Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

he student is able to define the basic concepts of heat transfer technology and flow technology and to apply flow technology in dimensioning and balancing flow engineering networks. The student identifies conventional heat transfer applications in HVAC technology.

Content (course unit)

Basic concepts of heat transfer and fluid dynamics. Dimensioning and balancing of building systems. Pipeline dimensioning in closed and open circuits with dimensioning diagrams and computation. Head losses in different parts. Performance characteristics of heat exchangers, pumps and fans with performance diagrams. Forms of heat transfer and heat loss calculations in the case of a flat surface and pipe. Determination of heat transfer coefficient.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Orientation of Engineering and
Tools for Building Services modules or equivalent

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes the basic concepts of heat transfer and fluid dynamics. The student is able to make simple flow and temperature calculations

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student is able to apply the concepts of heat transfer and fluid dynamics to practical HVAC problems. The student is able to make applied flow calculations.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students master the concepts and calculation principles of heat transfer and fluid dynamics. The student can also apply them in different HVAC technical problems and calculations.

Assessment scale

0-5