HVAC Systems: Codes and Standards

Overview

Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Provincial Building Codes and applicable standards such as ASHRAE 55, 62.1, and 90.1. Through case studies and workshops, the course demonstrates the use of prescriptive and performance compliance options. Recent changes to these codes and their impact on HVAC system design and operation are also discussed.

Course Outline

1. Introduction – Psychrometric representation and analysis of commonly used HVAC cycles

2. Overview of various HVAC Systems

3. Building Code Sections pertaining to HVAC Systems

4. Codes and Standards applicable to the design and operation of HVAC Systems

5. ASHRAE Standard 55 – Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy

6. ASHRAE Standard 62.1 – Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality

7. ASHRAE Standard 90.1 – Energy Standard for Buildings Except for Low-Rise Residential Buildings

What You’ll Learn
After attending this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify and understand recent changes introduced in the codes/standards and their implications on the design and operation of HVAC equipment and systems

• Plan and design HVAC equipment and systems in compliance with applicable codes and standards

• Identify and select procedures for the efficient operation of various HVAC equipment and systems

• Understand which compliance option is most suitable for a given circumstance

• Identify regulations that pertain to your own specific situation

• Modify and adjust current systems in order to comply

Who Should Attend

• Design and project engineers

• Technologists

• Plant and facility engineers

• Consultants

• Mechanical engineers and technologists

• Maintenance and operation personnel

• Other technical personnel needing to upgrade/refresh their knowledge of HVAC systems