Systems Past, Present and Emerging

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SVL University Course 1 SVL University Course 1 Systems Past, Present and Emerging The purpose of this course is to be an initial meet and greet discussion about our common goals of the SVL

1 SVL University Course 1 SVL University Course 1 Systems Past, Present and Emerging The purpose of this course is to be an initial meet and greet discussion about our common goals of the SVL University. The goal is to present a history of our industry to establish the intentions of HVAC in our world. By the end of the session you will be familiar with the various systems available today, as well as recent advancements and emerging technology. Fargo Presenter: Ben Eisenschenk Roseville Presenter: Kevin Herrema 1. Describe and recognize the various systems available today. 2. Identify recent advancements as well as emerging technology in the industry Discussion about common goals of the SVL University History of HVAC industry Intentions of HVAC in our world Systems available today Recent advancements Emerging HVAC technology 2018 SVL University Systems- Past, Present and Emerging

2 SVL University Course 2 SVL University Course 2 Psychometrics The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of the basic concepts of psychometrics including air properties, evaporation, enthalpy, relative humidity, dew-point and temperature change. The goal is to have a better understanding of the psychometric chart and how it is used to design the appropriate HVAC systems. By the end of the session you will have reviewed HVAC components such as air handling units, heating and cooling coils, humidifiers and de-humidifiers. Fargo Presenter: Lee Froemke Roseville Presenter: Gary Krebsbach 1. Explain the basic concepts of psychometrics. 2. Understand the psychometric chart and its applications. 3. Identify and explain the importance of various HVAC components. Basic concepts of psychometrics Psychometric chart in designing o Air properties appropriate HVAC systems o Evaporation HVAC components o Enthalpy o Air handling units o Relative humidity o Heating and cooling coils o Dew-point o Humidifiers o Temperature change o De-humidifiers Explanation of the psychometric chart 2018 SVL University Psychometrics

3 SVL University Course 3 SVL University Course 3 Air Distribution Applications The purpose of this course is to learn about the principles of Air Distribution and how to meet your goals as a design engineer, to provide the owner with a thermally comfortable space for occupants. The goal is to cover the comfort limits set by ASHRAE Standard 55, types of comfort cooling systems used in typical commercial HVAC systems, air patterns and performance criteria for overhead diffusers, design criteria for displacement ventilation systems, and ASHRAE Standard 62.1 s table for Air Distribution Effectiveness. By the end of the session you will have a better understanding of the different air distribution technologies available and how to properly select them for a design. Fargo Presenter: Lee Froemke Roseville Presenter: Charlie Vollhaber 1. Apply the principles of Air Distribution in creating comfortable spaces 2. Identify and properly select from available air distribution technologies to apply to a design. Principles of Air Distribution Comfort limits set by ASHRAE Standard 55 Typical commercial HVAC system comfort cooling systems Overhead diffusers o Air patterns o Performance criteria Displacement ventilation systems design criteria ASHRAE Standard 62.1 s table for Air Distribution Effectiveness 2018 SVL University Air Distribution Applications

SVL University Course 4 SVL University Course 4 Fan Applications The purpose of this course is to gain a new level of familiarity with mechanical air movement and learn methods to incorporate proper

4 SVL University Course 4 SVL University Course 4 Fan Applications The purpose of this course is to gain a new level of familiarity with mechanical air movement and learn methods to incorporate proper fan selections into system designs for various applications. This goal is to teach you the physics of mechanical air movement, the differences of various fan types, optimal selection practices, motor-fan interaction, emerging fan technologies; and of course, how to avoid common problems. By the end of the session you will know how to properly select fans and apply them to a variety of system designs. Fargo Presenter: Jim Lubratt Roseville Presenter: Jim Lubratt 1. Understand the different types of fans and when best to apply them 2. Properly select fans and apply them to various system designs Mechanical air movement Methods for incorporating proper fan selections into system designs based on application Physics of mechanical air movement Fan types Optimal selection practices Motor-fan interaction Emerging fan technologies Avoiding common problems 2018 SVL University Fan Applications

5 SVL University Course 5 SVL University Course 5 Air Handler Applications The purpose of this course is to learn about the anatomy and various applications of an air handling unit. The goal is to cover the components of an air handling unit, their functions, options for each component, the differences between custom and packaged, proper design techniques, and creative designs for different layouts. By the end of the session you will have a better understanding of the inner workings of air handling unit applications and how to make the best selection for your design. Fargo Presenter: Ben Eisenschenk Roseville Presenter: Greg Nuss 1. Identify components of an air handling unit and their purpose 2. Select the best air handling unit for your design Anatomy of an air handling unit Functions of air handling unit components Component options Custom versus Packaged Proper design techniques Creative designs for different layouts 2018 SVL University Air Handler Applications

