Building Technology  

This module focuses on establishing some different ways to classify air side systems because there is such a variety used today. We classify by: methodology, unit type, add-on features, and distribution.

In addition, a few common considerations for air-side HVAC system performance are discussed, including preheat coils, filter systems, reset strategies, and system effect.

Finally this module explains how an air-side economizer is ideally supposed to operate and the potential for different modes of failure and inefficiency.

Here we're taking a general look at the design intent and makeup of our air-side HVAC systems, including the role of ventilation and presence of centrifugal fans.

In these lessons we learn that, like the pump equation, the fan equation can be used to calculate fan system power or energy associated with specific operating pressures, flows, and efficiency factors.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, attendees will: