Course Overview

The AGLAS Energy Systems Technician course is designed to equip learners with practical skills and foundational knowledge to assess, install, maintain, and optimize energy systems in small-scale residential, commercial, or industrial structures. The curriculum emphasizes energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and cost-effective solutions tailored to the Bangladeshi context, preparing graduates for immediate entry-level roles in the energy sector.

Course Objectives

Graduates will be able to:

  • Assess total energy losses in existing structures and identify major sources of inefficiency.

  • Identify and evaluate the energy efficiency of major energy-consuming systems and equipment.

  • Install, repair, maintain, modify, and calibrate conventional and alternative (solar, wind, etc.) energy systems.

  • Pinpoint and quantify structural areas of heat and energy loss.

  • Recommend strategies for improved energy efficiency through structural, system, or control modifications.

  • Predict cost savings from implementing energy efficiency strategies.

  • Apply safety and regulatory standards relevant to energy systems in Bangladesh.

Course Structure (Unit-Based)

Unit 1: Introduction to Energy Systems

  • Overview of energy resources in Bangladesh

  • Types of energy systems: conventional (grid, diesel, gas) and alternative (solar, wind, biogas)

  • Energy consumption patterns in residential, commercial, and industrial settings

Unit 2: Energy Audit and Assessment Methodologies

  • Fundamentals of energy efficiency and energy management

  • Step-by-step energy audit process: data collection, analysis, and reporting

  • Use of energy audit instruments (thermometers, wattmeters, IR cameras, etc.)

  • Identification of major energy-consuming systems (lighting, HVAC, motors, appliances)

  • Quantifying and analyzing energy losses in structures

Unit 3: Heat and Energy Loss in Buildings

  • Building envelope: walls, roofs, windows, doors, and insulation

  • Air leakage, thermal bridges, and infiltration

  • Methods to measure and specify heat/energy loss in each area

  • Bangladesh-specific building materials and climate considerations

Unit 4: Energy Systems Installation and Maintenance

  • Electrical systems: basics of wiring, safety, and troubleshooting

  • Installation, repair, and calibration of energy-consuming equipment (motors, pumps, HVAC)

  • Solar PV systems: site assessment, sizing, installation, and maintenance

  • Wind energy basics: small-scale wind turbine installation and maintenance

  • Battery storage and energy management systems

Unit 5: Improving Energy Efficiency

  • Mechanisms for efficiency improvement: retrofits, equipment upgrades, automation, and control strategies

  • Building automation and programmable controllers

  • Cost-benefit analysis of energy efficiency measures

  • Predicting and calculating cost savings from efficiency strategies

Unit 6: Energy Systems Safety, Standards, and Regulations

  • Electrical and mechanical safety protocols

  • National and international codes relevant to energy systems in Bangladesh

  • Environmental and occupational health considerations

Unit 7: Reporting, Documentation, and Professional Practice

  • Preparing and presenting energy audit and assessment reports

  • Documentation of repairs, modifications, and maintenance

  • Professional ethics, teamwork, and communication in the energy sector

Training Methodology

  • Interactive Lectures: Core concepts, standards, and case studies

  • Hands-On Demonstrations: Use of audit instruments, basic installation, and troubleshooting

  • Group Projects: Assessing and proposing solutions for sample structures

  • Role-Playing & Simulation: Conducting mock energy audits and client consultations

  • Case Study Analysis: Real-world examples from Bangladesh and global best practices

Assessment Methods

  • Assignments: Energy audit reports, efficiency improvement proposals, and calculations

  • Practical Tests: Demonstration of installation, maintenance, and calibration skills

  • Participation: Group discussions, simulations, and peer feedback

  • Final Exam: Written and practical assessment covering all course objectives

Program Highlights

  • Focus on Bangladesh’s energy needs and regulatory framework

  • Emphasis on both conventional and renewable energy systems

  • Preparation for technician-level roles in energy auditing, installation, and maintenance

  • Pathway to further specialization or supervisory positions in the energy sector

Employment Opportunities

Graduates may work as:

  • Energy Systems Technicians

  • Energy Auditors

  • Solar/Wind System Installers

  • Building Maintenance Technicians

  • Energy Efficiency Consultants

Employers include:

  • Construction and engineering firms

  • Renewable energy companies

  • Facility management services

  • NGOs and development agencies

  • Government and private sector organizations