Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Mechanical Technology Department
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
General Organization for Technical

Education and Vocational Training
Colleges of Technologe Directorate

Deanship of Academic Affairs
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY
CURRICULUM FOR
REFRIGERATION
AND AIR CONDITIONING
PREPARED BY
Dr. Yousif M. Suleiman
Dr. Mahmoud A. Abdelsalam
Dr. Elsayed A. Elshafei
Dr. Abdelaziz M. Abdelaziz
Eng. Mohamed A. Mustafa
FIRST EDITION
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Department Mechanical Technology
Major Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
Course Title Electrical and Electronic Principles
Code
ELE 219
Prerequisite None
Semester
Credit hr/w
Course Description :
The course covers topics on principles of electricity and the
characteristics and performance of transformers and electrical
motors. Topics giving a basic knowledge of electronic devices,
transistors and ICs are also covered.
Contact
hr/w
Contact
hr/sem.
L
W
T
L
W
T
3
3
45
General Goal :
To enable the student to perform electrical calculations and understand the characteristics and performance of
electrical and electronic components used in refrigeration and air conditioning technology.
Behavioral Objectives :
The student should be able to:
identify electrical components and explain their characteristics.

explain the basic laws of electricity and perform simple electrical calculations.
explain the need for transformers and their function.
identify motor types .
explain motor performance characteristics and operation requirements.
differentiate between conductors and semiconductors
explain types of semiconductor material and the construction and the applications of a diode.
explain the construction and characteristics of a transistor and its use as a switch and amplifier.
explains how electronic devices are integrated in one small size substrate to form a
complete electronic circuit operation
Topics (Theory):
Electrical components (resistors (PTC, NTC,) capacitors, inductors)

Review of basic electrical principles(Ohms law, Kirchoffs law, magnetism)
Transformers
Electrical motors (1- & 3- ){ types (as used in Ref. & A/C technology), characteristic curves, starting
procedures, selection criteria, control circuits, protection}
Basics of electronic devices
Diode applications (rectification, detection, clipping)
Transistor (construction, characteristics, operation as a switch and amplifier)
Integrated circuits
Operational amplifier
L = Lecture Hours, W = Workshop/Laboratory Hours, T = Tutorial Hours
1- Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning

Author : Russel E. Smith
Publisher : Delmar
Textbook:
Additional
Reading:
2- Electronics , Principles and Applications

Author : Graham Giller
Publisher : Sigma Press
Principles of Refrigeration
Author: Roy J. Dossat
Publisher: Prentice Hall
References:
Detailed Curriculum ( Theory )

Contents
Hrs
12
Behavioral Objectives
Electrical components
The student should be able to :

identify electrical components
and explains their characteristics
Resistors (PTC, NTC)

Capacitors
Inductors
Review of basic electrical principles
DC & AC circuits
Explain the basic laws of

electricity and performs simple
electrical calculations
Explain the need for

transformers and their function
Identify motor types

Explain motor performance
characteristics and operation
requirements.
Ohms law
Kirchoffs law
Magnetism
Transformers
Construction
Types
Function
Laws
Electrical motors (1 & 3 )
Types (as used in Ref. & A/C technology)
Characteristic curves
Starting procedures
Selection criteria
Control circuits
Protection
Basics of electronic devices

Semiconductors
Differentiate between
conductors and semiconductors
Explain types of semiconductor
material and the construction and
the applications of a diode.
P-type material, n-type material

Pn junction (diode)
Diode applications
Rectification
Detection
Clipping
The Transistor
Construction
Characteristics (input, output)
Explain the construction and

characteristics of a transistor and
its use as a switch and amplifier
Explain how electronic devices

are integrated in one small size
substrate to form a complete
electronic circuit operation
Operation as a switch and amplifier
Integrated circuits
Construction of integrated circuits

Connections of ICs to power supply (inputs,
outputs)
Operational amplifier
Applications
Power supply circuit
Timer circuit
Counter circuit
Course Title Thermodynamics
Code
MEC 215
Prerequisite
Semester
The course introduces the basic system of units and
thermodynamic definitions necessary for understanding the first and
second laws of thermodynamics when applied to refrigeration and
air-conditioning systems. The properties of humid air as well as their
associated calculations are also covered in detail.
Credit hr/w
Contact
hr/w
Contact
hr/sem.
L
W
T
L
W
T
3
2
2
30
30
General Goal :
To make the student understand the thermodynamic concepts of heat and work and their relative merits
according to the first and second laws of thermodynamics and apply these laws to Ref. A/c systems. He deals with
atmospheric air as a mixture of gases and water vapor in a way that their psychometric properties can be
determined.
Define the units of basic and derived physical quantities in SI, metric and British systems and make
conversions between them.
Identify and /or determine various physical and thermodynamic properties
Recognize and describe the relevant thermodynamic definitions and clarify the relation between heat and
work.
Use the characteristic equation of state to relate the gas properties.
Determine the internal energy and enthalpy for a perfect gas.
Apply the first law of thermodynamics to open and closed systems.
Clarify the concept of Carnot cycle and entropy and deduce the C.O.P. for a refrigerator and a heat pump.
Recognize the relation between boiling pressure and temperature.
State and recognize the different states of matter.
Differentiate between sensible and latent heat.
Use the thermodynamic relations to relate the fluid properties according to the path connecting the initial
and final states.
Plot different processes on T-s and p-h diagrams.
Define the contents of the humid (atmospheric) air.
Calculate the properties of humid air: specific humidity, relative humidity and specific enthalpy.
Use different types of thermometers to measure the temperature of a fluid.
Fix a thermocouple and obtain the calibration curve
Recognize the construction of different gauges and their principles of operation
Select the appropriate gauge for a certain application and range of operation and perform pressure
measurement
Select the suitable device for a certain application.
Make the necessary corrections and calculations to get the required velocity or flow rate.
Determine the relative humidity from measurement of wet and dry bulb temperatures.
Recognize the construction and the principle of operation of hygrometer and select the feasible
psychrometer
Apply the first law of thermodynamic to a practical operating system.
Topics:
Theory:
Systems of Units
Thermodynamic definitions
The perfect gas
First Law of Thermodynamics
Second Law of Thermodynamics
Temperature measurement
Change of state
Thermodynamic processes measurement
Properties of Humid Air
Practice:
Pressure measurement
Velocity and flow rate
Relative humidity measurement
Energy balance
Textbook:
Additional
Reading:
Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering Technologists

Authors : Eastop, T. D. & Mc Conkey, A
1- Principles of Refrigeration
Author : Roy J. Dossat
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Chapters : 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
2- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Author: Stoecker, W. F. & Jones. J. W
Publisher : McGraw - Hill International
Chapters : 2 and 3
References:
ASHRAE Volume of Fundamentals
Detailed Curriculum (Theory)

Hrs
Contents
- Define the units of basic and

derived physical quantities in SI,
metric and British systems.
- Make conversions between SI and
other systems of units.
Systems of Units:
SI, metric and British units.
Conversion between different units
- Identify and /or determine various

physical and thermodynamic
properties
- Recognize and describe the
thermodynamic definitions.
- Clarify the relation between heat
and work
Thermodynamic definitions:
Property: pressure (absolute and gauge),
temperature, specific volume.
State
Process
Cycle
System, boundaries and surroundings
Heat and Work
Energy
- Use the characteristic equation of

state to relate the gas properties.
- Determine the internal energy and
enthalpy for a perfect gas.
The perfect gas

The characteristic equation of state
Gas constant
Specific heats
Internal energy and enthalpy
First Law of Thermodynamics:

Closed and open systems
Mathematical formulae of the first law for closed
and steady flow open systems.
Application of the first law to closed and open
systems such as compressors, heat exchangers, pumps,
expansion devices, mixing processes, etc.
- Differentiate between open and

closed systems.
- Apply the first law of
thermodynamics to open and
closed systems.
- Clarify the concept of Carnot cycle

and entropy
- Deduce the C.O.P. for a
refrigerator and heat pump.
Second Law of Thermodynamics

The concept of heat engine.
Entropy: reversibility and irreversibility.
Carnot and reversed Carnot cycle
C.O.P. for reversed Carnot cycle.
6
Change of state:
Boiling pressure and temperature
Subcooled, saturated and superheated states of
matter
Latent heat of vaporization and solidification.
Construction of T-s diagram
Construction of p-h diagram
4
Thermodynamic processes:
Constant pressure
Constant volume
Constant temperature
Adiabatic polytropic
Presentation of different processes on T-s and p-h
diagrams.
- Recognize the relation between

boiling pressure and temperature
- state and recognize the different
sates of matter
- Differentiate between sensible and
latent heat.
- Recognize different lines in T-s
and p-h diagrams.
- Use the thermodynamic relations to
relate the fluid properties
according to the path connecting
the initial and final states
- Plot different processes on T-s and
p-h diagrams.
- Define the contents of the humid

(atmospheric) air
- Calculate the properties of humid
air such as specific humidity,
relative humidity and specific
enthalpy.
6
Properties of Humid Air
Humid (atmospheric) air contents.
Dry and wet bulb temperatures.
Daltons law for gas mixtures.
Specific and relative humidities and their
calculations.
Specific enthalpy.
Detailed Curriculum (Practice)

