TE25630 – Analyse Energy Efficiency
Module code
TE25630
Module title
Analyse Energy Efficiency
Prescription
People credited with this unit standard are able to;
- demonstrate knowledge of energy efficiency as related to industrial, commercial, residential, and domestic installations;
- demonstrate knowledge of non-renewable and renewable energy sources;
- demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis techniques as related to undertaking energy audits;
- gather data for the analysis of energy efficiency; and analyse energy consumption data and
report energy audit results.
Programmes
- BT0101
- TE1101
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
5
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 50
Resources required
- Content
- Element 1
Demonstrate knowledge of energy efficiency as related to industrial, commercial, residential, and domestic installations.
Range - may include but is not limited to - lighting, heating, cooling, communication, processes. Evidence of three is required for one of - buildings, plant, machinery.
Performance criteria
1.1 Energy efficiency is described in general terms, and current methods of energy efficiency improvement in relation to the electrical installations are explained.
1.2 The purpose of energy audits is explained in relation to energy efficiency improvements.
1.3 The Energy Star standard for energy efficiency is explained in accordance with its application in New Zealand.
Range - origin, standing, specifications; appliances, heating and cooling systems, electronic systems, lighting, buildings.
1.4 The International Energy Agency's One Watt Initiative is explained in accordance with industry practice.
1.5 Power management systems are described in accordance with industry practice.
Range - operating costs, noise, energy requirements, cooling.
Element 2
Demonstrate knowledge of non-renewable and renewable energy sources.
Performance criteria
2.1 Renewable energy is defined in accordance with industry practice.
2.2 Three non-renewable energy sources are identified and methods of harnessing these sources of energy are described.
2.3 Three renewable energy sources are identified and methods of harnessing these sources of energy are described.
2.4 Advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy sources versus non-renewable energy sources are explained.
Range - evidence is required for three advantages and three disadvantages of each energy source.
Element 3
Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis techniques as related to undertaking energy audits.
Performance criteria
3.1 Data collection techniques are explained in accordance with industry practice for energy audits.
Range - energy audit plan preparation, energy consumption, data collection and validation.
3.2 Data analysis techniques are explained in accordance with the requirements of the energy audit plan.
Element 4
Gather data for the analysis of energy efficiency.
Performance criteria
4.1 Data are collected, validated, and recorded in accordance with the requirements of the energy audit plan.
Range - requirements include but are not limited to - adherence to sampling rate, timeframes, data collection methods, measuring equipment.
4.2 Checks review the validity of recorded data and corrective action is taken if required.
Range - self-checks, independent checks.
4.3 Data storage and/or disposal methods conform to confidentiality and security requirements.
Element 5
Analyse energy consumption data and report on energy audit results.
Performance criteria
5.1 Data are analysed in accordance with energy audit plan requirements.
Range - requirements may include but are not limited to - recording timeframe, completeness, legibility, accuracy, sustainability, traceability, consistency.
Evidence of four is required.
5.2 Data analysis calculations are verified as correct and meeting energy audit plan requirements, and are recorded in accordance with the energy audit plan.
5.3 Recommendations based on energy audit findings are reported to the customer - Learning and Teaching Resource
- Teaching and Learning Resources:
A full set of resources will be issued for this module including printed course work and assessment materials. These include:
Course workbook
Listed specific texts/library books
Internet references
Manuals/standards documents
Students will also be encouraged to use the library and other resources that can be accessed at Wintec.
