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Air Handling Unit Specialisation

Introduction

The important issues of our times, energy efficiency, Indoor air quality and the transition to climate friendly refrigerants, depend not only on efficient technologies, but first and foremost on the complete understanding of HVACR technologies and products available. The Air Handling Unit Specialisation Programme provides a comprehensive overview of AHUs and their components including essential information on specification, certification, regulations, and standards. The course is divided into 9 modules of about one hour each and will run over the course of several weeks, with two modules per week.

Course details

DURATION
9 Modules à 1 to 1.5 hours
(2 per week)

AUDIENCE
All MEP Engineers and technicians, HVACR professionals

LOCATION
Online

FEE
150 EUR
per person

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
All modules have to be completed with a simple knowledge review to obtain the course certificate

Course contents

Module 1 - Fundamentals of AHU I (1h)

During this module, participants will receive a thorough introduction to AHUs and their components and will learn about different configurations of components for various applications.

Fundamentals of Air Handling Units

Basic terminology and elements of AHU
Available certifications and their benefits
Selection process of types of AHUs
Selection software

Configuration of components in AHU

Applications and their specific requirements
Configuration of components according to applicatio

Module 2 - Fundamentals of AHU II (1h)

In this module, we look at hygienic AHUs, their definition, characteristics, applications, and certification, and we discuss general quality criteria of AHUs in regards to design, manufacturing, durability and performance.

Hygienic Air handling Units

Standards and guidelines
Eurovent, VDI 6022 and DIN 1946-4
Requirements in terms of design, components, transport, storage and assembly
Monitoring, inspections, and maintenance

Quality criteria in Air handling Units

Eurovent Industry Recommendation 6/18: “Minimum Requirements for Air Handling Units”
Identifying quality aspects to include in specification

Module 3 – Fans, Drives and Motors (1,5h)

Fans are the heart of every AHU, this module showcases different types of fans, discusses the differences between direct and indirect driven fans, and looks into different motor and drive technologies.

Theoretical background
Belt driven, direct driven, fan wall technology
Benefits of certification for AHU
Safety and connectivity features of drives as part of AHU
Energy Efficiency

Module 4 - Air filtration (1,5h)

This level is designed for planners and consultants. It will enable participants to identify the most important IAQ parameters and include them in their planning and building design work. Among others, Air quality monitoring, filtration plans, and sustainable business models will get a closer look and in practical sessions, various industry solutions will be introduced and evaluated.

IAQ
Air Filters for General Ventilation
ISO 16890 Standard
Filter classification and products
Filter certification

Module 5 – Energy Recovery (1h)

Plate heat exchangers and rotary wheels
Enthalpy wheels
Materials
Certification
Impact on energy efficiency

Module 6 – Humidification (1h)

Applications
Types and selection criteria,
Minimum requirements in accordance with application,
Misconceptions
Standards and references

Module 7 – Controls (1h)

Importance of Control systems for Air Handling Units
Benefits
Protocols
Interconnectivity
Energy performance aspects

Module 8 – Certification (1h)

The Eurovent Certification programme
Certification of components
Certification of AHUs
Energy label for hot and humid environments

Module 9 – Specification (1,5h)

In this module we will discuss several cases of wrongly written specifications. Participants will have the chance to interact with the speakers and evaluate mistakes. It will also provide the opportunity to exchange with speakers and receive advice, opinions, and feedback on specific specification items.

Dates

The next course will start on 24 October 2023. Course dates are:

Module 1: 24 October, 13:00-14:00h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-15:30h (Delhi, IST)
Module 2: 26 October, 13:00-14:00h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-15:30h (Delhi, IST)
Module 3: 31 October, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)
Module 4: 02 November, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)
Module 5: 07 November, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)
Module 6: 09 November, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)
Module 7: 14 November, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)
Module 8: 16 November, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)
Module 9: 21 November, 13:00-14:30h (Dubai, GST) | 14:30-16:00h (Delhi, IST)