HVA 1221 Heating Systems

Introduction to the basic concepts of all heating systems found in light commercial applications for the experienced and inexperienced in HVAC. A comprehensive presentation of HVAC systems, including rooftop packaged systems, heat pumps, packaged low-pressure boiler systems, and packaged unitary heaters. Includes low-pressure hot water and steam generation, including the fundamentals of heat generation in water-based heating systems. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

Prerequisites: DEV 0015

Course Outcomes

• Explain the combustion process.
• Describe the different types of water treatment and when and where they are used.
• Describe the proper application and safe use of various fuel sources.
• Describe the proper use of fuel economizers.
• Describe the sequence of operation in basic systems.
• Identify different types of boilers.
• Explain the concept of radiant heating.
• Discussions and examples of good and proper customer service addressing ethical issues within the business.

Credit Hours: 3

• Classroom: 2 hours
• Lab: 2 hours

• Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering
• Department: HVAC-R Engineering Technology

• Repeatable Credit: No
• Offered Online: No