Selection Guidelines for Building Cooling and Heating Systems
- Course Number: M1024
- Credits: 3 hours
- Instructor: Helen Chen, Ph.D., PE
- Price: $30
Course Outline
This course provides an overview of building cooling and heating systems, focusing on key components and design principles from Chapter 4 of the HVAC Design Manual published by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It covers cooling systems such as central chilled water plants, small chilled water systems, and direct expansion (DX) systems, emphasizing design for sustainability, serviceability, and freeze protection. Heating systems include steam heating, hydronic hot water, electrical, gas, and geothermal heating systems. The course also delves into design criteria for piping systems, highlighting pipe design, and sizing parameters. Ideal for HVAC professionals, this course deepens knowledge of modern cooling and heating system design and implementation.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Be able to understand the components and design principles of central chilled water plants and small chilled water systems;
- Be able to identify and apply sustainability and serviceability considerations in cooling and heating system design;
- Be able to comprehend the various heating systems, including steam, hydronic hot water, electrical, gas, and geothermal heating; and
- Be able to design and evaluate piping systems, incorporating appropriate pipe sizing and freeze protection measures.