Hrs
Contents

6
Temperature Measurement:
Liquid thermometers
Resistance thermometers
Bimetallic strip
thermocouples
Pressure Measurement
Bourdon-tube gauges
diaphragm gauges
- Use different types of thermometers

to measure the temperature of a
fluid.
- fix a thermocouple and obtain the
calibration curve
- Recognize the construction of

different gauges and their principles
of operation
- Select the appropriate gauge for
certain application and range of
operation.
- Perform pressure measurement
Velocity and flow Measurement
Vane anemometer
Turbine flow meter
Pitot tube
Velocimeter
- Select the suitable device for certain

application.
- Make the necessary corrections and
calculations to get the required
velocity or flow rate.
- Determine the relative humidity from
measurement of wet and dry bulb
temperatures.
- Recognize the construction and the
principle of operation of hygrometer.
- Select the feasible psychro-meter for
certain application.
Relative Humidity Measurement
Sling psychrometer
Aspirating psychrometer
Hygrometer
10
Energy balance
Parallel or counter flow heat exchanger
Measurement of inlet and outlet temperatures of

both hot and cold fluids
Measurement of mass flow rates of both hot and

cold fluids
Energy balance by applying first law of

thermodynamics for open systems
- Apply the first law of thermodynamic

to a practical operating system
Course Title Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics
Code
MEC 216
Prerequisite
Semester
This course introduces the basic material of heat transfer and
fluid mechanics with special emphasis on the topics that have wide
application in the field of refrigeration and air-conditioning. The
main subjects are the heat transfer by conduction, convection and
radiation. The processes of heat transfer during phase changes are
also covered. Fluid properties and fluid flow equations of motion
and energy constitute the remainder of the course.
Credit hr/w
Contact
hr/w
Contact
hr/sem.
L
W
T
L
W
T
2
2
30
General Goal :
To make the student understand the principles of heat transfer and fluid mechanics which would help him to
analyze the performance of various systems of refrigeration and air conditioning.
Recognize and differentiate between different modes of heat transfer
Apply Fouriers law
Determine the rate of heat transfer and temperature distribution through composite plane and cylindrical
walls
Determine the critical radius of insulating material
Differentiate between free and forced convection
Apply Newtons law of cooling
Identify the convective heat transfer coefficient and film resistance and calculate overall rate of heat
transfer
Calculate the rate of heat transfer with fins
Calculate radiation heat transfer between two surfaces
Differentiate between nucleate and film boiling and estimate boiling heat transfer coefficient.
Differentiate between film and drop-wise condensation and estimate condensation heat transfer coefficient.
Differentiate between dynamic and kinematic viscosity and use tables to obtain viscosities according to
temperature
Apply the law of hydrostatics for horizontal and vertical tube
Determine fluid pressure using different manometers
Differentiate between compressible and incompressible, steady and unsteady, laminar and turbulent flow
Recognize the meaning of the average velocity and Reynolds number
Apply the equation of continuity to open systems
Identify different types of energies such as pressure, kinetic and total energy
Present Bernoullis equation in the graphical form
Apply Bernoullis equation to Pitot tube and venturi meters
Explain the friction factor and calculate pressure drop in pipes, ducts and fittings due to fluid motion.
Topics (Theory):
b. Fluid mechanics
Fluid properties
One dimensional-steady state law of
hydraulics.
Elements of fluid flow
Equation of continuity
Bernoullis equation
Friction loss
a. Heat transfer:
Modes of heat transfer
Heat transfer by conduction
Heat transfer by convection
Heat transfer by thermal radiation
Heat transfer with phase change
Textbook:
1- Heat Transfer
Author : J. P. Holman
2- Fluid Mechanics for Technologists
Author: J. Bugler
Publisher: Longman Cheshire
Additional
Reading:
References:

Hrs
Contents
Heat transfer
1

Recognize and differentiate between different
modes of heat transfer
Modes of heat transfer
Apply Fouriers law
Heat transfer by conduction: One

dimensional steady state
Determine the rate of heat transfer and

temperature distribution through composite plane
and cylindrical walls
Fouriers law
Heat flow through single & composite
plane walls
Determine the critical radius of insulating

material.
Heat flow through a hollow cylinder

with composite wall
Critical thickness of insulation
Differentiate between free and forced

convection
Heat transfer by convection

Free and forced convection
Apply Newtons law
Newtons law
Identify the convective heat transfer coefficient

and film resistance
Heat transfer through composite plane

and cylindrical walls with convective
resistance
Calculate overall rate of heat transfer

Calculate the rate of heat transfer with fins
Convection enhancement by using fins
Calculate radiation heat transfer between two

surfaces
Heat transfer by thermal radiation

Stefan Boltzmann law
Absorptivity, reflectivity and
transmissivity
Shape factor
Radiation between two surfaces
Differentiate between nucleate and film boiling.
Heat transfer with phase change
Estimate boiling heat transfer coefficient.
Types of boiling
Differentiate between film and dropwise

condensation
Boiling heat transfer coefficient
Estimate condensation heat transfer coefficient.
Types of condensation
Condensation heat transfer coefficient
Fluid Mechanics

Differentiate between dynamic and Kinematic
viscosity
Fluid properties:
Dynamic viscosity
Use the tables to obtain the viscosity

according to temperature
Kinematic viscosity
Law of hydrostatics
Apply the law of hydrostatics for horizontal

and vertical tube
Horizontal and vertical pressure

variations
Determine fluid pressure using different

manometers
Manometers
Differentiate between Compressible and

incompressible, steady and unsteady, laminar
and turbulent flow
Elements of fluid flow

Compressible and incompressible flow
Recognize the meaning of the average

velocity and Reynolds number
Steady and unsteady flow

Reynolds number
Laminar and turbulent flow
Average velocity and rate of volume
flow
Apply the equation of continuity to open

systems
Equation of continuity
Identify different types of energies such as

pressure, kinetic and total energy
Bernoullis equation
Present Bernoullis equation in the graphical

form
Forms of energy
Apply Bernoullis equation to Pitot tube and

venturi meters
Formulation
Application
Explain and determine the friction factor

6
Calculate pressure drop in pipes, ducts and

fittings due to fluid motion.
Friction loss
Friction factor for laminar and turbulent
flow
Darcy equation
Pressure drop in pipes and ducts
Friction loss in fittings.
Basic Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
Course Title Workshop

Prerequisite Preparatory Workshop
Code
MER 201
Semester
The course deals with materials, tools, measuring devices and
applying safety regulations in the workshop. Identification and
recognition of mech. and elec. components as well as safety and
control devices for simple ref. & a/c units are parts of the course.
Leak detection, evacuation and charging of the system is included.
Both desert air coolers and car air conditioners are also included in
the course.
Credit hr/w
Contact
hr/w
Contact
hr/sem.
L
W
T
L
W
T
3
6
90
General Goal :
To make the student learn how to apply and follow safety regulations and realizes the proper usage of tools,
materials and measuring devices. He will be experienced in dealing with the mechanical and electrical components
of simple units as well as the necessary accessories.
Apply safety rules and follow them strictly
Select the proper material for soldering
Measure the tube size
Use all the tools efficiently
Use measuring devices correctly
Select the appropriate alloy and flux
Carry out different soldering and brazing operations
Identify the different mechanical components of simple ref. & a/c units
Explain the functions of the different mechanical components of simple ref. & a/c units
Detect windings and check them, perform oil test and insulation resistance test.
Identify the different electrical controls and safety devices.
Perform leak test using different detectors according to standards
Evacuate the system properly
Check the system before charging
Identify the types of single phase motors
Connects the electrical, control and safety devices according to the wiring diagram
Start up single phase motors
Facilitate and perform charging of the system
Realize the function of each accessory in the system
Fit, install, insert or connect any of the accessories in the system and set the system into operation
Recognize the components of desert air cooler and their functions
Recognize the components of car air conditioning and detect faults of the system
Topics (Practice):
Safety Regulations
Leak Detection and Evacuation
Charging the system
Methods of Starting Single Phase Motors
Material Tools and Measuring Devices
Accessories in Ref. Circuits Desert Air Coolers
Copper Tube Work and Soldering
Desert Air Coolers
Components of Simple Ref. & A/C Units
Car A/C Systems
Textbook:
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Author : Andrew D. Althouse, etal.
Publisher : good heart-Willcox
Additional
Reading:
References:

Hrs
Contents
Safety Regulations
Rules
Excessive voltage
Protection circuit
Emergency switches

-Apply safety rules and follow them strictly
Material Tools and Measuring Devices.
Materials used
Quality
Size
Special tools
*tube cutter
*inner and outer reamer
*copper tube bender
*flaring tool
*ratchet wrench
Measuring devices
*high & low pressure gauges
*manifold gauge
*charging cylinder
* vacuum pump
*multimeters (voltage,resistance and current)
-Select the proper material for soldering

-Measure the tube size
-Use all the tools efficiently
-Use measuring devices correctly
12
Copper Tube Work and Soldering.
Alloys and fluxes used in ref.

circuits for different working
temperatures
Soldering connections
Brazing connections
Oxygen-acetylene
Electric welding
-Select the appropriate alloy and flux

-Carry out different soldering and brazing
operations
-Identify the different mechanical components of

simple ref. & a/c units
-Explain the functions of the different mechanical
components of simple ref. & a/c units
-Detect windings and check them
-Perform oil test
-Perform insulation resistance test
-Identify the different electrical controls and safety
devices.
18
Simple Ref. & A/C Units
Mechanical components
*compressor
**functions
**types
**windings and its conditions
** insulation resistance
**oil test
**fixed and moving parts
* condenser
**functions
**types
*evaporator
**functions
**types
Electrical components
*circuit breakers
*relays
*overloads
*capacitors
*thermostats
*pressurestat
-Perform leak test using different detectors
according to standards
-Evacuate the system properly
*Check the system before charging
9
Leak Detection and Evacuation
Leak detection
*methods
*pressurized method
*evacuation method
*detectors
*electronic detector
*halide torch
*sulphuric tester
*soap
Evacuation and dehydration

*instruments
*connections
-Identify the types of single phase motors

-Connects the electrical, control and safety devices
according to the wiring diagram
-Start up single phase motors
9
Methods of Starting Single Phase Motors
Split phase motors
Capacitor start motors
Capacitor start and run motors
Permanent capacitor motors
9
Charging the system
Methods
*weight, refrigerant condition, through S.G
*pressure-temperature relation
*superheat
Instruments
Procedures
Start up
-Facilitate charging
-Perform charging of the system
-Realize the function of each accessory

