COURSE OVERVIEW:

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are among the largest consumers of energy in commercial and industrial buildings. This course provides a comprehensive roadmap for identifying and implementing energy-saving opportunities without compromising indoor air quality or thermal comfort. Participants will explore the thermodynamics of refrigeration cycles and air distribution, focusing on how system design and operational settings directly impact kilowatt-hour consumption and operational costs.

The scope of this training encompasses the optimization of primary equipment, such as chillers and boilers, as well as secondary systems, including air handling units and pumping networks. We will examine the integration of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), advanced control sequences, and demand-controlled ventilation (DCV) as key strategies for reducing waste. Detailed coverage is provided on heat recovery systems, such as energy recovery ventilators (ERVs) and economizer cycles, which utilize ambient conditions to minimize mechanical cooling requirements.

Furthermore, the course emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and continuous commissioning. Attendees will learn how to conduct energy audits, establish performance baselines, and utilize Building Management Systems (BMS) to monitor energy intensity. By mastering these best practices, facility managers and engineers can significantly lower carbon footprints and utility expenses while extending the lifecycle of their mechanical assets through reduced operational strain.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Identify the primary drivers of energy consumption in various HVAC configurations.
2. Calculate the Coefficient of Performance (COP) and Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER).
3. Implement demand-controlled ventilation (DCV) based on occupancy sensors.
4. Optimize chiller plant efficiency through sequencing and lift reduction.
5. Apply Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to fans and pumps for affinity law savings.
6. Evaluate the benefits of air-side and water-side economizer cycles.
7. Design and maintain effective heat recovery loops for HVAC systems.
8. Conduct a Level 1 HVAC energy audit and identify low-cost improvements.
9. Optimize Building Management System (BMS) setpoints and scheduling.
10. Analyze the impact of air duct leakage and insulation on system efficiency.
11. Implement cooling tower optimization strategies to improve condenser water temp.
12. Utilize "Free Cooling" techniques during favorable ambient conditions.
13. Develop a sustainable energy management plan with measurable KPIs.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Energy Managers, HVAC Engineers, Facility Supervisors, Sustainability Officers, and Plant Maintenance Personnel responsible for building services.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.