HVAC Design and Drafting Training

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Module 1 : HVAC Design & Drafting

Introduction to HVAC

» Fundamentals of HVAC
» Modes of Heat Transfer
» Sensible Heat and Latent Heat

Basics of Air Conditioning System

» District Cooling
» Stratification
» Stairwell Pressurisation
» Clean rooms
» Categories of Air Conditioning-Air,Water,Air-water system
» Equipment Selection
» Pump Selection

Classification of Air-Conditioning System

» Window A/C
» Working of Window A/C with Line Diagrams
» Split A/C
» Types of Split A/C
» Working of Split A/C with Line Diagrams
» Ductable Split A/C
» Working of Ductable Split A/C with Line Diagrams
» Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV)/ Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF)
» Ductable Package A/C
» Working of Ductable Package A/C with Line Diagrams
» Package Roof Top Units
» Central Plant Chill Water System

Classification of Refrigeration Systems

» Basic Refrigeration System or Vapor Compression Cycle

» Pressure – Enthalpy Chart
» Types of heat transfer
» Function & Types of Compressor
» Function & Types of Condenser
» Function & Types of Expansion Valve

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» Function & Types of Evaporator
» Direct Refrigerant system
» Refrigerant and Brines

Study of Psychrometric Charts

» Dry Bulb Temperature

» Wet Bulb Temperature
» Dew Point Temperature
» Relative Humidity
» Humidity Ratio

Psychrometric Processes

» Heating
» Cooling
» Cooling and Dehumidification
» Heating and Humidification
» Finding Values Using the Chart

Heat Load Calculation

» Building Survey
» Cooling Load Steps
» Finding Temperature difference (ΔT)
» Wall
» Glass
» Roof
» Partition
» Load Calculations (Manually using E-20 form)
» ESHF, ADP & Air Flow Rate (CFM) Calculation
» Orientation of Buildings
» Use of Space
» Dimensions of the Space to Air Conditioned
» Size of beams and columns
» Construction material (U factors)
» Occupancy
» Equipment
» Lighting
» Ventilation
» Indoor Air Quality
» Tonnage Calculations
» Dehumidified Air Flow rate

Air Distribution System

» Duct-Definition & Terminology

» Duct Design consideration
» Duct sizing methods
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» Duct sizing as per Aspect Ratio
» Finding Duct size using Ductulator
» Calculation of Number of sheets for Duct
» Different Types of Ducting
» Design parameters for Ducting
» Duct Materials and Insulation materials used in HVAC Industry
» Study of Overseas Drawings
» Duct Sizing & Routing – Preparation of single line diagram (SLD)
» Bill of Materials for Duct Network
» Gauge selection for Sheet Metal
» Legends and Symbols used in the HVAC Industry
» Selection of Diffusers and Grilles
» Preparation of Layouts (Double line Diagram – DLD) as per SMACNA rules
» Openings for Ducts passing through Wall
» Sectional drawing @ Duct supports
» Concept of CAV & VAV
» Constant Friction Method
» Velocity Reduction Method
» Supply and Return Air Openings
» Different Types of accessories
» Different Types of Insulation
» Constant and Variable Air Volume systems
Ventilation & Exhaust Systems
» Normal Ventilation Systems
» Treated Fresh Air Ventilation System
» Toilet Exhaust Systems
» Kitchen Exhaust Systems
Static Pressure Calculation
» Selection of Motor HP
» Selection Fan/Blower RPM

Hydronic System

» Classification of Water Piping

» Pipe sizing for chill water system
» Fittings used in the HVAC Piping System
» Valves used in the HVAC Piping System
» Function of Valves
» Openings for CHW Pipes passing through Wall
» Sectional drawing @ CHW Pipe supports
» Pump Head Calculation
» Selection of Pump

Module 2 : HVAC Control

» Fundamental of Control System

» Basics of PLC(Programmable logical Controller)
» PLC Interface with HVAC
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Module 3 : Fire Detection ,Fire Alarm & Fire fighting System

» International Code & standards for fire fighting-NFPA

» Classes of Fire
» Fire ,heat & Smoke Detection and Alarm System
» Fundamental of Fire Detection Systems
» Concept of Fire Alarm System.
» Introduction to Fire fighting System
» Fire extinguisher
» Hose Reel
» Dry Riser & Wet Riser
» Down Comer
» Yard Hydrant
» Stand Pipe Systems
» Hose connections
» Legends and symbols
» Fire Protection Schematic Layouts
» Fundamentals of Fire Protection System
» Fire Water Storage and Pumping Calculations
» Fire Suppression System
» Water Based Fire Suppression system
» Classification of Fire sprinkler systems
» Sprinkler Head K factor
» Sprinkler Positionining
» Design and layout of sprinklers
» Sprinkler Temperature ratings & Sprinkler head configuration
» Hydraulic Analysis & Pipe Sizing
» Pressure Calculations
» Building occupancy hazard classification

Module 4 : HVAC System Study

» XL sheet for Load Calculations

» Duct sizer for Duct sizing
» Psychrometry Analysis

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