Mechanical Engineering

429. Design of HVAC.  Analysis and synthesis of  HVAC piping, duct work, filtration, controls, heating and refrigeration equipment.  Selection of individual components and complete system design. 3 Lectures (3 credits)

Prerequisites: MECH 425

Course Objectives:

The student will be able to:

• Design piping and duct systems.

• Select pumps and fans.

• Design placement of inlet and return grills.

• Select heat exchangers.

• Design refrigeration systems.

Course Syllabus:

Textbook:  

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, by Quiston, Parker & Spitker, 5th Ed., (Wiley)

Topics:  

1. Design of piping and duct systems including the selection of pumps and fans

2. Air distribution systems in buildings

3. Design and selection of heat exchangers

4. Design of chillers

5. Design of refrigeration systems

ABET category content as estimated by faculty member who prepared this course description:

Engineering Science: 3 credits (100%)

Prepared by:  Dr. Joseph Augustus   Date: March, 2002