Module Details
Module Code: |
SERV |
Module Title:
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Building Performance and Services 5
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Title:
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Building Performance and Services 5
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eoin Homan
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Module Author:: |
Sujana Sudhir
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Module Description: |
To examine different processes involved in the energy performance rating of non-domestic buildings. The requirements of non-domestic BERs based on the current EU and Irish legislation
The?aims?of?building services section:?•? To?make?students?aware?of?the?extensive?range?of?energy?efficient?specialized?services?for?modern?buildings?to?improve?overall?building?performance
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Discuss Building energy rating and apply theoretical concepts/calculations underpinning the energy performance of Non-domestic buildings |
LO2 |
Embed energy and performance analysis into the heart of the design process using Integrated environmental assessment tools for non domestic buildings |
LO3 |
Recognise and choose specialised M&E services specific to modern specialised buildings and apply physical and statutory regulations/standards that govern their integration |
LO4 |
Apply graphic conventions to represent the various specialised M&E services specific to larger scale buildings. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Ventilation and air conditioning
• Fundamentals of HVAC • Types of Air conditioning systems and their applications in buildings • Spatial and physical requirements to accommodate a HVAC system in buildings
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Smart buildings/technologies
• Characteristic features of smart buildings and introduction to Structured cabling systems, Direct digital controls, High band width communication infrastructure, Smart metering technologies, Advanced lighting and HVAC controls. • Areas of application for different control systems-time based controls, temperature based controls and lighting controls.
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Security and fire protection
• Intruder alarm systems • Detection devices and sensors • Introduction to fire triangle and fire equipment. • Fire detection and alarm systems • Fire management services, Permanent fire protection building installations
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Energy Assessment Procedures
Energy Ratings of Buildings DEAP (Dwelling energy assessment procedure), NEAP (Non-domestic Energy Assessment Procedure) & use of SBEM, EN 16001 Energy Management, European Energy Manger/ Certified Energy Manager principles
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SBEM
NEAP methodology, Part L structure, collation of data for analysis, utilize SBEM software to assess compliance and energy performance. evaluation of results, analyze software calculation mechanisms and structure,
Legislation National & European legislative environment, EPBD Recast, Cost Optimal Framework, NZEB definitions, SI 666 and accompanying Technical Guidance Document (Part L),
Energy Performance Techniques Overview of energy performance techniques applicable to building technology and energy systems, comparison of different international approaches, study of benchmarks for building industry (NZEB, Passive house, Part L), PHPP Rating system structure, NZEB, Passive house theory and technology, analysis of main pillars of energy performance (heating & cooling load data, climate data, ventilation performance), completion of basic energy modelling using PHPP, software inputs & outputs, evaluation of results
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Project | 60.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 40.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description Exam & CA reassessment in certain coursework elements.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
48 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.33 |
40 |
Project |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.33 |
40 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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DCLG. (2010), SBEM Technical Manua, V3.5.a Ed. SEAI, Ireland.
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DCLG. (2010), SBEM User Guide ROI,, 3.5.b Ed.,. SEAI, Ireland.
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(2013), Passive House Planning Package User Guide, version 8 Ed. PassivHaus, Dramstadt.
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BRE. (2007), SBEM for Non-domestic Buildings, BRE, UK, [ISBN: 1860819575].
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Peter Burberry 1997, Environment and services, Longman Harlow, Essex, England [ISBN: 0-582-24521-4].
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David V. Chadderton, Building Services Engineering,6th edition,2013,ISBN13:978-0-415- 69932-7.
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Randall McMullan, Environmental Science in Building,7th edition,2012,ISBN-13:978-0-230- 29080-8.
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Randall Thomas, Environmental design: an introduction for architects and engineers,3rd Edition,2006.
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BRE Information paper IP 13/08 part 1 2008, An introduction to Intelligent buildings[ISBN: 9781848060777].
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Other Resources |
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CIBSE. A guide to HVAC building services
calculations,2nd edition.
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Data centre structured cabling
guide;Cable express, White paper.
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Technical handbook on non domestic-Fire.
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