in Building

15.9.1. Potentialities
15.9.2. Biodigestors
15.9.3. Integration.

15.10. Self-Consumption

15.10.1. Self-Consumption Application
15.10.2. Self-Consumption Benefits
15.10.3. The Sector Today
15.10.4. Self-Consumption Power Systems in Buildings

Module 16. Electrical Installations

16.1. Electrical Equipment

16.1.1. Classification
16.1.2. Appliance Consumption
16.1.3. Usage Profiles

16.2. Energy Labels

16.2.1. Labeled Products
16.2.2. Label Interpretation
16.2.3. Ecolabels
16.2.4. EPREL Database Product Registration
16.2.5. Estimated Savings

16.3. Individual Measurement Systems

16.3.1. Measuring Power Consumption
16.3.2. Individual Meters
16.3.3. Switchboard Meters
16.3.4. Choosing Devices

16.4. Filters and Capacitor Banks

16.4.1. Differences between Power Factor and Cosine PHI
16.4.2. Harmonics and Distortion Rate
16.4.3. Reactive Energy Compensation
16.4.4. Filter Selection
16.4.5. Capacitor Bank Selection

16.5. Stand-By Consumption

16.5.1. Stand-By Study
16.5.2. Code of Conduct
16.5.3. Stand-By Consumption Estimation
16.5.4. Anti-Stand-By Devices

16.6. Electric Vehicle Recharging

16.6.1. Types of Recharging Points
16.6.2. Potential ITC-BT 52 Diagrams
16.6.3. Provision of Regulatory Infrastructures in Building Construction
16.6.4. Horizontal Property and Installation of Recharging Points

16.7. Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems

16.7.1. UPS Infrastructure
16.7.2. Types of UPS
16.7.3. Features
16.7.4. Applications
16.7.5. UPS Selection

16.8. Electric Meter

16.8.1. Types of Meters
16.8.2. Digital Meter Operation
16.8.3. Use as an Analyzer
16.8.4. Telemetry and Data Mining

16.9. Electric Billing Optimization

16.9.1. Electricity Rates
16.9.2. Types of Low Voltage Consumers
16.9.3. Types of Low Voltage Rates
16.9.4. Power Term and Penalties
16.9.5. Reactive Power Term and Penalties

16.10. Efficient Usage of Energy

16.10.1. Energy Saving Habits
16.10.2. Appliance Energy Saving
16.10.3. Energy Culture in Facility Management

Module 17. Thermal Installations 

17.1. Thermal Installations in Buildings

17.1.1. Idealization of Thermal Installations in Buildings
17.1.2. Thermal Machine Operation
17.1.3. Pipe Insulation
17.1.4. Duct Insulation

17.2. Gas-Fired Heat Production Systems

17.2.1. Gas-Fired Heating Equipment
17.2.2. Components of a Gas Production System
17.2.3. Vacuum Test
17.2.4. Good Practices in Gas Heat Systems

17.3. Oil-Fired Heat Production Systems

17.3.1. Oil-Fired Heating Equipment
17.3.2. Components of an Oil-Fired Heat Production Systems
17.3.3. Good Practices in Oil-Fired Heating Systems

17.4. Oil-Fired Heat Production Systems

17.4.1. Biomass Heating Equipment
17.4.2. Components of a Biomass Heat Production System
17.4.3. The Use of Biomass in the Home
17.4.4. Good Practices in Biomass Production Systems

17.5. Heat Pumps

17.5.1. Heat Pump Equipment
17.5.2. Components of a Heat Pump
17.5.3. Advantages and Disadvantages
17.5.4. Good Practices in Heat Pump Equipment

17.6. Refrigerant Gases

17.6.1. Knowledge of Refrigerant Gases
17.6.2. Types of Refrigerant Gas Classification

17.7. Refrigeration Systems

17.7.1. Cooling Equipment
17.7.2. Typical Installations
17.7.3. Other Refrigeration Installations
17.7.4. Revision and Cleaning of Refrigeration Components

17.8. DHW Systems

17.8.1. Types of DHW Systems
17.8.2. Domestic HVAC Systems
17.8.3. Correct Use of DHW Systems

17.9. DHW Systems

17.9.1. Types of DHW Systems
17.9.2. DHW Systems
17.9.3. Correct Use of DHW Systems

17.10. Maintenance of Thermal Installations

17.10.1. Boiler and Burner Maintenance
17.10.2. Maintenance of Auxiliary Components
17.10.3. Refrigerant Gas Leak Detection
17.10.4. Refrigerant Gas Recovery

Module 18. Lighting installations 

18.1. Light Sources

18.1.1. Lighting Technology

18.1.1.1. Properties of Light
18.1.1.2. Photometry
18.1.1.3. Photometric Measurements
18.1.1.4. Luminaires
18.1.1.5. Auxiliary Electrical Equipment

18.1.2. Traditional Light Sources

18.1.2.1. Incandescent and Halogen
18.1.2.2. High and Low Pressure Sodium Vapor
18.1.2.3. High- and Low-Pressure Mercury Steam
18.1.2.4. Other Technologies: Induction, Xenon

18.2. LED Technology

18.2.1. Principle of Operation
18.2.2. Electrical Characteristics
18.2.3. Advantages and Disadvantages
18.2.4. LED Luminaires. Optical
18.2.5. Auxiliary Equipment. Driver