-Fit, install, insert or connect any of the accessories
in the system
-Set the system into operation
6
Accessories in Ref. Circuits
Valves
Filter-driers
Strainers
Sight glasses
Flexible pipes
Solenoid valves
Non - return valves
Heat exchangers
Receivers
Thermostats
Pressurestats
Liquid & oil -separators, -
accumulators,...etc.
,
-Recognize the components of the cooler and it s

functions
6
Desert Air Coolers
Components
Functions
Operations
-Recognize the components of the system

-Detect faults of the system
12
Car A/C Systems
Components
Operation
Faults findings
Course Title Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Principles
Code
MER 221
Prerequisite Thermodynamics
Semester
This course introduces the student to ideal and actual vapor
compression refrigeration cycles and enables him to study the
performance of simple refrigeration systems using different
refrigerants. Psychrometric processes and cooling load estimation,
are also included in the course.
Credit hr/w
Contact
hr/w
Contact
hr/sem.
L
W
T
L
W
T
4
3
2
45
30
General Goal :
To make the student understand the performance of a simple refrigeration system using different refrigerants
and make him able to calculate thermal loads in spaces to be air-conditioned.
Identify the thermal and physical properties of different refrigerants

Deduce the chemical composition of different refrigerants.
Clarify the characteristics of each refrigerant referring to it,s oil miscibility, environmental impact,...etc.
Substitute for CFC,S with high Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)

Illustrate the three regions and the direction of phase changing and identify the lines and scales on the ph
diagram
Calculate the c. o. p and cycle capacity using different refrigerants.
Explain the effect of superheating and subcooling on the c. o. p and refrigerating effect.
Define the mechanical, volumetric and isentropic efficiencies and differentiate between them
Identify the lines and scales which represent different terms on the psychrometric chart and draw lines of
constant property values, and determine the condition of air using the psychrometric chart.
Relate the psychrometric terms such as DBT, WBT and RH to the conditions of the air as it passes through
an air conditioning system
Define latent heat, sensible heating and cooling, evaporative cooling, specific volume and enthalpy,...etc
State the relationship of specific volume to air density and how this affects fan and fan motor sizing
Determine outside design conditions for both summer and winter using available weather data
Identify different factors affecting human comfort
Determine inside comfort design temperature and relative humidity using charts and manuals
Interpret climatic conditions and show their effects on AC systems
Explain the procedure for cooling load estimation
Use forms and associated tables and worksheets to estimate cooling or heating loads
Evaluate the complete load capacity and propose the suitable A/C system.
Calculate cooling coils capacities using the Psychrometric chart.
Describe the principles of operation and applications of different expansion devices.
Execute all necessary measurements and calculations in air conditioning processes.
Topics:
Practice:
Theory:
Performance of a Single Stage V.C.C Using

Different Expansion Devices
Refrigerants
p-h Diagram
Psychrometric Chart
Simple Vapor Compression Cycle
Psychrometric Processes
Psychrometric Chart
Processes in A/C
Cooling Load Estimation
Textbook:
1-Principles of Refrigeration
2-Air Conditioning Engineering
Author : W. P. Jones
Additional
Reading:
Handbook of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Author : Shan K. Wang
Publisher : McGraw Hill
References:

Hrs
Contents

Identify the thermal and physical
properties of different refrigerants
Deduce the chemical composition of
different refrigerants.
Clarify the characteristics of each
refrigerant referring to :
- It,s oil miscibility
Refrigerants
Thermal and physical properties

Chemical composition
Oil miscibility
Moisture effect
Leak detection
Environmental impact
- Moisture content of the system

- Leak detection
- Environmental impact
p-h Diagram
Construction of log ph diagram

Illustrating the three regions and paths
as follows:
- Subcooled region
- Phase change region
- Superheated region
- Constant pressure, constant temperature,
specific volume, dryness fraction,
enthalpy and entropy
p-h diagrams for different refrigerants
10
Substitute for CFC,S with high Ozone

Depletion Potential (ODP)
Illustrate the three regions and the direction

of phase changing
Identify the lines and scales on the ph
diagram
Draw the different paths on the chart.
Read values using the ph diagram such as
enthalpies, entropies, specific volumes,
dryness fractions,...etc.
Study ph diagrams for different
refrigerants
Simple Vapor Compression Cycle
Flow & state diagrams

Thermodynamic processes
Modification of the simple cycle
(practical or actual cycle)
Effect of suction and condensing
temperatures on cycle efficiency and
capacity
Effect of superheating and subcooling
on cycle efficiency and capacity
Effect of pressure losses in the various
parts of the system
Mechanical, volumetric and isentropic
efficiencies
Draw the cycle into the hlogp diagram

Calculate the c. o. p and cycle capacity
using different refrigerants.
Explain the effect of superheating and
subcooling on the c. o. p and refrigerating
effect.
Define the mechanical, volumetric and
isentropic efficiencies and differentiate
between them

2
Psychrometric Chart
Construction of psychrometric chart

showing lines of constant property
values :
Lines of constant dry bulb temperature
Lines of constant relative humidity
Lines of constant specific volume
Lines of constant wet bulb temperature
Lines of constant enthalpy
Lines of constant dew point temperature
Identify the lines and scales which

represent different terms on the
psychrometric chart
Draw lines of constant property values on
the psychrometric chart.
Determine the condition of air using the
psychrometric chart.
5
Sensible heating
Sensible cooling
Humidification, cooling and
dehumidification (ADP)
Sensible heat factor
Evaporative cooling
Air mixture
Specific volume
Enthalpy
Relate the psychrometric terms such as

DBT, WBT and RH to the conditions of the
air as it passes through an air conditioning
system
Define latent heat, sensible heating and
cooling, evaporative cooling, air mixing,
apparatus dew point, specific volume and
enthalpy
State the relationship of specific volume to
air density and how this affects fan and fan
motor sizing
State how enthalpy is related to the
measurement of both latent heat and sensible
heat changes
Inside & Outside Design Conditions
Outside design conditions
- Use of tables of recommended outside

design conditions for selected
localities throughout the world
Inside design conditions
- Comfort zone
- Factors affecting human comfort
- Standard comfort zones
- Winter and summer comfort conditions
18
Determine outside design conditions for

both summer and winter using available
weather data
Identify different factors affecting human
comfort
Determine inside comfort design
temperature and relative humidity using
charts and manuals
Interpret climatic conditions and show their
effects on AC systems
Cooling Load Estimation

Sources of heat gains:
Solar heat gain
- Sensible heat gain through glass
- Transmission heat gain
Heat gain from people and lights
Heat gain from equipment
Heat gain from ventilation and
infiltration
Total sensible and latent heat gains
Sensible heat factor
State the purpose of a load estimate

State the procedure for calculating heat
gains
Describe the effect of the different loads on
the estimation of the cooling load
Use forms and associated tables and
worksheets supplied by A/C & Ref.
Organizations such as (ARI) and (ACCA) to
estimate cooling or heating loads
Use appropriate tables of factors in
determining sensible and latent heat gain
Evaluate the complete load capacity
Differentiate between sensible and latent

loads
Propose the suitable A/C system.
Calculate cooling coils capacities using the
Psychrometric chart.
Estimate heating load.

Hrs
Contents
14
Performance of a Single Stage V.C.C Using

Different Expansion Devices
Manual (hand) controlled expansion valve
Capillary tube
Automatic expansion valve (constant
pressure valve)
Thermostatic expansion valve with:
- Internal equalization
- External equalization
Electric and electronic expansion devices
16
Processes in A/C
Sensible and latent loads
Humidification, dehumidification
Water consumption
Condensation water flow rate
Air mixing

Describe the principles of operation and
applications.
Execute all necessary measurements

and calculations
Course Title Commercial Refrigeration Workshop
Code
MER 202
Prerequisite Basic Ref. & A/C Workshop, Electrical & Electronic Principles
Semester
Credit hr/w
The course deals with assembling the mechanical and
electrical parts of complete commercial refrigeration units, connecting
the components according to wiring diagrams for various start ups (e.g.
pump out and pump down), carrying out defrost methods, and solving
troubleshooting problems and recording data
L
Contact
hr/w
T
L
Contact
hr/sem.
90
General Goal :
To let the student learn how to assemble the mechanical parts of refrigeration units according to the control
requirements and allow him to read and understand control circuits, modify control and power circuits, operate
units and analyze the running recorded measurements.
Compare between various 3-phase motors starting
Select and assemble simple Ref. unit according to application requirements
Choose the suitable method for defrosting
Assemble the mechanical components for defrost cycle
Connect the electrical circuit for defrost cycle
Select and assemble the mechanical parts including accessories and pipe connections needed for
commercial Ref. units according to the application requirements
Design and apply control and power circuits for commercial Ref. units according to control
requirements
Modify control and power circuits for commercial Ref. units according to control requirements
Perform log sheet analysis for commercial Ref. Units.
Topics (Practice):
Workshop:
Methods of Starting 3-phase motors used in C. Ref. Units
Selecting and Assembling a Simple Ref. Circuit
Method of Defrosting
Selecting and Assembling of Mechanical Refrigeration Cycle for Commercial Ref.

Units
Design and Execution of Control and Power Circuits for Commercial Ref. Units
Textbook:
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Author : Andrew D. Althouse, etal.
Additional
Reading:
References:
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook

Author : Billy C. Langly
Publisher : Prentice hall, New Jersey

Hrs
Contents
12
Methods of Starting 3-phase motors used in C. Ref.

