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Building Technology - HVAC+R & Electrical Systems

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Introduction

Learning outcomes of the courses/module

In respect of the heating, cooling, ventilation and electrical engineering trades, stu-dents are able to:
• Describe technical building requirements
• Analyze and calculate technical solutions in the construction sector and compile them in a preliminary planning phase.
• Have professional communication with TGA planners

Prerequisites for the course

Civil Engineering I (TEC.1), Civil Engineering II (TEC.2)

Course content

• Meteorological fundamentals, comfort
• Heating and cooling loads
• Heating systems: Description and characteristics of the most important components, e.g. heat exchangers, boilers, burners, heat pumps, solar systems, automation equipment
• Ventilation technology: Description and characteristics of the most important components, e.g. fans, air heaters and air coolers, air filters, air humidifiers and dehumidifiers, heat recovery, fire protection, automation equipment.
• Refrigeration: Description and characteristics of the most important components, e.g. refrigerating machines, recooling plants, cooling ceilings, circulating air cooling units
• Electrical engineering: Description and characteristics of the most important components, e.g. distribution, fuses, equipment

Recommended specialist literature

• Kalz, D. E., & Pfafferott, J. (2014). Thermal Comfort and Energy-Efficient Cooling of Nonresidential Buildings. Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-04582-5
• Khazaii, J. (2016). Energy-efficient hvac design. Springer International Pu.
• Sharma, A., Goyal, R., & Mittal, R. (Eds). (2020). Indoor Environmental Quality: Select Proceedings of the 1st ACIEQ (1st ed. 2020). Springer Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-1334-3
• Thompson, D. (2023). HVAC bible for beginners: A comprehensive guide to mastering HVAC technology, repairing and installing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for residential and commercial buildings. Publisher not identified.
• Wen, J. T., & Mishra, S. (Eds). (2018). Intelligent Building Control Systems. Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-68462-8

Assessment methods and criteria

Term paper and written exam

Language

English

Number of ECTS credits awarded

6

Semester hours per week

Planned teaching and learning method

Blended Learning

Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered

4

Type of course/module

Type of course