Certified Energy Manager (CEM Exam Prep)

Day 1: Fundamentals of Energy Management and Auditing

Session 1: Introduction to Energy Management

• Overview of energy management

• Role of an energy manager

• Importance of energy efficiency in today’s business environment

• Regulatory frameworks and policies affecting energy management

Session 2: Energy Auditing Basics

• Types of energy audits (walk-through, general, investment-grade)

• Steps in conducting an energy audit

• Key energy consumption metrics and performance indicators

• Use of benchmarking for energy management

Day 2: Energy Systems and Technologies

Session 1: Electrical Systems

• Overview of electrical systems in buildings

• Energy consumption patterns in electrical equipment

• Power factor, demand control, and load management

• Energy-saving techniques for electrical systems

Session 2: HVAC Systems and Energy Efficiency

• Fundamentals of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems

• Energy performance in HVAC systems

• Key strategies to improve HVAC energy efficiency

• Case studies on HVAC energy-saving initiatives

Day 3: Energy Efficiency in Lighting and Controls

Session 1: Lighting Systems

• Introduction to energy-efficient lighting technologies

• Comparison of lighting systems: LED, CFL, and traditional lighting

• Strategies for improving lighting efficiency in commercial and industrial buildings

Session 2: Building Automation and Control Systems

• Building energy management systems (BEMS)

• Use of automation for energy monitoring and control

• Smart controls and sensors for optimizing energy use

Day 4: Renewable Energy and Sustainability

Session 1: Renewable Energy Technologies

• Overview of renewable energy sources (solar, wind, biomass)

• Integrating renewable energy into facility energy systems

• Cost-benefit analysis of renewable energy projects

• Case studies on renewable energy implementation

Session 2: Sustainability and Energy Management

• Sustainable energy management practices

• Energy management’s role in environmental sustainability

• Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and energy efficiency

Day 5: Energy Performance and Certification Preparation

Session 1: Energy Performance and Monitoring

• Energy performance metrics and KPIs

• Using software tools for energy management

• Energy consumption analysis and reporting

• Continuous improvement in energy management

Session 2: CEM Exam Preparation

• Review of key topics for the CEM exam

• Practice questions and problem-solving exercises

• Tips and strategies for the CEM exam

• Final Q&A and wrap-up