Units
Direct starter
- current and torque values
- control and power circuits
Part winding starter
Star - delta starter
Compare between various 3-phase

motors starting
20
Selecting and Assembling a Simple Ref. Circuit

Mechanical parts
Control and power circuits
Adjusting and setting of safety, operating

and control devices
Putting unit into operation
Select and assemble simple ref. unit

according to application requirements
14
Method of Defrosting
Electric heater defrosting
Hot gas defrosting
- hot gas by pass
- reversed valve
- four nonreturn valve for hot gas
Warm water defrosting
Choose the suitable method for

defrosting
Assemble the mechanical components
of defrost cycle
Connect the electrical circuit for
defrost cycle
14
Selecting and Assembling of Mechanical Ref. Cycle

for Commercial Ref. Units
Main components
Accessories
Pipe connections
30
Design and Execution of Control and Power Circuits

for Commercial Ref. Units
a. for :
- direct starting
- pumping down operation
- electric heater defrosting
b. modifying for :
- star-delta starting
- pumping out operation
- hot gas defrosting
Necessary operation and safety devices
Log sheet analysis.
Select and assemble the mechanical

parts including accessories and pipe
connections needed for commercial Ref.
Units according to the application
requirements
Design and apply control and power

circuits for commercial Ref. units according
to control requirements
Modify control and power circuits for
commercial Ref. units according to control
requirements
Perform log sheet analysis for
commercial Ref. units
Course Title Refrigeration Systems and Equipment
Code
MER 222
Prerequisite Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Principles

Semester
Credit hr/w
The course is divided into two sections. The first section contains
the analysis and performance of the multi-compression, multievaporator refrigeration system and defrosts methods. The second
deals with the construction and the theory of operation of various
refrigeration equipment such as the compressors, evaporators,
condensers, expansion devices and piping arrangements.
Contact
hr/w
Contact
hr/sem.
L
W
T
L
W
4
4
3
2
45
30
General Goal :
To let the student know the construction and function of the main components of the commercial
refrigeration systems. He should also learn how to diagnose for troubleshooting.
Explain various methods of improving the simple vapor refrigeration cycle

Draw the processes of multi-compression, multi evaporator cycles on the p-h diagram
Calculate the improvement in the C.O.P. for multi-compression, multi evaporator systems
Describe the causes of frost formation and explain different methods of frost removal from evaporator
surface
Differentiate between different types of compressors and describe their various components and
functions
Determine the volumetric efficiency and indicated power of a compressor
Explain the methods of capacity control in compressors
Describe the lubricating and cooling systems in the compressors
Describe the construction and differentiate between different types of condensers.
Correlate the operating parameters of a condenser to obtain the outlet temperature of the refrigerant.
Describe the construction and performance of evaporators and differentiate between different types
Describe the construction, function and performance of each type of expansion devices
Calculate the length of capillary tube
Estimate the pressure drop due friction in pipes and fittings
Describe the suction and discharge piping arrangements and state the recommended velocities of the
refrigerant
Select the proper piping material
Connect all the required components by flexible hoses, perform a leak test and evacuate the system
completely
Charge the system properly
Connect the required electrical power, control and safety devices and operate the system
Measure the pressure, temperature, refrigerant flow rate and the compressor power consumption
Plot the refrigeration cycle on the p-h chart and evaluate the cycle performance
Select the right defrost method in a refrigeration system and execute the appropriate defrost circuit.
Detect the common sources of error in the multi-evaporator refrigeration systems.
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
Vapor compression refrigeration systems
Defrosting
Refrigeration equipment:
- Compressors
Performance
Systems
of
Defrost Methods
Refrigeration System Failure Analysis.
- Condensers
- Evaporators
- Expansion Devices
- Refrigeration Piping.
Textbook:
Additional
Reading:
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

ASHRAE Volume of Systems and Equipment
References:
2- A course in Refrigeration & A/C

Authors : Arora S. C. & Domkundwar
Publisher: Dhanpat Rai & Sons, Delhi, India.
Multi-evaporator

Hrs
Contents
14
Compound vapor compression systems

Multievaporator systems
At the same temperature
- Single compressor
- Multicompressors
At different temperatures
- Single compressor
- Multiple compressors
Multistage compression systems
- Desuperheating between stages
- Flash intercooling between stages
- Intercooling and liquid subcooling
Cascade systems

- explain various methods of improving
the simple vapor refrigeration cycle
- draw the modified cycles on the p- h
diagram
- discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various modified
systems
- calculate the C.O.P. for each system
Defrosting
Frost formation
Methods of defrosting
- Electric defrosting
- Hot gas defrosting
- Water defrosting

- Describe the causes of frost formation
- Explain different methods of frost
removal from evaporator surface
Refrigeration equipment
Compressors
External drive, hermetic and semihermetic
compressors
Reciprocating compressors
- Volumetric efficiency
- Power required to drive the compressor
- Multistage compression, cooling and intercooling
- Rotary compressors
- With one stationary sealing fixed blade and eccentric
rotor
- With sealing blades which rotate with eccentric rotor
Centrifugal compressors
Screw compressors
Scroll compressors
Cooling and lubrication of compressors
Capacity control
Condensers
Air cooled condensers: natural and forced
convection
Water cooled condensers: double tube, shell and
tube and evaporative
Evaporators
Flooded evaporators
Dry expansion evaporators
Natural convection evaporators
Forced convection evaporators

- Differentiate between different types of
compressors
- Describe various components of each
compressor and their function
- Explain the method of operation
- Determine the volumetric efficiency
and indicated power
- Explain the methods of capacity
control
- Describe lubricating and cooling
systems
- Describe the construction and

differentiate between different types of
condensers.
- Correlate the operating parameters to
obtain the outlet temperature of the
refrigerant.
- Differentiate between different types of
evaporators
- Describe the construction and
performance of evaporators.
Types of evaporators as per their design: shell and

coil, double pipe and plate type.
-describe the construction, function and performance
of each type of expansion devices
-calculate the length of capillary tube
-Expansion devices
*capillary tube
*automatic expansion valve
*thermostatic expansion valve
*float valve
-Refrigeration piping
*friction loss in pipes and fittings
*arrangement of piping for refrigeration systems
*pipe line material

-estimate the pressure drop due friction in pipes and
fittings
-describe the suction and discharge piping
arrangements
-state the recommended velocities of the refrigerant
inside the pipes
-select the proper piping material

Hrs
Contents
14
Performance of multievaporator systems

Mechanical circuits components
Electrical circuits components
Temperature, pressure and flow rate
measurements
System performance
Defrost methods
Electric defrost circuit
Hot gas defrost circuit
Reverse defrost circuit
10
Refrigeration System Failure Analysis

Clogged filter drier
Expansion device:
- Polluted filter strainer
- Blocked nozzle
- Loose bulb or sensor
- Broken capillary
- Wrong size
Evaporator
- Frost formation
- Fan failure
Condenser
- Fan failure
- Dirty coil
Refrigerant leak
Over charged system
Thermostat failure
Electrical control circuit failure
-Connect all the required components by flexible

hoses
-Perform a leak test
-Evacuate the system completely
-Charge the system properly
-Connect the required electrical power, control and
safety devices
-Operate the system
-Measure the pressure, temperature and the
refrigerant flow rate
-Measure the compressor power consumption by a
watt meter
-Plot the refrigeration cycle on the p-h chart
-evaluate the cycle performance
-Select the right defrosting method in a refrigeration
system.
-Execute the appropriate defrost circuit.
-Detect the common sources of error in the multievaporator refrigeration systems
Course Title Air-Conditioning Systems and Equipment
Code
MER 223
Prerequisite Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Principles

Semester
Credit hr/w
The course comprises theoretical and practical parts It
introduces the student to summer and winter air conditioning cycles,
describes the components of different types of air conditioning
systems such as air handling units , water chillers . hot water boilers,
cooling towers, evaporative condensers, fans and pumps... etc and
shows their performance. The course includes also water treatment
processes used in Ref. & A/C Systems.
Contact
hr/w
T
Contact
hr/sem.
45
30
General Goal :
To let the student know the different types of A/C Systems and understand the construction,
operation and performance of the different components used.
Determine the appropriate cycle for a given climatic conditions, draw it on the psychrometric chart
and identify the different psychrometric processes.
Identify the fields of application of air conditioning systems
Describe the different components of air conditioning systems.
Differentiate and compare between different air conditioning systems.
Choose the appropriate A/C system
Study the performance of the different types of fans and pumps.
Select the appropriate fan or pump
Measure pressure and flow rate and calculate efficiency and required power for fans or pumps
operation.
Identify different types of water chillers and show their applications
Describe the construction of different types of water chillers
Study the performance of different types of water chillers
Show the operation and maintenance of different types of water chillers
Describe the construction of different types of hot water boilers
Study the performance of different types of hot water boilers
Show the operation and maintenance of different types of hot water boilers
Describe the various components of the AHU & FCU and study their performance.
Maintain the AHU & FCU
Study the performance of a cooling tower or an evaporative condenser
Maintain a cooling tower or an evaporative condenser
Perform water treatment using different methods such as bleed-off and addition of chemicals.
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
Air Conditioning Cycles
Fans and Pumps Performance
Air Conditioning Systems
Water Chillers Performance
Fans & Pumps
Boilers Performance
Water Chillers
Hot Water Boilers
Air Handling Units, Fan Coil Units
Cooling Towers, Evaporative. Condensers
Water Treatment
Air handling Units Performance

CoolingTowers, Evaporative.
Condensers Performance
Air Distribution Measurements
Pressure Drops Measurements
Water Treatment
Textbook:
Air Conditioning Principles and Systems

Author : Edward G. Pita
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Additional
Reading:

1- ASHRAE Volume of Systems & Equipment
References:
2- CARRIER A/C Systems Design Manual

3- TRANE Air Conditioning Manual

Hrs
Contents
A/C Cycles
Summer cycle
Winter cycle
All year round cycle
Representation on the psychrometric chart
- determine the appropriate cycle for a given

climatic conditions.
- draw cycles on the psychrometric chart
- identify the psychrometric processes for each
cycle
Air Conditioning Systems

Fields of application
- Residential
- Commercial
- Industrial
Systems classification
- Unitary systems
-window, split, package, roof-top units
-heat pumps, evaporative coolers.
- Central Systems:
-all-air systems ( single zone , multizone, dualduct, variable air volume ... etc. )
-all-water systems
-air-water systems (air ducts + fan coil units)
- identify the fields of application of air

conditioning systems
- describe the different components of air
conditioning systems.
- classify air conditioning systems according to
cooling and heating loads available
- differentiate between different air
conditioning systems.
- choose the appropriate A/C system
Fans & Pumps

Types
Governing laws
Performance
Selection.
- identify and compare between different types.

