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Overview
In this Sustainable Buildings and Green Cities - Summer School at RWTH Aachen University, you explore the energy efficiency of buildings on a micro-level, and consider districts on a macro-level. You learn about building performance simulation and methods for energy supply of buildings. Dive deeper into energy trading and power plant management.
A district from the living lab project SmartQuart serves as a use case. SmartQuarts core technological element is the exchange of energy and intelligent networking within and between the smart districts.
This course is highly interactive and contain a lot of intensive and fun teamwork. Get an insight into Energy Performance of Buildings & Districts with the following hands-on topics:
- Lectures & tutorials
- Exercises
- Dynamic building simulations
- Plant operation simulations
- Micro- and macro level understanding
- Intercultural exchange & social events
The programme fees amount to 2,250 EUR for the two-week summer school programme.
With our all-inclusive package we provide our participants a carefree stay in the charming historic city of Aachen. The program fees of each on-campus program contain for example:
- Accommodation (shared student rooms)
- Breakfast and lunch on weekdays
- A local public transportation ticket
- Broad supporting program
- Personal support from local mentors
- Emergency contact
- Certificate from RWTH Aachen University
Accreditation
After completing this Summer School you earn an RWTH certificate with 3 Credit Points (ECTS) for your outstanding effort.
Programme Structure
Academic content
In this summer school programme, you will explore sustainable energy technologies, especially in the context of buildings. As a participant, you will learn about building performance simulation and methods for energy supply of buildings as well as energy trading and power plant management. The classes cover fundamentals of modelling and simulation to carry out dynamic building simulations. Furthermore, a case study featuring energy efficient technology and a business simulation game featuring energy trading and power plant management enable students to apply their knowledge in a practical manner. Overall, you will reach an understanding of energy efficiency for buildings on a micro-level, and you will also be able to consider connections on a macro-level.
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Audience
Every year we welcome students from all over the world. You can become part of our international student community if you are:
- at least 18 years old
- in your Bachelor's, Master's, in between or recently graduated
- proficient in the English language
Lecturers
The Short course is jointly conducted by the e3D, EBC and the iPE. All three Institutes are part of the RWTH University and are integrated in the SmartQuart Project which is the center of this Summer School. By the end of 2024, SmartQuart will have successfully developed new products and solutions for the planning, construction and operation of energy-optimised districts in Germany.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 14 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
Deadline extended, starting from April 10, 2024.
Remember to sign up well in advance!
Language
English
Credits
3 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Energy Engineering Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy View 13 other Short Courses in Energy Engineering in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Every year we welcome students from all over the world. You can become part of our international student community if you:
- are at least 18 years old
- in your Bachelor's, Master's, in between or recently graduated
- are proficient in the English language
We don’t require an English language proficiency test.
Work experience
Advantage: You study a degree related to our program
Desirable is basic understanding of power generation and power systems, electrochemical systems or electricity systems and its components.
Tuition Fee
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International
1400 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1400 EUR for the full programme during 14 days. -
EU/EEA
1400 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1400 EUR for the full programme during 14 days.
Tuition fees:
1400 EUR
Accommodation, Catering & Social Program:850 EUR
Living costs for Aachen
813 - 1131 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Early Bird Discount: Complete your registration before March 1 and save 225 EUR of the program fee!
Friends & Peers Discount: Convince a friend to participate with you and you both get 335 EUR off the program fee!
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