COURSE OVERVIEW:

District cooling represents the most efficient method for providing chilled water to large-scale urban developments and industrial complexes. This course explores the engineering design, thermodynamic optimization, and mechanical management of centralized cooling plants. Participants will examine the transition from localized HVAC units to massive industrial chillers, focusing on the infrastructure required to distribute thermal energy across vast networks using high-capacity pumping systems and insulated piping.

The scope of the training addresses the intricate design of the Energy Transfer Station (ETS) and the interface between the district provider and the end-user. We will analyze the selection of centrifugal chillers, thermal energy storage (TES) tanks, and cooling tower configurations that maximize the Coefficient of Performance (COP). The curriculum provides a detailed look at "Delta T" management, a critical operational metric that determines the efficiency and hydraulic stability of the entire district network.

Maintenance and operational longevity are central themes, focusing on the protection of high-value assets against corrosion and mechanical wear. Attendees will learn to manage large-scale water treatment programs, execute chiller overhauls, and troubleshoot hydraulic imbalances in the distribution grid. By the end of this course, participants will be able to implement integrated management strategies that balance peak load demands with energy efficiency and long-term infrastructure reliability.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

1.  Explain the fundamental principles and benefits of district cooling.

2.  Design a centralized chiller plant layout for maximum efficiency.

3.  Evaluate the advantages of various Thermal Energy Storage (TES) technologies.

4.  Interpret the hydraulic dynamics of large-scale distribution networks.

5.  Manage the "Low Delta T Syndrome" in district cooling applications.

6.  Select and size Energy Transfer Stations (ETS) for different building types.

7.  Monitor and optimize the Coefficient of Performance (COP) of large chillers.

8.  Implement comprehensive water treatment programs for cooling towers.

9.  Execute maintenance protocols for primary and secondary pumping sets.

10.  Analyze the impact of load profiles on plant sequencing and energy use.

11.  Troubleshoot hydraulic imbalances and pressure fluctuations in the network.

12.  Apply safety standards for high-voltage chiller operations.

13.  Develop a lifecycle maintenance plan for district cooling infrastructure.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Plant Managers, Utility Engineers, Design Consultants, Operations Supervisors, and Maintenance Technicians working in district cooling or large-scale utility plants.

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.