ES 51B
Energy Efficient Buildings
Course Description
This course provides a general overview of energy-efficient buildings, with a specific emphasis on residential and small commercial buildings. Specific topics include energy efficiency design concepts, heat transfer methods, load and energy calculations, and HVAC system basics.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28980 | ES 51B | 01Z | ······· | TBA-TBA | Massimo Maniaci | ONLINE |
| ······· | TBA-TBA |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
ES 51B 01Z: This class does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in 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 computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382 . The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 3 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
- Weekly Lab Hours: 3
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Pass/Fail Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Prerequisite
- E S D070. (may be taken concurrently) and E S D071. (may be taken concurrently)
- Advisory
- ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.