- study the performance of the different types of
fans and pumps.
- select the appropriate fan or pump
- calculate the required power for fans or
pumps operation.
Water Chillers
Types
Construction
Performance
Operation
Maintenance
- identify different types of water chillers and

show their applications
- describe the construction of different types of
water chillers
- study the performance of different types of
water chillers
- show the operation and maintenance of
different types of water chillers
Hot Water Boilers

Types ( water-tube boilers & fire-tube
boilers)
Methods of firing ( internally , externally)
Fuels
Methods of water circulation
Boiler mounting and accessories:
- Safety valves
- Water level, temperature, and pressure
indicators
- describe the construction of different types of

hot water boilers
- study the performance of different types of hot
water boilers
- show the operation and maintenance of
different types of hot water boilers
Operation
Maintenance
- describe the various components of the AHU

& FCU
- study the performance of the AHU & FCU
- maintain the AHU & FCU
Air Handling Units , Fan Coil Units

Filters, cooling coil, preheater, humidifier,
reheater, fan
Performance
Installation
Maintenance
Cooling Towers & Evaporative Condensers

Types
Performance
Psychrometric analysis
Water consumption
Installation
Maintenance
- study the performance of a cooling tower or

an evaporative condenser
- control the cooling tower or the evaporative
condenser capacity
- calculate the water consumption for a cooling
tower or an evaporative condenser
- maintain a cooling tower or an evaporative
condenser
10
Water treatment
Characteristics of water
Scales and deposits control
Corrosion control
Biological control
Methods of water treatment
- determine the need for water treatment

- perform water treatment using different
methods such as bleed- off and addition of
chemicals

Hrs
Contents
Measure and estimate :

-pressure
-flow rate
-efficiency
Fans and Pumps Performance

Determination of the performance
Selection of the appropriate fan or
pump

-water temperatures
-water flow rate
-electricity consumption
-C.O.P.
4
Water Chillers Performance
Selection of the appropriate chiller
using catalogs
Control of chiller capacity
Calculation of cooling capacity and
power consumption
Determination of C.O.P.

-water temperatures
-water flow rate
-fuel consumption
-thermal efficiency
4
Boilers Performance
Selection of the appropriate boiler
using catalogs
Control of boiler capacity
Calculation of heating capacity and
power consumption
Determination of thermal efficiency

-velocity & flow rate
-temperatures
-cooling capacity
4
Air Handling Units Performance
Performance and selection of cooling
coils
Contact factor
4
Cooling Towers & Evaporative Condensers

Performance
Selection of using catalogs
Reduction of sound level in critical
areas
Control of cooling capacity
Calculation of the daily water
consumption
Air Distribution Measurements
Types of supply outlets and return
grilles and their selection
Recommended velocities in air
distribution systems
Noise criteria for the different
applications

-water temperatures
-wet bulb temperatures
-flow rates
-water consumption
-static and velocity ( dynamic ) pressure and
total fan pressure
Handle air measurement devices

professionally and very carefully
-air velocity pressure
-static pressure
-total pressure.
Pressure Drop Measurements

Pressure changes in a system
Fictional losses
Secondary losses.
Course Title Air-Conditioning Workshop
Code
MER 301
Prerequisite Air-Conditioning Systems and Equipment

Semester
Credit hr/w
This course presents a study of the different equipment
used in air conditioning systems. The procedure of installation,
operation, and maintenance for each equipment is also covered.
6
2
L
Contact
hr/w
T
L
Contact
hr/sem.
60
General Goal :
To make the student understand the operation of air conditioning equipment used in any air conditioning
system and know the methods of installation, operation and maintenance for each.

Prepare the location for installation of window, split, package and roof-top units
Prepare refrigerant piping, drain piping, electrical wiring and position of indoor and outdoor units
Adjust fan speed, belt tension, and pulley alignment for evap. and cond. fans
Perform running test and fill in log sheet to utilize it for periodic maintenance and troubleshooting
Carry out maintenance for the different components of the unit such as air filter, condenser,
evaporator,..etc.
Identify the different mechanical and electrical components of a water chiller and explain the sequence of
operation
Describe the components of chilled water piping system for the installed unit
Recognize the selection and preparation of the installation location
Explain the methods of chemical addition to the system
Perform running test and fill in log sheet to utilize it for periodic operation, checks and troubleshooting
Carry out maintenance for the different components of a water chiller including oil level check in sight
glass
,
Identify the different types of AHU S, recognize the function and installation requirements for each
section of the AHU, carry out the required maintenance for the different sections and examine the electrical
control circuits
Identify the different components of the air distribution system , perform measurements and compare the
measured values with the design values on the ductwork drawings
Make a complete (TAB) for the air distribution system
Carry out maintenance for dampers and clean the return air duct and return air grilles of an air distribution
system
Identify the different types of fans and centrifugal pumps
Identify the different components of a fan and a centrifugal pump
Recognize the installation requirements for a fan and a centrifugal pump
Carry out the required maintenance for a fan or centrifugal pump
Identify the different components of a cooling tower and an evaporative condenser
Explain the installation requirements and the sequence of operation for a cooling tower and an
evaporative condenser
Perform running test and fill in log sheets to utilize it for periodic evaluation and trouble shooting
Explain the preventive methods for scales and deposits, corrosion, slime and algae control
Describe the different types, components and accessories of a boiler and show the types of fuel used
Explain the installation requirements and the sequence of operation for a boiler

Carry out the required maintenance for a boiler.
Topics (Practice):
Window, Split, Package and Roof-Top Units Water Chillers

Air Handling Units
Air Distribution Systems
Fans & Pumps
Cooling Towers, Evap. Condensers
Hot Water Boilers
Textbook:
Additional
Reading:
1- Practical Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Author : Henry W. Puzio & Jim Johnson
Publisher : Delmar
1-Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Author: Andrew D. Althouse, etal.
2-Practical Competencies : An HVAC-R Lab. Book
Author : Cecil Johnson
Publisher : Delmar
References:

Hrs
Contents
14
Window Units, Split Units, Package

Units & Roof-Top Units :
Types
Components
Electrical circuit and
controls
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
12
Water Chillers:
Types
Components
Electrical circuits and
controls
Installation
Operation
Water treatment
Maintenance
Prepare the location for installation

Prepare refrigerant piping, drain piping, electrical
wiring and position of indoor and outdoor units
Adjust fan speed, belt tension, and pulley alignment for
evap. and cond. fans
Perform running test and fill in log sheet to utilize it
for periodic maintenance and troubleshooting
Carry out maintenance for the different components of
the unit such as air filter, condensate drain line,
condenser, condenser fan, evaporator and evaporator fan
Identify the different mechanical and electrical
components of a water chiller
Describe the components of chilled water piping
system for the installed unit
Recognize the selection and preparation of the
installation location
Explain the sequence of operation
Explain the methods of chemical addition to the
system
perform running test and fill in log sheet to utilize it for
periodic operation, checks and troubleshooting
carry out maintenance for the different components of
a water chiller including oil level check in sight glass
8
Air handling Units:
Types
Sections
Electric Circuit and
Controls
Installation
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
6
Air Distribution Systems:
Components
Testing adjusting and

balancing
Maintenance
Identify the different types of AHU,S such as vertical

or horizontal, blow through or drain through
Explain the function of each section and electrical
circuit
Clarify the installation requirements for each section
Recognize the function of flexible duct connector, fan
inlet guide vanes
Adjust fan speed and perform belt tension and pulley
alignment
Examine the electrical control circuits
Clean or replace air filter
Carry out maintenance for the different sections
Identify the different components of the air
distribution system such as air out lets, control dampers,
fire dampers,...etc.
Perform measurements of air volume flow rate, fan
speed, pressure generated, pressure drop through filters,
coils and duct
Compare the above measured values with design
8
Fans & Pumps
a. fans
Types
Components
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
b. Centrifugal pumps
Types
Components
Installation
Maintenance
6
Cooling Towers, Evap. Condensers
Components
Electrical and control
circuits
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Hot Water Boilers

Types
Fuels
Components and
accessories
Installation
Sequence of operation
Maintenance
values on the ductwork drawings

Make a complete (TAB) for the air distribution system
Check fir and smoke dampers
Carry out maintenance for dampers and clean the
return air duct and return air grilles
Identify the different types of fans such as centrifugal
(forward or backward curved) and axial fans
Identify the different components of a fan such as
impeller, casing, direct or vee belt drive, bearing and
electric motors
Recognize the installation requirements for a fan such
as use of canvas, spring and rubber type insulators and
belt guard leaving adequate clearance for inspection and
reduction of pressure drop through inlet and discharge
connections
Carry out the required maintenance for a fan
Identify the different types of cent. pumps such as inline, close coupled and flexible coupled
Recognize the different components of cent. pump
such as impeller (shroud,eye, vanes), suction and
discharge opening, casing, shaft, bearings, seal or
packing, electrical motor and electrical circuit
Explain the installation requirements such as using
strainer, filter and non-return valve, reducing
Noise level, ...etc.
Carry out the required maintenance for a cent. pump
such as replacing ball bearings, sleeve bearings,
mechanical shaft seal or packing, couplings,..etc.
Recognize the different components of a cooling tower
and an evaporative condenser
Recognize the installation requirements for a cooling
tower and an evaporative condenser
Explain the sequence of operation for a cooling tower
and an evaporative condenser
Perform running test and fill in log sheets to utilize it
for periodic evaluation and trouble shooting
Remove scales and deposits from for a cooling tower
and an evaporative condenser surfaces
Explain the preventive methods for corrosion control
Control slime and algae
Clean water basins and water nozzles
Perform belt tension
Describe the different types of boilers (fire tube or
water tube)
Clarify types of fuel (gas or liquid) used in boilers
Recognize components and accessories of a boiler
Explain installation requirements for a boiler
Explain the sequence of operation for a boiler
Carry out the required maintenance for a boiler
Course Title Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Control
Code
MER 321
Prerequisite Refrigeration Systems and Equipment, Air-Conditioning Systems and Equipment

