Principles of HVAC design (5 cr)

Objective

You will get some basic knowledge of the performance and functioning of heating, ventilation and water supply systems and how to dimension and design such systems. In the course you will also learn some basics of fluid mechanics and heat transfer and also basics of heat loss calculations of buildings

Content

Heat transfer in steady state conditions in buildings. Calculations of heat transfer coefficient (U-value of building structures). Calculations of heat losses in buildings and pipes. Basics of fluid mechanics and pipe dimensioning. Pressure loss calculations in pipes and ducts.

Evaluation

You can
a. use professional vocabulary and concepts proficiently.

c. carry out interrelated tasks fluently.

e. apply the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field

g. apply the ethical principles of the professional field according to the situation.

Study forms and methods

You take part in the weekday-based teaching and tutoring. You study according to the group timetable and do the given homework independently.

RDI and work-related cooperation

None

Evaluation scale

1-5

Qualifications

Basics of HVAC system and building technology.