Become a Certified Energy Manager (CEM): Master Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
What you will learn:
- Understand energy management principles and the role of a CEM in optimizing energy efficiency.
- Master energy auditing methodologies to identify energy-saving opportunities.
- Learn energy accounting, benchmarking, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Conduct financial analysis of energy projects using ROI, payback periods, NPV, and IRR.
- Develop data analysis skills for informed decision-making in energy efficiency projects.
- Optimize electrical systems through power factor correction and load management.
- Implement strategies for lighting efficiency improvements.
- Optimize HVAC systems and utilize thermal energy storage.
- Integrate renewable energy sources (solar, wind, etc.) into energy systems.
- Apply Measurement and Verification (M&V) techniques to calculate energy savings.
- Understand green building certifications and environmental regulations.
- Analyze real-world case studies to apply energy efficiency and sustainability principles.
Description
In today's energy-conscious world, businesses are increasingly seeking professionals with expertise in energy management and sustainability. This comprehensive online course equips you with the in-depth knowledge and practical skills required to become a Certified Energy Manager (CEM). You'll master energy auditing techniques, explore renewable energy solutions, and delve into green building standards, all while gaining the credentials to boost your career prospects.
This program isn't just theory; it's a hands-on journey. Through detailed modules and real-world case studies, you'll learn how to analyze energy consumption, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement effective sustainability strategies. You’ll learn to optimize electrical and HVAC systems, leverage renewable energy technologies, and conduct thorough measurement and verification (M&V) processes. Upon successful completion, you'll receive your official CEM certification, a highly sought-after credential that opens doors to exciting new career paths and increased earning potential.
This course is perfect for energy professionals, engineers, sustainability advocates, and anyone aiming to make a meaningful contribution to a greener future. Develop the expertise to confidently navigate the complex landscape of energy management and elevate your career to new heights. This course covers everything you need to know from implementing energy efficiency strategies to understanding and complying with environmental regulations. Our program is fully prepared to provide you with the skill sets you need to become a recognized leader in the field.
Enroll today and embark on your journey to becoming a highly skilled and certified energy management professional. Transform your career, enhance your sustainability knowledge, and become a catalyst for positive change in the world.
Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Energy Management
This introductory module sets the stage for your CEM journey. You'll explore the course structure, gain a comprehensive overview of energy management principles, understand the CEM certification process, and receive an introduction to the fundamentals of energy auditing. Lectures cover topics such as the introduction to the CEM Certification Course Structure (7:43), an overview of energy management (15:54), a detailed description of the certification process (10:52), and the basics of energy auditing (15:13).
Module 2: Energy Auditing Fundamentals
Module 2 dives into the core principles of energy auditing. You'll master energy accounting methods, learn to establish benchmarks, and conduct comprehensive economic analyses of energy projects. Key topics include energy accounting and benchmarks (20:36), economic analysis of energy projects, including ROI, payback periods, NPV, and IRR (20:52), and data collection and analysis techniques (20:47).
Module 3: Electrical Systems and Efficiency Optimization
This module focuses on optimizing electrical systems for improved efficiency. You'll learn about electrical system basics, power factor correction, load management strategies, and methods for optimizing motor and lighting efficiency. Lectures cover topics such as electrical system basics (17:02), power factor and load management (15:48), motor efficiency and optimization (14:11), and lighting systems efficiency (16:15).
Module 4: HVAC Systems and Thermal Energy Management
Explore the intricacies of HVAC systems and thermal energy management. This module will cover fundamental HVAC system principles, optimization strategies for energy performance, and the utilization of thermal energy storage systems. Lectures include fundamentals of HVAC systems (20:23), optimizing HVAC energy performance (20:21), and thermal energy storage systems (20:12).
Module 5: Renewable Energy Systems
Discover the potential of renewable energy sources. This module provides an overview of renewable energy sources, explores solar photovoltaic and wind energy systems, and teaches you how to effectively integrate renewables into the energy grid. Lectures include an overview of renewable energy sources (15:38), solar photovoltaic systems (15:11), wind energy systems (15:35), and integrating renewables into the grid (15:33).
Module 6: Measurement and Verification (M&V) Techniques
Master the art of Measurement and Verification (M&V). This module covers the principles of M&V, explores tools and technologies for effective M&V, teaches you how to calculate energy savings, and presents a real-world case study. Topics covered include principles of M&V (15:53), tools and technologies for M&V (15:57), calculating energy savings (15:15), and a case study on M&V in industrial applications (15:17).
Module 7: Sustainability in Energy Management
Gain a deep understanding of sustainability principles in energy management. This module explores green building standards and certifications (like LEED and BREEAM), environmental regulations and compliance, and lifecycle analysis for sustainable systems. Lectures include green building standards and certifications (16:24), environmental regulations and compliance (15:35), and lifecycle analysis for sustainable systems (20:39).
Module 8: Industrial Energy Efficiency Case Study
This module provides a practical application of the concepts learned throughout the course through an in-depth case study of energy auditing and efficiency enhancement at a Coca-Cola plant (32:14).