HVAC Designing & Draughting

HVAC Designing & Draughting

Safety Experts College offers a comprehensive program in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air-Conditioning) Designing & Draughting, spanning two years. Designed to equip individuals with advanced skills in HVAC engineering, this program covers fundamental principles, design calculations, equipment selection, software designing, estimation and costing, project procurement work, and HVAC drafting.

Subjects

I YEAR

1. Introduction to Building Construction: Understanding the basics of construction materials, methods, and terminology.
2. Introduction to HVAC: Exploring the principles and components of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
3. Basics of Heat Transfer: Learning about the various modes of heat transfer and their applications in building environments.
4. Standards and Codes in HVAC: Familiarizing with industry standards and codes governing HVAC design and installation.
5. Study on Psychrometric Charts: Analyzing psychrometric charts to understand air properties and behavior.
6. Study on Refrigerants: Examining different types of refrigerants and their applications in HVAC systems.
7. Types of Air Conditioning Systems: Exploring non-central AC, package AC, VRV/VRF systems, and chilled water systems.
8. Types of Fans & Pumps: Understanding different types of fans and pumps used in HVAC systems.

II YEAR

9. Cooling & Heating Load Calculation: Performing calculations to determine the heating and cooling loads of a building.

10. Ventilation System Designing: Designing ventilation systems to ensure adequate air exchange and indoor air quality.
11. Study on Air Distribution Systems: Learning about duct design, fittings, dampers, and air terminal devices.
12. Duct Designing Methods: Understanding various methods for sizing and designing HVAC ductwork.
13. Pipe Sizing Methods: Sizing refrigerant and chilled water pipes based on system requirements.
14. Air Balancing System: Balancing air distribution systems to ensure uniform airflow throughout the building.
15. Desert Cooler Selection: Selecting evaporative coolers suitable for arid climates.
16. District Cooling System: Studying centralized cooling systems for large urban developments.
17. Energy Conservation Measures (ECM): Exploring innovative HVAC technologies and strategies for energy efficiency.
18. Green HVAC System Designing: Designing sustainable HVAC systems using energy-efficient components and renewable energy sources.

Fundamentals

• Introduction to Building Construction
• Introduction to HVAC
• Basics of Heat Transfer
• Standards and Codes in HVAC
• Study on Psychrometric Charts
• Study on Refrigerants
• Types of Air Conditioning Systems
• Types of Fans & Pumps

HVAC Design Calculations

• Cooling & Heating Load Calculation
• Ventilation System Designing
• Study on Air Distribution Systems
• Duct Designing Methods
• Pipe Sizing Methods
• Air Balancing System
• Desert Cooler Selection
• District Cooling System
• Energy Conservation Measures (ECM)
• Green HVAC System Designing

Equipment Selection

• Selection of Cooling Tower
• Selection of Chillers
• AHU and FCU Classification and Selection
• Package Unit Selection
• DX Unit Selection
• Selection of De-humidifier
• Pump Selection
• Fan Selection

Software Designing

• Cooling and Heating Load Calculation using HAP & Elite Software
• Calculation of Duct Sizes by McQuay Duct Sizer and Duct Checker Software
• Calculation of Chilled Water Pipe Sizes by McQuay Pipe Software
• Air Terminal Selection by BETA Programme
• HVAC Equipment Selection by Zamil Software
• VRV Equipment Selection by TOSHIBA Software

Estimation and Costing of Project

• Tendering Requirements
• Quantity Takeoff
• Supplier Inquiry and Finalization
• Billing and Quotations Finalization

Project Procurement Work

• Preparation of Purchase Orders
• Quotation Evaluation Sheet

HVAC Drafting

• • Representation of Concept Design Drawings
  • Preparation of Detail Shop Drawings
  • Representation of Section Drawings

Prospective students interested in enrolling in the HVAC Designing & Draughting program should have a basic understanding of engineering concepts. A high school diploma or equivalent qualification is required. No specific prior experience in HVAC is necessary.