Semester
Credit hr/w
The course introduces the principles of automatic control and
its applications to refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
Contact
hr/w
6
4
T
Contact
hr/sem.
45
30
General Goal :
To make the student understand the principles of automatic control and the associated electric and power
circuits for refrigeration and A/C units.
Recognize and differentiate between types of controllers

Identify the controlled variables
Describe the function and operation of different sensors
Describe the operation of the flow control devices
Describe the function and operation of regulators
Describe the function and operation of secondary control devices
Recognize the principles of electric circuits
Design control and power circuits for refrigeration units
Design and draw the various control circuits for commercial refrigeration units
Design and draw the defrost diagrams using various devices
Recognize different motor connections
Recognize liquid chiller control requirements and their schematic diagrams and describe methods of
capacity control
Recognize the principles of pneumatic control for large capacity AHUs.
Describe the function and operation of control systems of central A/C units
Describe and recognize methods of minimizing noise levels
Assemble and operate refrigeration circuits using various control devices
Record pressures, temperatures, refrigerant flow rate and compressor power
Explain the hunting of a thermostatic expansion valve and its prevention
Describe the advantages of electric and electronic devices
Assemble and operate refrigeration circuits with various regulators
Record pressures, temperatures, refrigerant flow rate and compressor power
Assemble and operate refrigeration circuits with electric heater and hot gas defrost
Use the PLC to execute simple circuits composed of logic gates
Use of PLC to perform simple control of a refrigeration unit
Perform a direct digital control of A/C system.
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
Principles of automatic Control

Refrigerant flow control
Regulators
Accessories
Electric circuits
Control and power circuits of unitary
Performance analysis of flow rate control

devices
Performance analysis of refrigeration unit
Programmable logic controller
systems
Liquid chiller control

Pneumatic control
Central A/C units control
Noise control
1- Principles of Refrigeration
Textbook:
2- Control Systems for Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning

Author : Roger W. Haines
1- Automatic Controls for Heating and Air Conditioning

Author : Harry J. Edwards
Additional
Reading:
2- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

3- Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
Author : G. Dunning
Publisher : Delmar
References:

Hrs
Contents

3
Block diagram
Types of controllers: proportional,
differential and integral
Controlled variables: pressure,
temperature, flow rate and humidity
Sensors
Refrigerant flow control
- Recognize and differentiate between types of

controllers
- Identify the controlled variables
- Describe the function and operation of
different sensors
Principles of automatic Control
- Describe the operation of the flow control

devices
Capillary tube
Manual operating valves
Automatic expansion valves
Thermostatic expansion valves
Float valves: high and low sides
Thermoelectric expansion valves
Electronic expansion valve
Venturi
Regulators

regulators
Evaporator pressure regulator

Suction pressure regulator
Condenser pressure regulator
Capacity control regulator
Temperature control regulator: suction
line

secondary control devices
Accessories
Solenoid valves
NC&NO direct acting
Pilot-operating
3-Way valve
4-Way valve
Relief devices
Pop type safety
Fusible plug
Rupture disk
- Recognize the principles of electric circuits

- Design control and power circuits for
refrigeration units
6
Electric circuits
Wiring diagrams
Control requirements and devices
Control and power circuits of:
Household refrigerator
Freezer
Window A/C unit
Split A/C unit
Package A/C unit
6
Control and Power Circuits of Unitary Systems
Control
Master thermostat method
Pump down method
Pump out method
Defrosting
Electric heater
Hot gas
3-Phase motor connections
Direct
Part winding
Y-D
- Design and draw the defrosting diagrams

using various devices
- Recognize different motor connections
3
Liquid chiller control
Control requirements
Chiller safety devices
High pressure cutout
Low pressure
Oil differential pressure
High motor temperature
Motor overload
Low refrigerant temperature
Water flow interlock
Low chilled temperature
Delay timer
Compressor capacity control
Hot gas by pass
Un-loaders, adjustable vanes and slide valve
Variable speed
- Recognize liquid chiller control requirements

and their schematic diagrams
- Describe methods of capacity control
- Recognize the principles of pneumatic control

for large capacity AHUs.
Pneumatic control
- Design and draw the various control circuits

for commercial refrigeration units
Air compressor
Air drier
Pressure regulators
Pneumatic relay and sensors
Operation of pneumatic valves and dampers
Pneumatic-electric control
Direct and reversed action control

control systems of central A/C units
6
Central A/C units control
Temperature & humidity control

Cooling and dehumidification
Heating and dehumidification
Damper control
Fan control
Static pressure
VAC terminal control
- Describe and recognize methods of
minimizing noise levels
6
Noise control
Sources
Measurement
Minimization

Hrs
Contents

6
Capillary tube
Automatic expansion valve
Thermostatic expansion valve
Performance analysis of refrigeration unit with:
18
- Assemble and operate refrigeration circuits using

various control devices
- Record pressures, temperatures, refrigerant flow
rate and compressor power
- Explain the hunting of a thermostatic expansion
valve and its prevention
- Describe the advantages of electric and electronic
devices
Performance analysis of flow rate control

devices:
Evaporator pressure regulator

Suction pressure regulator
Capacity control regulator
Temperature control regulator
- Use the PLC to execute simple circuits composed

of logic gates
- Use of PLC to perform simple control of a
refrigeration unit
Programmable logic controller:
- Assemble and operate refrigeration circuits with

various regulators
- Record pressures, temperatures, refrigerant flow
rate and compressor power
Logic gates
Special functions : set, reset,
PLC applications in Ref. & A/C
Simple refrigerator and A/C
Cold store and chiller

Course Title
Industrial Refrigeration
Code
(Ref. Option)
MER 331
Prerequisite Refrigeration Systems and Equipment

Semester
Credit hr/w
This course introduces the most relevant industrial
refrigeration applications such as ice manufacture, ice-cream
manufacture, LNG liquefaction and food preservation. Cold-stores
construction and design considerations are covered in detail.
Contact
hr/w
6
3
T
Contact
hr/sem.
30
30
General Goal :
The student should be acquainted with the construction and characteristics of the most widely used
refrigeration applications in industry. He learns how to calculate the cooling load and how to select the refrigeration
components for an industrial application.
Describe main components of the ice manufacture plants.
Explain the principle of ice production.
Describe the basic processes of ice-cream manufacture.
Explain the process of liquefying the natural gas.
Explain the factors contributing to food spoilage and the relevant methods of food preservation.
Describe the methods of commercial freezing and pre-cooling.
Define the optimal storage requirements for certain product.
Determine the refrigeration load for certain product.
Select, from catalogues, the basic refrigeration components, accessories and insulating material for a
cold store.
Perform a troubleshooting procedure for diagnosis and replacement of the malfunction refrigeration
components
Use the catalogues and various available refrigeration data to determine and select the appropriate
refrigeration components and material for a cold-store project.
Use the available software computer programs to calculate the cooling load and refrigeration capacity.
Diagnose and replace the defective components in a specified industrial refrigeration system.
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
Ice manufacture
Ice-cream manufacture
Refrigeration for LNG liquefaction
Cold-stores
Case study:
selection of refrigeration system components

using Catalogs and available computer software
cooling
software
Textbook:
load
estimation
Troubleshooting
1-ASHRAE Refrigeration Volume
Additional
Reading:
2- A course in Refrigeration & A/C

Authors : Arora S. C. & Domkundwar
Publisher: Dhanpat Rai & Sons, Delhi, India.
References:
using
computer

Hrs
Contents
Ice Manufacture:
Principle of ice production ; layout of an icemaking system
Treatment of water for making ice
Brines
Freezing tanks
Ice cans
Ice quality
Ice storage
Ice-cream manufacture :
Cooling of ice-cream mix
Freezing of ice-cream mix: batch, continuous
Refrigeration for LNG liquefaction
16
Cold-storage:
Principles of food preservation
Freezing methods: slow, quick
Optimal storage requirements: temperature,
humidity, storage life
Types of freezers: plate, inline, spiral, air
blast
Preservation of different products: diary,
meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, etc.
Insulation of cold-stores rooms
Vapor barrier
Cooling load calculations
Selection of basic refrigeration components
using catalogues
Construction of walk-in coldstores
Installation of cold-stores
- describe the main components of an ice

manufacture plant.
- explain the principle of ice production
- describe the basic processes of the ice- cream

manufacture
- explain the process of liquefying the natural

gas
- explain the factors contributing to food

spoilage and the relevant methods of food
preservation.
- describe different methods of commercial
freezing and pre- cooling.
- define the optimal storage requirements.
- determine the refrigeration load for certain
product.
- select, from catalogues, the basic refrigeration
components, accessories and insulating
material for a cold store.

