Class Details

ES 78
Introduction to Energy Management Systems and Controls

Course Description

This course will describe the most commonly used controls and energy management systems in commercial and institutional applications. Topics will include complex automatic systems for major energy-consuming equipment, as well as simple controls such as occupancy sensors, photocells, and programmable thermostats. Computer-based energy management systems, as well as control systems to reduce peak electrical demand will be discussed. (One out-of-class field trip may be required for this course.)

Class Details

Class Materials: View textbook and/or other materials for this course available at the Bookstore.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-02-03 to 2025-03-28.
Footnote:
ES 78.-50Z: This is an 8-week online class that begins on February 3, 2025 and does not have scheduled weekly coursework. 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

2 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

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.