ES 51B
Energy Efficient Buildings


Course Description

A general overview of Energy Efficient Buildings with an emphasis on residential and small commercial buildings is presented in this course. Specific topics to be covered include: energy use in buildings, bioclimatic design, indoor environmental quality, heat transfer concepts, load and energy calculations, HVAC systems and equipment, and natural and artificial lighting. A hands-on lab component will accompany the lecture presentations.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
39078 ES 51B 01Z ······· TBA-TBA Massimo Maniaci ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA

Class Materials: View textbook and/or other materials for this course available at the Bookstore.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-01-06 to 2025-02-14.
Footnote:
E S D051B. 01Z: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in at anytime to do the required weekly coursework. Students must have access to a computer, the internet, and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop com[puter to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and test. Most DeAnza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with information and tips can be found at www.deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.


Course Details

Units
3 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 3
Gen Ed
General Education Class
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
ESL 272. and ESL 273., or ESL 472. and ESL 473., or eligibility for EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.
Prerequisite
E S 71. (may be taken concurrently)
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