EnergyPlus Essentials: Mastering Building Energy Simulation (Udemy.com)
Unlocking Energy Efficiency: Learn Building Energy Simulation with EnergyPlus for Sustainable Design and Optimization
Created by: Navid Shirzadi
Last updated July 2026
What you will learn
- Understand the principles of building energy simulation and the importance of EnergyPlus in building design and analysis
- Learn to navigate the EnergyPlus user interface, set up simulation projects, and run simulations effectively
- Learn to Create EnergyPlus input files, interpreting simulation outputs, and visualizing results
- Master techniques for modeling building geometry, HVAC systems, occupancy, and schedules
- Apply learned concepts to real-world projects through case studies and hands-on exercises
How it compares
Against the other 1,182 rated Udemy courses in IT & Software on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 86% of them
- Reviews192#836 of 1,183 by number of reviews
- Length6.7 hourslonger than 56% of them
- Last updatedJuly 2026more recently than 82% of them
Course Description
In today's world, designing energy-efficient buildings is more crucial than ever. "EnergyPlus Essentials: Mastering Building Energy Simulation for Sustainable Design and Optimization" offers you a comprehensive introduction to EnergyPlus, the industry-standard software for building energy simulation.
Through this course, you'll delve into the fundamentals of building energy simulation and learn how to harness the power of EnergyPlus to design and optimize sustainable buildings. From navigating the EnergyPlus interface to running simulations and analyzing results, you'll gain hands-on experience with every aspect of the software.
With a focus on practical applications, you'll explore advanced modeling techniques for HVAC systems, daylighting, and natural ventilation, equipping you with the skills to create energy-efficient building designs that meet today's sustainability standards.
Whether you're a student, architect, engineer, energy analyst, or building owner, this course is your gateway to mastering EnergyPlus and making a meaningful impact in the world of sustainable design.
Key Features:
- Step-by-step guidance on EnergyPlus installation, setup, and simulation.
- In-depth tutorials on building geometry modeling, HVAC system design, and occupancy scheduling.
- Real-world case studies and hands-on exercises for practical learning.
- Access to additional resources for continuous learning and exploration.
Join me on this journey to unlock the potential of EnergyPlus and become a leader in sustainable building design and optimization. Enroll now and start shaping a greener, more sustainable future.
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
192 Reviews
Navid Shirzadi
Welcome! I'm Navid Shirzadi, and I'm thrilled you're here.
I’m an Applied Scientist with a Ph.D. in Engineering and over a decade of experience working with integrated energy systems, optimization, and intelligent control strategies. My background spans mathematical optimization, advanced control, and hybrid modeling techniques that blend physics‑based simulations with modern AI.
I’m deeply experienced in Python, and I build cutting‑edge machine learning, deep learning, and agentic AI models for real‑world applications. My recent work focuses on leveraging agentic AI workflows and LLM‑powered tools to automate and enhance building energy modeling, EnergyPlus pipelines, and large‑scale simulation tasks.
Throughout my career, I’ve published research on intelligent control strategies for energy systems and developed AI‑driven methods that improve efficiency, reliability, and decision‑making. My passion lies in teaching these concepts in a clear, practical, and intuitive way, helping learners build skills they can immediately apply in engineering, data science, and AI‑driven modeling.
I’m excited to share my knowledge and help you grow your expertise in AI, optimization, and energy systems.
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Reviews
By Mihailo Jović on 9/4/2026
I am very satisfied with the course. My only suggestion would be to make the recordings or rather, the lessons shorter. I feel that a lesson over 15 minutes negatively affects me mentally, so I assume other learners might have a similar issue.
By Ben Bartling on 7/27/2026
Great course definitely recommend I am very rusty in these areas and it is perfectly bringing me back up to speed
By José Maria Torres on 12/9/2025
This is the best course for anyone starting to use Energy Plus. I was able to understand and get results instantly from the very first class.
By Joao Petreche on 7/18/2025
Excellent introductory course with very practical and useful tips. The guidance on tools like the DesignBuilder Result Viewer was clear and helpful. I particularly appreciated the workflow tip of using VS Code as a text editor for IDF files—a great piece of advice for those looking to do more advanced work.
By Navaid Ali on 7/1/2025
Well, It's been good till now. I want the instructor to extend this course in order to be able to conduct a thorough Title 24 Energy calculations as required by California Energy Commission.
By Jose Daniel Pose Andrade on 5/29/2025
Es un buen curso básico para poder empezar con la herramienta aunque no se puede trabajar a nivel profesional solo con esto.
By Dipendra Sah on 5/14/2025
New Learning Experience, tedious due to manual inputs in the earlier stage of Course but use of sketch up and other tool helps
By Mohamed Samir Abdelgaber Mostafa on 8/13/2024
So far so good. It would be great if there is a guideline at the end of the course how to deal with complex building geometries
By Chris K on 5/19/2024
This course was pretty good overall and gave a solid intro to building energy modeling. The instructor knew their stuff and the materials were organized well, which helped make the complex concepts easier to grasp. Thanks!
By Adonis Andino on 5/19/2024
I recently completed the EnergyPlus course, and overall, it was quite informative and practical. The instructors clearly had deep knowledge of the software and its applications in building energy modeling. The course content was well-structured, covering everything from basic functionalities to more advanced features. However, some sections felt a bit rushed, and I would have appreciated more hands-on exercises to reinforce the learning. overall, I found the course valuable and would recommend it to anyone looking to gain a solid understanding of EnergyPlus.
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