Study Guide

Objectives

The aim of the course is to develop basic competence in indoor climate and ventilation in buildings. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Identify factors related to indoor climate.
• Recognize and address the ventilation needs of residential buildings while considering functionality and energy efficiency.
• Size the ventilation system for residential buildings and select the necessary components.
• Identify regulations and guidelines governing indoor climate from regulations and other sources.
• Use the Mollier diagram to analyze basic air processes.
• Develop a basic ventilation plan for a residential apartment building.

Content

• Thermodynamics of moist air and basic processes in air conditioning using the Mollier diagram.
• Sizing of ventilation units.
• Design constraints for ventilation systems in residential and office buildings.
• Comparison and selection of systems.
• Typical methods for sizing ductwork and basic adjustment.
• Calculation of cooling needs for air conditioning.
• Key principles of air distribution.
• Fundamentals of airflow theory for exhaust and supply jets.
• Selection of air distribution devices.
• General principles of acoustics in ventilation.
• Utilization of regulations and guidelines related to ventilation.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student can identify regulations and directives related to ventilation and indoor climate and determine the ventilation needs for residential buildings. They can recognize various implementation solutions and size systems and their components using provided guidelines. The student can use the Mollier diagram for simple problem-solving tasks and document necessary aspects clearly in design documents.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

In addition to meeting satisfactory level requirements, the student can select alternative ventilation solutions for residential buildings with justification. They can utilize the Mollier diagram almost effortlessly as a tool. The design documents are of nearly professional quality.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to meeting the requirements for a good level, the student possesses a broad and well-founded understanding of various ventilation systems, air distribution, and related aspects. They can proficiently use the Mollier diagram as a tool. Furthermore, their design documents are of professional quality.