6 SVL University Course 6 SVL University Course 6 Energy Recovery Applications The purpose of this course is to understand basic types of energy recovery systems and learn how & where to apply them. The goal is to cover in-depth details of efficiency, effectiveness and frost control strategies. By the end of the session you will know how to properly select energy recovery exchangers and apply the proper frost control strategy for our challenging climate. Fargo Presenter: Lee Froemke Roseville Presenter: Dan McCarty 1. Properly select energy recovery exchangers 2. Apply the proper frost control strategy for our challenging climate Types of energy recovery systems How and where to apply various energy recovery systems Efficiency and effectiveness Frost control strategies 2018 SVL University Energy Recovery Applications

7 SVL University Course 7 SVL University Course 7 Refrigeration The purpose of this course is to gain a greater understanding of refrigeration and is geared towards individuals that work closely with air conditioning systems. The goal is to teach you basic knowledge regarding the interworking of air conditioning systems. By the end of the session you will have a greater understanding of basic system components, and the process of the refrigeration cycle itself. Fargo Presenter: Allen Gramse Roseville Presenter: Allen Gramse 1. Identify basic refrigeration system components 2. Understand the refrigeration cycle Interworking of air conditioning systems The basic refrigeration system components The refrigeration cycle Metering devices Superheat/subcooling Some common refrigeration accessories 2018 SVL University Refrigeration

8 SVL University Course 8 SVL University Course 8 Chiller Applications The purpose of this course is to learn how to understand the different technologies of chillers and how they are typically applied to commercial and industrial HVAC plants in today s market. The goal is to cover in-depth details on evaporator types, compressor types (scroll, screw, and centrifugal), and types of chiller heat rejection (air cooled, water cooled, and evaporative cooled). By the end of the session you will be able to answer the where to and when to questions for applying, designing, and installing a successful chiller plant. Fargo Presenter: Ben Eisenschenk Roseville Presenter: Tim Harris 1. Successfully answer questions about applying, designing, and installing a successful chiller plant 2. Understand how ambient temperatures and water temperatures affect chiller selections and ratings. Evaporator types Compressor types o Scroll o Screw o Centrifugal Types of chiller heat rejection o Air cooled o Water cooled o Evaporative cooled 2018 SVL University Chiller Applications

9 SVL University Course 9 SVL University Course 9 Humidification and Dehumidification Applications The purpose of this course is to understand the importance of humidity and the challenges to control humidity. This goal is to teach you ASHRAE guidelines, modes of humidification, water treatment considerations, and modes of dehumidification. By the end of the session you will be able recommend an optimized technology for controlling humidity in an array of applications. Fargo Presenter: Lee Froemke Roseville Presenter: Dan Brobjorg 1. Understand the importance of humidity and be familiar with the challenges of humidity control 2. Recommend optimized technology for controlling humidity in an array of applications ASHRAE guidelines Modes of humidification Water treatment considerations Modes of dehumidification 2018 SVL University Humidification and Dehumidification Applications

10 SVL University Course 10 SVL University Course 10 Acoustics The purpose of this course is to understand HVAC acoustics and learn ways to incorporate sound mitigation tools into a design. The goal is to teach: the basic anatomy of sound (including sound power, sound pressure, octave band frequencies, measurement, amplification, mitigation, noise criteria, and room criteria), typical sound paths found in an HVAC system, common equipment used to keep sound levels at acceptable levels for building occupants, and the tools available to contractors and designers. By the end of the session you will know how to properly select sound attenuators and apply them into a design. Fargo Presenter: Jeff Foss Roseville Presenter: Kelly Hauenstein 1. Understand and explain HVAC acoustics and their applications 2. Properly select and apply sound attenuators to a design Basic anatomy of sound o Sound power o Sound pressure o Octave band frequencies o Measurement Typical sound paths found in an HVAC system Common equipment used Tools available to contractors and designers o o o o Amplification Mitigation Noise criteria Room criteria 2018 SVL University Acoustics

MECHANICAL SERVICES 101. Ian White

MECHANICAL SERVICES 101. Ian White MECHANICAL SERVICES 101 Ian White Contents 1. Ventilation 2. Heat Gains & Losses 3. Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems What are Building Services Building Services incorporate all aspects