Description

Theory
1

Theory/Practice
1

Laboratory
2

Instructors

Olga Castro

Contents

P1 Experimental Uncertainty (4h)
P1.1 Technical characteristics of measuring instruments
P1.2 Experimental uncertainty, types of errors, and calibration
P2 Hydraulics (16h)
P2.1 Design of complex networks
P2.2 Types of pumps and performance curves
P2.3 Energy efficiency indicators
P2.4 Selection of centrifugal pumps and operational control
P3 Ventilation (10h)
P3.1 Types of duct systems and sizing methods
P3.2 Pressure analysis, flow regulation, and leakage determination
P3.3 Fans, classification, and applications
P3.4 Selection of fans and energy efficiency indicators
P4 Smoke Control (4h)
P4.1 Methods and current legislation
P5 HVAC Systems (6h)
P5.1 Types, composition, applications, advantages, and disadvantages
P5.2 Thermal energy diffusion
P6 Acoustics (20h)
P6.1 Sound, noise, vibrations, and propagation paths
P6.2 Sound quantities, spectral analysis in octave bands
P6.3 Noise attenuation and control
P6.4 Current noise legislation

Learning Outcomes

O1 - Apply the integrated knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics in solving problems of sizing piping or duct systems.
O2 - Develop reasoning skills and calculation and solution methodologies for real problems of sizing complex hydraulic networks and air distribution duct systems in HVAC.
O3 - Develop skills in the use of Excel and software for sizing and selection of equipment made available by manufacturers.
O4 - Identify the different types of pumps and fans and know how to select these types of equipment by analyzing the performance curves, energy efficiency, and investment and operation costs of each technical solution.
O5 - Perform practical work with laboratory scope in groups, on hydraulic and air distribution networks and spectral noise measurement.
O6 - Acquire practical sensitivity to interpret the technical characteristics of the various measuring devices used and to analyze the experimental results subject to measurement uncertainties.
O7- Develop skills to analyze and propose technical solutions that enhance energy efficiency in HVAC systems, exhaust systems, and smoke control
O8 - Develop skills to identify and analyze the sound frequency bands, obtained through measurements of a professional sound level meter in an air conditioning test room.
O9- Develop skills in applied acoustics for the design of duct systems, optimizing energy efficiency in fluid transport in compliance with current noise legislation. Propose noise and vibration mitigation solutions.