Hrs
Contents
20
Case study
Selection of refrigeration components
and accessories, for a selected industrial
project, using relevant catalogs and
computer software.
Cooling load estimation using
computer software.
Drawing the control and electric
circuits.
Use the catalogs and various available

refrigeration data to determine and select
the appropriate refrigeration components
and material for a cold-store project.
Use the available software computer

programs to calculate the cooling load and
refrigeration capacity.
10
Troubleshooting
Diagnose and replace the defective

components in a specified industrial
refrigeration system

Course Title
Refrigeration Maintenance
Code
(Ref. Option)
MER 332
Prerequisite Commercial Refrigeration Workshop

Semester
Credit hr/w
The course covers the various types of maintenance,
maintenance programs and the required service tools used in
refrigeration. Troubleshooting of refrigeration units and practical
exercises are included. Troubleshooting of central A/C units is also
covered and system failure as well as log sheet are analyzed.
Contact
hr/w
6
3
T
Contact
hr/sem.
30
30
General Goal :
To make the student understand maintenance programs and procedures. He will be able to select and use
different service tools correctly, solve troubleshooting for refrigeration equipment and understand system failure
causes.
Identify maintenance programs.
Clarify maintenance procedures.
Identify different types of service tools
Use the right tool for the right application
Carry out maintenance procedures for different types of simple refrigeration and A/C units
Maintain the main parts of commercial refrigeration units following the required procedures
Check the performance of expansion devices
Adjust regulators
Check the functions of commercial units accessories
Follow maintenance procedures for chiller maintenance
Check the performance of AHU elements and maintenance
Explain the control and power circuits troubleshooting
Explain why the compressor fails to prevent damage.
Fit readings into the log sheet
Analyze log sheet readings to determine maintenance procedures.
Replace R12 by R134a for refrigeration cycles
Follow the procedure to overhaul reciprocating compressors.
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
Maintenance Strategies
Service Tools
Maintenance of Simple Units
Maintenance Procedures for Simple

Units
Maintenance of Commercial Units
Maintenance of Central Units
Maintenance Procedures for Commer.

Units
Troubleshooting
System failure
Log Sheet analysis
Retrofitting
Compressor Overhauling
Textbook:
Use of Ref. Tools
Troubleshooting
System failure
Log sheet analysis
Retrofitting
1- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook

Author : Billy C. Langley
Carrier, Trane and York Catalogs
Additional
Reading:
2- Practical Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Author : Henry W. Puzio & Jim Johnson
Publisher : Delmar
References:

Hrs
Contents
Maintenance Strategies
Introduction
M. Programs
- routine operation
- initial startup
- preventive maintenance
- emergency maintenance
Procedures
- referring to manufacturers catalogs
- using required tools
- performance analysis
- following log sheet data
- checking unit performance
- troubleshooting charts
Service Tools
Types
- Mechanical tools (spanners, screwdrivers, torque
wrenches, welding sets...etc).
- Electrical tools (meggers, multimeters, clamp amps...etc).
- Refrigeration tools (pressure gauges, vacuum pumps, leak
detectors, flaring sets...etc).
Functions
Operation
Maintenance of Simple Units

Window units
Split units
Package units
Household refrigerator
Maintenance of Commercial Units

Compressor
- oil (level, foams, acidity)
- pressure and temperature
- superheating
- electricity (V, A, starting)
- mechanical parts
- fixation
- protection (control devices)
Condenser
- Air-cooled: air conditions (inlet and outlet temperatures,
flow), fan condition, refrigerant (inlet and outlet
temperatures, pressure), fixation, leak test.
- Water-cooled: water conditions (temperature difference,
pressure difference, flow), pumps, refrigerant (inlet and
Identify maintenance programs.

Clarify maintenance procedures.
Identify different types of

service tools
Use the right tool for the right
application
Carry out maintenance

procedures for different types of
simple refrigeration and A/C units
Maintain the main parts of

commercial refrigeration units
following the required procedures
Check the performance of
expansion devices
Adjust regulators
Check the functions of
commercial units accessories
outlet temperatures, pressure), scales, leak test.

- Cooling tower: water level, bleeding, range and approach,
nozzles, fans and pumps, cleaning.
Expansion devices
- thermostatic expansion valves
- sensing element condition (position, fixation, insulation
and testing)
- superheating (measuring and adjusting)
- hunting (causes, elimination)
Evaporators
- Evap. for cooling air : air conditions, fan, refrigerant
(pressure,
temperature,
superheat),
condensation,
defrosting, cleaning, filter, oil return.
- Chilled water evaporator : water cooled, temperature and
pressure differences of water, pumps, safety (antifreezing)
Accessories
- regulators
- filers
- oil seperator
- solenoids
- valves
4

Chillers: refrigeration cycle as for commercial units,
water cycle.
Air handling unit: dampers, filters, cooling and
dehumidification coils, heating coils, humidifiers and
fans.
Follow maintenance procedures

for chiller maintenance
Check the performance of AHU
elements and maintenance
Explain the control and power

circuits troubleshooting
Explain why the compressor

fails to prevent damage.
Fit readings into the log sheet

Analyze log sheet readings to
determine maintenance
procedures.
Retrofitting
Replacement of R12 by R134a
Replace R12 by R134a for

refrigeration cycles
Disassembling procedures
Assembling procedures
Performance analysis
Follow the procedure to

overhaul reciprocating
compressors
Troubleshooting
Electric circuits : (control, power)
Ref. cycle : (leak test, evacuation and dehydration,,
charging)
2
System failure
Compressor failure : (slugging, flooded starting,
loss of lubrication, contamination, overheating and
electric problem)
Condenser condition
Expansion device condition
4
Log Sheet analysis
Recording, measuring
Analysis and remarks
Reporting
2

Hrs
Contents
Use of Ref.Service Tools
Carry out the required

maintenance for small
ref. And A/C units
Filter cleaning
Condenser cleaning
Actual ampere
Condensation drain
Control sequence
Fixation
Maintenance Procedures for Commer. Units
Use the right tools for

the special job
Applying the right tool for the job

- mechanical tools
- electric tools
- refrigeration tools
Maintenance Procedures for Simple Units
Compressor maintenance
- oil (charge, discharge)
- superheat adjustment
- electric control and power checking
- pressure and temperature checking
- leak test
Condenser maintenance
- air conditions
- fan performance
- refrigerant conditions
- cleaning
- leak test
- scale removal for water cooled condensers
Cooling tower maintenance
- bleed off (check deposits concentration)
- range and approach measuring
- check fans and pumps performance
Expansion devices maintenance
- sensing elements conditions
- adjusting
- hunting elimination
Evaporator maintenance
- as for condenser +condensation, defrosting, oil return, and filters
Accessories maintenance
- adjusting regulators
- sight glass conditions
- solenoids checking

procedures to maintain
the compressor and
analyze its
performance
maintenance for air
cooledwater cooled
condensers and cooling
towers
Adjust the superheat
and eliminate hunting
causes
Adjust regulators
setting and explain
sight glass conditions
Chiller:
- ref. Cycle
- water cycle
- troubleshooting
AHU
Carry out training

exercise for chiller
maintenance
Carry out
troubleshooting for ref.
and A/C units
Eliminate compressor
failure causes
Fit and analyze log

sheet for ref. & a/c units
and report his remarks
Carry out an
overhauling of
reciprocating
compressor
Troubleshooting
4
Electric circuits
Refrigeration circuits (leak test, dehydration, charging)
System failure
2
Log sheet
Compressor (slugging, flooding, oiling, )

Elements condition (temperature, pressure, electricity,
dirty,...etc.)
Fitting
Analysis
Reporting
Compressor overhauling
Tools
Dismantling procedures
Assembling procedures
Performance analysis

Course Title
Central Air-Conditioning
Code
(A/C Option)
MER 333
Prerequisite Air-Conditioning Systems and Equipment

Semester
Credit hr/w
The course describes in details the different types and
components of central air conditioning systems and shows their
operation, maintenance testing and commissioning. Design
calculations of ducts and water piping, load estimation and selection of
components using software and catalogs are also covered.
Contact
hr/w
6
3
T
Contact
hr/sem.
30
30
General Goal :
To make the student understand the different components of central air conditioning systems, their fields of
application and allow him to install, operate, test and maintain them.

Describe the function and use of all air systems and differentiate between various systems.
Draw layouts for each of all air systems and clarify psychrometric processes for each system
Draw isometric and schematic diagrams for each of all water systems
Explain the advantages and disadvantages for each of all water systems
Describe the types of air/water systems and explain their advantages
Install and maintain the different components of air / water systems
Select air supply and return devices using tables
Calculate pressure loss in duct and fittings, fan power and size a simple branched duct system
Select Piping materials, connections and fittings for chilled or hot Water system.
Describe the construction of pressure regulating valves
Explain the function of an expansion tank and differentiates between open and closed types
Calculate Pressure drop in a Piping network, pump head, required power and size a simple piping
system.
Determine ventilation rates for different applications
Identify The different sources of air pollution and clarify the need for air sterilization.
Differentiate between different types of air filters, select the appropriate one and maintain different
types
Determine the requirements and describe the components used in special application such as
hospitals, hotels...etc.
Define the terms testing, adjusting and balancing and apply procedures for system testing and
commissioning
Study and calibrate all measuring instruments carefully
Identify the testing techniques for the different components of an air conditioning system
Measure and adjust Temperature, pressure, velocity, flow rate, humidity, current, voltage, wattage and
sound level
Perform preliminary procedure for air systems and water systems balancing
Calculate cooling loads using load calculation programs, select a/c components using catalogs and
softwares
Measure and estimate velocities, flow rates, sound pressure levels and Co2 Levels
Compare the above measured values with recommended values using tables for indoor air quality
requirements
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
All Air Systems
Testing, Adjusting & Balancing.
All Water Systems
Residential or Commercial A/C Systems
Air / Water Systems
- Load Estimation Using Software.
- Selection of Components Using Catalogs,
Water Distribution Systems
Indoor Air Quality
Applications
Testing & Commissioning
Textbook:
Additional
Reading:
References:
Software.
Air Quality Measurements in Selected

