Description
Thermal analysis of building envelope including solar heat gain, and thermal zoning.HVAC load estimation using the ASHRAE method as well as commercial software for residential andcommercial buildings. HVAC system configuration both all-air and air-water systems. Air-distributionsystems and psychrometric analysis. Design of ducts and piping systems. Refrigeration and Absorption systems including heat pumps, chillers, and boilers. Selection of HVAC equipment.Textbook: Principles of Heating, Ventilating, and Airconditioning, ASHRAE publisher.Reference books: ASHRAE Handbook of FundamentalsHandbook of Airconditioning System Design, Carrier Airconditioning Company The Course Offering: This course consists of 2 segments. Theories and Design Methodsa. Load calculation methods for residential and commercial buildingsb. Air distribution techniquesc. Equipment types and selection methods Design by using Commercial Softwarea. Utilize available commercial software for HVAC load calculationb. Basic energy estimation c. Basic cost estimation Major Course ObjectiveThis is a hands-on type of design course with a major focus on HVAC load calculation using computersoftware published by well-known air conditioning companies. The focus is also on analyzing various optionsin air conditioning systems leading to the selection of available products in the market. At the successfulcompletion of the course, the students will be in a position to seek direct employment with A/C designfirms and perform the duties of an HVAC design engineer.
