About this Course

This course focuses on the professional design and management of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, vital for achieving thermal comfort and optimal indoor air quality in buildings. By undertaking this comprehensive course, participants will gain profound insights into the complexities of modern HVAC technology paired with practical approaches to handle and optimize these systems.

What Students Will Learn

• Operation and control of air handling units for optimal air distribution and thermal comfort.
• Principles and execution of heating and cooling distribution using air and mixed air-water systems, including pressure loss considerations.
• Selection of appropriate temperature levels in HVAC systems to enhance efficiency and comfort.
• Management of complex, renewable-energy-based HVAC equipment for sustainable usage.

Prerequisites or Skills Necessary

No prerequisites are required for this course, making it accessible to anyone interested in improving their knowledge of HVAC systems, whether beginners or those already working in the field of architecture and building design.

Course Content Overview

• Fundamentals of HVAC system design and its importance in architecture.
• Detailed study of air and water distribution systems within HVAC frameworks.
• Technical insights into air handling units, including humidity control and its impact on energy consumption.
• Understanding and applying controls for different indoor air quality and comfort scenarios.
• Analysis of an advanced system integrating aquifer thermal storage, heat pumps, and energy management systems.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for HVAC engineers, architects, building managers, students in related fields, and anyone else interested in the detailed aspects of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems within buildings.

Real-world Applications

Skills acquired in this course can be applied in various real-world contexts such as designing energy-efficient buildings, managing building construction projects, enhancing indoor air quality, and implementing renewable energy solutions. These skills are crucial for the development of sustainable structures that meet modern energy standards.

Course Syllabus

• Introduction to HVAC Design and Considerations.
• Air Quality Control and Distribution Mechanics.
• Heat and Cold Distribution Technologies.
• Controlling and Optimizing Complex HVAC Systems.
• Application of Renewable Energy Technologies in HVAC.