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Engineering

Practical Energy and Water Conservation

More information on the module on conserving water and energy.

Learn to conserve energy and water

With climate change affecting our natural resources, conserving water and energy is more important than ever. This course will teach you basic ways to save energy and water in your home. You will understand the importance of these measures and how they can make a difference.

Hands-on practice for real-world impact

You will get practical experience using auditing tools and equipment to implement water-saving strategies in realistic projects. These hands-on activities will help you apply what you learn in real-life scenarios. You can further your knowledge in Higher Nitec in Facilities Management & Engineering.

Learning outcomes

Become an energy and water conservation expert

By the end of this module, you will know how to study energy and water use in homes using special auditing tools. You will learn to spot areas where resources are wasted and identify opportunities for saving. This knowledge is key to making a positive impact on the environment.

Put conservation strategies into action

You will gain the skills to implement basic strategies for conserving energy and water. These practical techniques will help you reduce consumption in residential settings. With your new abilities, you will be ready to make homes more efficient and eco-friendly.

Module outline

More information on the module outline

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Module outline

1

Implement energy conservation measures in residential premises

  • Describe the power generation and energy usage in Singapore.

  • List the key energy consuming equipment in residential premises.

  • Explain the process of an energy audit.

  • Explain the functions of the basic auditing tools and equipment.
    (Lux meter, Power meter, Portable current meter, Temperature and Relative Humidity sensor)

  • Explain the energy conservation opportunities in residential premises.

  • Implement energy conservation measures in a residential unit. (P)

2

Implement water conservation measures in residential premises

  • Explain the different sources of water in Singapore

  • Explain the Water Conservation Strategy in Singapore

  • Describe the methods to determine water consumption pattern in residential premises. (Water Usage Breakdown, Metering, Leak Detection, Water Efficient Products)

  • Explain the water conservation opportunities in residential premises.

  • Implement water conservation measures in a residential unit. (P)

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