HVAC Systems: Commissioning

Overview

As energy costs rise and concerns about indoor air quality grow, it is vital that new or upgraded HVAC systems run efficiently and economically. Reliability is key to reducing maintenance costs, and while system design is important, even the best-designed systems require a well-planned commissioning process to ensure performance.

This fourth course in the HVAC Training Program covers the commissioning of HVAC systems. Participants will learn about the operating principles of various systems, including all-air, air-water, and all-water configurations. The course outlines testing and balancing (T&B) procedures for air and water systems, and teaches participants how to plan, implement, verify, and document the entire commissioning process. It also explores the roles of key stakeholders—owners, designers, contractors, operators, and maintainers. Case studies illustrating the benefits of commissioning, along with its connection to troubleshooting, will be presented, with opportunities for participants to discuss their own facility case studies.

Course Outline

1. Structure and Main Components of All-Air, All-Water, and Air-Water HVAC Systems

2. Testing and Balancing (T&B) of HVAC Systems

3. The Commissioning Process

4. Program and Pre-Design Phase Commissioning

5. Design Phase Commissioning

6. Construction Phase

7. Acceptance Phase Commissioning

8. Post-Acceptance Commissioning

9. Case Studies: Commissioning and Troubleshooting

What You’ll Learn
Through this course, participants will:

• Gain a solid understanding of HVAC system structure and components

• Learn how to plan and implement testing, balancing, and commissioning

• Identify challenges in the commissioning process and how to communicate system deficiencies

• Understand the relationship between owners, equipment suppliers, manufacturers, and consulting engineers

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