Level: ASQF Level 2
Course Overview
The Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) course offers an exclusive online training experience designed to comprehensively prepare participants for the SREDA Energy Auditor Exam and equip them with advanced knowledge, skills, and practical approaches for professional energy auditing. Delivered by a certified instructor, the course covers both foundational concepts and real-world application of energy audit principles, focusing on energy management, audit techniques, systems operations, and efficiency measures across industrial, commercial, and building sectors.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate clearly the requirements and structure of the SREDA Energy Auditor certification exam.
- Apply major energy auditing methodologies and standards, including ISO 50001 and ISO 50002 frameworks.
- Accurately conduct material and energy balances and implement energy management systems in practical settings.
- Assess and optimize systems like boilers, HVAC, motors, lighting, pumps, and insulation for energy efficiency.
- Prepare, review, and present mock energy audit reports and exam-structured assignments.
- Review key compliance, ethics, and regulations relevant to energy auditing practice.
- Confidently prepare for and succeed in the Energy Auditor certification examination.
Course Structure
Module 1: Fundamentals of Energy Management & Audit
- Introduction to energy and global energy scenario
- Energy management and audit definitions, standards, and best practices
- Material and energy balances
- Overview of ISO 50001:2018 and energy management systems
Module 2: Thermal Systems & Industrial Applications
- Fuels and combustion, boiler and steam system operations
- Industrial furnaces, insulation, refractories, and FBC boilers
- Cogeneration, waste heat recovery, and project management essentials
Module 3: Electrical Systems & Building Services
- Electrical systems and motors
- Compressed air systems, fans, blowers, pumps, and HVAC/refrigeration systems
- Power generation systems (diesel/natural gas), cooling towers, lighting, and building energy efficiency
Module 4: Systems Performance & Professional Skills
- Advanced system analysis: compressed air, lighting, fans, blowers, motors, VSD, HVAC
- Boiler performance assessment, heat exchangers, turbines, and energy conservation practices
- Preparation and presentation of professional energy audit reports and documentation
Training Methodology
- Live interactive Zoom sessions with real-time instructor support
- Recorded session access for self-paced review
- Practical exercises, group discussions, and peer learning
- Case-based workshops on energy audit strategy, planning, and report writing
- Mock tests, assignments, and feedback-driven progress tracking
Assessment Methods
- Module-based assignments focused on energy audit procedures and reporting
- Class participation and practical group activities
- Mock and capstone audit project simulating exam scenarios
- Final written examination aligned with SREDA certification standards
- Case Study Report (Required by AGLAS ASQF Level 2 Certificate)