Course Title and Description:
Explore district heating systems for efficient and sustainable urban living. This course focuses on designing and implementing centralized heating solutions that reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of district heating systems.
- Design energy-efficient and sustainable heating networks.
- Apply renewable energy solutions to district heating projects.
- Evaluate economic and environmental impacts of district heating systems.
Course Syllabus Overview (10 Units):
- Introduction to District Heating Systems
- Basics of Heat Generation and Distribution Networks
- Sustainable Energy Sources for District Heating
- Design and Layout of District Heating Networks
- Retrofitting Existing Buildings for District Heating
- Smart Technologies in District Heating Systems
- Policy and Incentives for District Heating Projects
- Financial Planning for District Heating Implementation
- Case Studies: Successful District Heating Projects
- Capstone Project – Designing a District Heating System
