Learning outcomes

After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • understand the main ways in which a house loses heat energy

  • carry out basic U-value calculations for windows and insulation materials

  • understand the factors influencing heating system efficiency

  • carry out basic calculations concerning the efficiencies and CO2 emissions of different heating systems

  • carry out basic calculations concerning lighting.

OpenLearn - Energy in buildings
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