HVAC Systems: Sustainable Design and Operation in Buildings

Overview

Sustainable design requires collaboration between engineers, architects, owners, and facility managers to create high-quality, productive environments while considering environmental impacts. The LEED™ (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) rating system provides a way to quantify sustainability in building design.

This course introduces key concepts of sustainable design and operation of HVAC systems, covering various equipment and system options, guidelines for selecting systems based on application, and case studies to solidify understanding. This course caters to individuals with little background on the subject while providing valuable resources for more experienced personnel working with HVAC systems in buildings.

Course Outline: 

1. Introduction: Sustainability and Economics

2. Introduction to HVAC

3. HVAC Delivery System

4. Cooling Production Equipment and Systems

5. Heating Production Equipment and Systems

6. Air-Handling Equipment and Systems

7. Piping Equipment and Systems

What You Will Learn

• Basics of design and operation of HVAC systems in buildings

• Descriptions of various system and equipment options

• Guidelines and systematic procedures for system and equipment selection

• Insights into sustainable designs of HVAC systems in buildings

Who Should Attend

• Architects

• Design and project engineers and technologists

• Facility managers

• Consultants

• Mechanical engineers and technologists

• Maintenance and operation personnel

• Other technical personnel needing to refresh or upgrade their knowledge of HVAC systems in buildings