18.3. Interior Lighting Requirements

18.3.1. Standards and Regulations
18.3.2. Lighting Project
18.3.3. Quality Criteria

18.4. Outdoor Lighting Requirements

18.4.1. Standards and Regulations
18.4.2. Lighting Project
18.4.3. Quality Criteria

18.5. Lighting Calculations with Calculation Software. DIALux

18.5.1. Features
18.5.2. Menus.
18.5.3. Project Design
18.5.4. Obtaining and Interpreting Results

18.6. Lighting Calculations with Calculation Software. EVO

18.6.1. Features
18.6.2. Advantages and Disadvantages
18.6.3. Menus.
18.6.4. Project Design
18.6.5. Obtaining and Interpreting Results

18.7. Energy Efficiency in Lighting

18.7.1. Standards and Regulations
18.7.2. Energy Efficiency Improvement Measures
18.7.3. Integration of Natural Light

18.8. Biodynamic Lighting

18.8.1. Light Pollution
18.8.2. Circadian Rhythms
18.8.3. Harmful Effects

18.9. Calculation of Interior Lighting Projects

18.9.1. Residential Buildings
18.9.2. Business Buildings
18.9.3. Educational Centers
18.9.4. Hospitals
18.9.5. Public Buildings
18.9.6. Industries
18.9.7. Commercial and Exhibition Spaces

18.10. Calculation of Outdoor Lighting Projects

18.10.1. Street and Road Lighting
18.10.2. Facades
18.10.3. Signs and Illuminated Signs

Module 19. Control Installations 

19.1. Home Automation

19.1.1. State-of-the-Art
19.1.2. Standards and Regulations
19.1.3. Equipment
19.1.4. Services
19.1.5. Networks

19.2. Inmotics

19.2.1. Characteristics and Regulations
19.2.2. Building Automation and Control Technologies and Systems
19.2.3. Technical Building Management for Energy Efficiency

19.3. Telemanagement

19.3.1. System Determination
19.3.2. Key Elements
19.3.3. Monitoring Software

19.4. Smart Home

19.4.1. Features
19.4.2. Equipment

19.5. The Internet of Things IoT

19.5.1. Technological Monitoring
19.5.2. Standards
19.5.3. Equipment
19.5.4. Services
19.5.5. Networks

19.6. Telecommunications Installations

19.6.1. Key Infrastructure
19.6.2. Television
19.6.3. Radio
19.6.4. Telephony

19.7. KNX, DALI Protocols

19.7.1. Standardization
19.7.2. Applications
19.7.3. Equipment
19.7.4. Design and Configuration

19.8. IP Networks Wi-Fi Systems

19.8.1. Standards
19.8.2. Features
19.8.3. Design and Configuration

19.9. Bluetooth

19.9.1. Standards
19.9.2. Design and Configuration
19.9.3. Features

19.10. Future Technologies

19.10.1. Zigbee
19.10.2. Programming and Configuration. Python
19.10.3. Big Data

Module 20. International Sustainability, Energy Efficiency and Comfort Certifications

20.1. The Future of Energy Saving in Buildings: Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Certifications.

20.1.1. Sustainability Vs. Energy Efficiency
20.1.2. Evolution of Sustainability
20.1.3. Types of Certifications
20.1.4. The Future of Certifications

20.2. The Leed Certification

20.2.1. Origin of the Standard
20.2.2. Types of Leed Certifications
20.2.3. Levels of Certification
20.2.4. Criteria to be Implemented

20.3. Leed Zero Certification

20.3.1. Origin of the Standard
20.3.2. Leed Zero Resources
20.3.3. Criteria to be Implemented
20.3.4. Zero Energy Buildings

20.4. BREEAM Certification

20.4.1. Origin of the Standard
20.4.2. Types of BREEAM Certifications
20.4.3. Levels of Certification
20.4.4. Criteria to be Implemented

20.5. Green Certification

20.5.1. Origin of the Standard
20.5.2. Types of Green Certifications
20.5.3. Levels of Certification
20.5.4. Criteria to be Implemented

20.6. The Passivhaus Standard and its Application in Nearly Zero/Zero Energy Buildings

20.6.1. Origin of the Standard
20.6.2. Passivhaus Certification Levels
20.6.3. Criteria to be Implemented
20.6.4. Zero Energy Buildings

20.7. The Enerphit Standard and its Application in Nearly Zero/Zero Energy Buildings

20.7.1. Origin of the Standard
20.7.2. EnerPhit Certification Levels
20.7.3. Criteria to be Implemented
20.7.4. Zero Energy Buildings

20.8. The Minergie Standard and its Application in Nearly Zero/Zero Energy Buildings

20.8.1. Origin of the Standard
20.8.2. Minergie Certification Levels
20.8.3. Criteria to be Implemented
20.8.4. Zero Energy Buildings

20.9. The nZEB Standard and its Application in Nearly Zero/Zero Energy Buildings

20.9.1. Origin of the Standard
20.9.2. nZEB Certification Levels
20.9.3. Criteria to be Implemented
20.9.4. Zero Energy Buildings

20.10. WELL Certification

20.10.1. Origin of the Standard
20.10.2. Types of BREEAM Certifications
20.10.3. Levels of Certification
20.10.4. Criteria to be Implemented

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