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— The journey
Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to HVAC Systems
- HVAC fundamentals
- Heating systems
- Ventilation systems
- Air conditioning
- Comfort conditions
- HVAC applications
Module 2: HVAC Design Fundamentals
- Design process
- Indoor design conditions
- Outdoor design conditions
- Building characteristics
- Occupancy requirements
- Design considerations
Module 3: Fundamentals of Heat Transfer
- Conduction
- Convection
- Radiation
- Thermal resistance
- U-values
- Building heat transfer
Module 4: Psychrometrics
- Dry-bulb temperature
- Wet-bulb temperature
- Relative humidity
- Dew point
- Enthalpy
- Psychrometric chart
Module 5: Psychrometric Processes
- Sensible heating
- Sensible cooling
- Cooling and dehumidification
- Heating and humidification
- Air mixing
- Process plotting
Module 6: Cooling Load Fundamentals
- Cooling load concepts
- Sensible heat
- Latent heat
- Internal loads
- External loads
- Load components
Module 7: Cooling Load Calculations
- Wall heat gain
- Roof heat gain
- Glass heat gain
- Occupancy loads
- Lighting loads
- Equipment loads
Module 8: Heating Load Calculations
- Heat loss
- Transmission losses
- Infiltration
- Ventilation losses
- Design temperatures
- Heating requirements
Module 9: HVAC System Selection
- System selection criteria
- Split systems
- Packaged systems
- VRF systems
- Chilled water systems
- Central HVAC systems
Module 10: HVAC Equipment Selection
- Air handling units
- Fan coil units
- Chillers
- Cooling towers
- Pumps
- Selection considerations
Module 11: Air Distribution Fundamentals
- Supply air
- Return air
- Fresh air
- Exhaust air
- Airflow requirements
- Air balancing concepts
Module 12: Duct Design Fundamentals
- Duct types
- Duct materials
- Air velocity
- Friction losses
- Pressure losses
- Duct sizing
Module 13: Duct Sizing Methods
- Equal friction method
- Velocity method
- Static regain concepts
- Equivalent diameter
- Rectangular ducts
- Circular ducts
Module 14: Fans & Static Pressure
- Fan fundamentals
- Airflow
- Static pressure
- Dynamic pressure
- System resistance
- Fan selection
Module 15: Diffusers, Grilles & Registers
- Supply diffusers
- Return grilles
- Exhaust grilles
- Air throw
- Air distribution patterns
- Terminal selection
Module 16: Ventilation & Fresh Air Design
- Ventilation principles
- Outdoor air
- Indoor air quality
- Exhaust requirements
- Air changes
- Fresh air calculations
Module 17: Chilled Water System Design
- Chilled water systems
- Primary circuits
- Secondary circuits
- Chilled water flow
- Temperature difference
- System configuration
Module 18: HVAC Piping Design
- Pipe sizing
- Water velocity
- Friction loss
- Fittings
- Valves
- Pump head concepts
Module 19: VRF & DX System Design
- DX systems
- VRF principles
- Indoor units
- Outdoor units
- Refrigerant piping
- System selection
Module 20: HVAC Controls & Energy Efficiency
- Thermostats
- Sensors
- Control sequences
- Variable speed operation
- Energy-efficient equipment
- System optimisation
Module 21: HVAC Drawings & Documentation
- HVAC layouts
- Duct drawings
- Piping drawings
- Equipment schedules
- Legends and symbols
- Design documentation
Module 22: Integrated HVAC Design Project
- Building data assessment
- Cooling load calculation
- System selection
- Duct and piping design
- Equipment selection
- HVAC layout preparation
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Who it's for
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
What's included
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
What's included
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Who it's for
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
What's included
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device