This module is for the learner to achieve an appropriate knowledge and understanding of the core principles of heating systems design so as to allow the learner to reach a level of academic competence in heating system design for buildings.
1. Pump and System
Closed and open systems, pump consideration, pumps on closed systems, centrifugal pump laws, pumps having invertor speed control
2. High Temperature hot water systems
Pressurization methods, pressurization of large systems, roof-top plantrooms.
3. Steam Systems
n/a
4. Plant connections and controls
Identifying services and plant, building energy management systems, control strategies for heating systems.
5. Flues and draught
Generic formulae, natural draught, draught stabilisers, draught diverters, forced draught, induced draught, determination of fan duty, diluted draught, balanced draught.
6. Boiler house design
Primary header and secondary circuit design, constant Vs Variable temperature circuits. Location of valves, connection of pressurisation unit and fill tank etc.
7. System Schematics
Draw for a concept design, troubleshoot incorrect schematics, identification of valves, different methods of boiler connection to primary mixing header.
8. Electric Heating
static storage heaters, fan assisted storage heaters, electro thermal storage.
The learning and teaching methods will include lectures followed by tutorials on particular sections.
The classes are interactive; the students work through problems on their own before the solution is presented to them in order to make class contact hours more dynamic and open channels of communication which encourages the students to question and examine what is being presented to them.
The student shall apply the knowledge learned in Heating Systems Engineering during a project undertaken in System Design Practice, in their final year design project as well as in their terminal examination.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 80 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 20 |