Areas
1- Handbook of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

1- HVAC Principles and Applications Manual

Author :Thomas E. Mull
2-Air Conditioning Engineering
Author : W. P. Jones
ASHRAE Volume Systems & Applications

Hrs
Contents
All Air Systems
Chilled /hot water system

- piping arrangements
- one pipe main
- two pipe direct return
- two pipe reverse return
- four pipe system
Air / Water Systems
Single duct system

Dual duct system
Multizone system
Variable air volume system
Reheat system
All Water Systems
Describe the function and use of each system

Differentiate between various systems
Draw layout for each system
Clarify psychrometric processes for each system
Types
- fan coil units with fresh air duct
- induction units
Construction
Installation
Maintenance
Draw isometric and schematic diagrams for each

system
Explain the advantages and disadvantages for each
system
Describe the types of air / water systems

Explain the advantages of air/water systems
Install and maintain the different components of
air / water systems
Select air supply and return devices

Using tables
Calculate pressure loss in duct and fittings
Calculate fan power
Size a simple branched duct system
Types of air supply devices

- grilles, diffusers, plenum ceilings
- accessories and duct connections
Selection of air supply and return
devices
Duct design
- equal friction method
Duct insulation
Water Distribution Systems
Piping materials and

specifications
Pipe connections and fittings
Valves construction and selection
Expansion tanks
Select piping materials, connections and fittings

Describe the construction of pressure regulating
valves
Explain the function of an expansion tank and
differentiates between open and closed types
Calculate pressure drop in a piping network
Size a simple piping system
Pressure loss in pipe fittings

System pipe sizing
Calculate pump head and required power
2
Indoor Air Quality
Ventilation requirements
Air pollution
Air sterilization
Air filters
- types
- performance criteria
- selection
- maintenance
Determine ventilation rates for different

applications
Identify the different sources of air pollution
Clarify the need for air sterilization
Differentiate between different types of air filters
Select the appropriate type of air filter
Maintain the different types of air filters
4
Applications
Hospitals
Hotels
Supermarkets
Determine the requirements for each application

Describe the components of the A/C system used
in each application
4
Testing & Commissioning
Testing, adjusting and balancing

Types of measuring instruments
Air system balancing process
Water system balancing process
Define the terms testing, adjusting and balancing

Study the different types of measuring instruments
Identify the testing techniques for the different
components of an air conditioning system
Apply procedures for system testing and
commissioning.

Hrs
Contents
14
Temperature measuring instruments

- thermocouples
- resistance thermometers
Pressure measuring instruments
- manometers
- Bourdon tube
Velocity measuring instruments
- Anemometers
- Pitot tube
Flow rates measuring instruments
- rotating vane anemometer
- orifice plate
- Venturi tube
Humidity measuring instruments
- sling psychrometer
Electrical energy measuring instruments
- Ammeters
- Voltmeters
- Wattmeters
Sound measuring instruments
- sound level meter
- sound analyzer
Measure and adjust :

- Temperature, pressure, velocity, flow rate,
humidity, current, voltage, wattage and
sound pressure level.
Perform preliminary procedure for air
systems and water systems balancing
Residential or Commercial A/C Systems
Calibrate all measuring instruments

carefully
Testing, Adjusting & Balancing.
Calculate cooling loads using load

calculation programs
Select A/C components using catalogues
and available software
Load Estimation Using Software.

Selection of Components Using
Catalogues, Software.
Air Quality Measurements in Selected Areas

- Velocities, flow rates, sound pressure levels
and Co2 Levels
- Compare measured values with
recommended values using tables
Flow Rates & Velocities

Co2 Levels
Sound Pressure Levels
Energy Conservation & Management
Course Title (A/C Option)
Code
MER 334
Prerequisite Air-conditioning Systems and Equipment

Semester
Credit hr/w
The course covers energy conservation in HVAC equipment
and building construction, DDC control and energy management.
Contact
hr/w
6
3
T
Contact
hr/sem.
30
30
General Goal :
To make the student aware of the economic importance of energy conservation and its optimum use and
introduce him to the methods used for energy conservation and basic knowledge of energy management.
Explain the economic impact of energy conservation in building and equipment operation.
Perform calculations related to energy conservation in HVAC equipment.
Evaluate the performance of HVAC equipment with respect to energy conservation.
Prepares an energy audit sheet.
Identify quantities (variables) to be measured for estimating energy use.
Make energy use calculations.
Explain the methods used for reducing energy consumption in building construction.
Compare the merits of design alternative from the point of view of energy conservation.
Make proper selection of HVAC equipment with respect to energy conservation.
Recommend less energy consuming installation methods.
Recommend efficient system operation.
Discuss the use of different heat recovery methods.
Apply energy conservation measurement procedure for evaluating energy conservation in HVAC
equipment.
Undertake an energy conservation survey for a small building and suggest technical solutions for
reducing its energy consumption.
Set up the control circuit for a stand-alone unit and program the controller.
Connect several stand-alone units to a CPU.
Apply simple energy management software.
Topics:
Theory:
Practice:
The need for energy conservation.

Measurement of energy conservation in HVAC
equipment.
Measurement of energy conservation in

HVAC equipment.
Case study: Energy audit in a small

residential building.
DDC control: A small (stand-alone)

control circuit - programming the controller
- connecting several units.
Application of energy management

software.
Energy audits.
Reducing energy consumption in building

construction.
Energy conservation through system design ,

installation, operation and maintenance.
Heat recovery.
Direct digital control (DDC).
Energy management.
Textbook:
Air Conditioning Principles and Systems : An Energy Approach

Author : Edward G. Pita
Publisher : John Wiley
Understanding Direct Digital Control
Author : R. A. Carlson & R. A Giandomenico
Publisher : R. S. Means Company
HVAC Systems Evaluation

Publisher : R. S. Means Company
Additional
Reading:
Energy Saving House Design Handbook

Author : Frederick Hop
References:

Hrs
Contents
Explain the economic impact of

energy conservation in building and
equipment operation.
The need for energy conservation.
Historical background
Economic importance of energy

conservation
Environmental impact of energy

conservation
Measurement of energy conservation in HVAC

equipment.
Concepts of efficiency, c. o .p, energy

efficiency ratio (EER) as a measure of energy
conservation in engines, cooling equipment,
heat pumps, heating equipment, fans and
pumps.
Energy audits.
Procedures for estimating energy use in

existing buildings
Factors affecting energy use in buildings.
Discussion of an actual energy audit (if

possible(
Typical values of energy consumption in

different HVAC equipment.
Reducing energy consumption in building

construction.
Methods for energy consumption in building

construction
- shading
- building orientation
- glazing
- insulation
- Lighting...etc.
Energy conservation through system design ,

installation, operation and maintenance.
Energy saving design alternatives e.g. waste

heat recovery, use of solar energy, use of
VAV, avoidance of terminal reheat...etc.
Perform calculations related to energy

conservation in HVAC equipment.
Evaluate the performance of HVAC
equipment with respect to energy
conservation
Prepare an energy audit sheet.

Identifies quantities (variables) to be
measured for estimating energy use.
Make energy use calculations.
Explain the methods used for

reducing energy consumption in building
construction.
Compare the merits of design

alternative from the point of view of energy
conservation.
Make proper selection of HVAC
equipment with respect to energy
conservation.
Recommend less energy consuming
installation methods.
Proper selection of system components: e.g.

proper selection of A/C equipment such as
fans, pumps, chillers, to give required capacity
at peak efficiency.
Analysis and calculations to explain the
importance of proper equipment selection.
Recommendations for installing the system
to avoid wasting energy: e.g. in the air
distribution system, avoidance of obstruction
in ducts, gradual transition in ducts.
Recommendations for system operation and
maintenance to avoid wasting heat: e.g. using
enthalpy control, keeping air filters clean,
using thermal storage...etc.
Analysis of the effect of dirty filters on fan
power.
Analysis of the effect of dirty filters on
pump power.
Heat recovery
Methods of heat recovery e.g. heat wheel,

heat pipe, run around coil.
Direct digital control (DDC)
Introduction to building automation system

(BAS)
(advantages over conventional control

systems)
Direct Digital Control (hardware and

software components)
Applications of DDC to HVAC process
(heating control, ventilation control, cooling /

heating control, humidification /
dehumidification control, VAV terminal box
control)
A typical HVAC unit DDC system.
Energy management.
Introduction to energy management

strategies in HVAC.
The use of BAS with respect to energy

management.
Recommend efficient system

operation.
Discuss the use of different heat

recovery methods.
Explain the configuration of a DDC

system.
Show the application of DDC in
controlling HVAC processes and draws the
control circuit.
Discuss the use of BAS for energy

management

Hrs
Contents
Measurement of energy conservation in HVAC equipment:

Measurement of C. O. P and EER of actual
refrigeration and air conditioning units e.g. household
refrigerator, window type air conditioner, a split unit,
a package unit...etc.
Measurement of the power consumption and
efficiency of fans and pumps.
Practical study of the effect of dirty filters on power
consumption and efficiency of fans.
Apply energy conservation

measurement procedure for
evaluating energy conservation
in HVAC equipment.
Case study:
Energy audit in a small residential building. The
student produces a complete technical report
indicating factors leading to waste in energy use and
give recommendations for reducing this waste
Undertake an energy
conservation survey for a
small building and suggest
technical solutions for
reducing its energy
consumption.
12
DDC control:
hardware components
Setting up of a small control circuit for a stand alone
unit e.g. ventilator, using the correct module.
Programming the controller (field process unit FPU)
using a special software (e.g. control oriented
language for BAS, COLBAS.(
Connecting several stand-alone units by BUS
Connection (two wires only) to one central process
unit, CPU.
Set up the control circuit for

a stand-alone unit and program
the controller.
Connect several stand-alone
units to a CPU.
Energy management
Application of energy management software e.g.
count operation hours of a fan for maintenance,...etc.
Apply simple energy

management software.

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