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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A lecture course that teaches psychrometrics and cooling load calculation methodologies. Students learn to use psychrometric charts to determine the properties of air at various conditions, and the sensible and latent energy changes required to maintain specified comfort levels in occupied spaces. They also learn to calculate cooling loads, using both computerized modeling software and manual methods in accordance with accepted industry practices. Prerequisite: ENVC 1110/EC 110
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3.00 Credits
2 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 3 cr A computerized drafting and design course that teaches the procedures used in designing, analyzing and laying out air handling systems. Students learn to perform the calculations and analyses necessary to size ducts and accessories, determine pressure drops, lay out mechanical equipment rooms, specify fans and select diffusers and registers. They utilize AutoCad Computer-Aided Design and Drafting software to complete their drawing and design projects. Prerequisites: ENVC 1110/EC 110, ENVC 1120/EC 120; pre- or corequisite: ENVC 2322/EC 322
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1.00 Credits
3 lab hrs, 1 cr A laboratory course in which students continue their experience in installing, operating and maintaining refrigeration equipment. They learn how to install refrigeration electrical controls and motors, procedures for testing and troubleshooting electrical systems, and how to operate chilled water systems. Individual reports are required for each laboratory exercise. Prerequisites: ENVC 2311/EC 311, ENVC 2312/EC 312
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A lecture course that introduces the principles of HVAC control systems design. Students are introduced to the theory of control and learn the methods of control of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems. They study HVAC control instrumentation, control devices, pneumatic control systems and electric and electronic control systems. Prerequisite: ENVC 2322/EC 322
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3.00 Credits
2 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 3 cr A laboratory course in which students perform evaluations of chilled water air conditioning systems, cooling tower water treatments and indoor air quality. They learn the operation of boilers with dual fuel burners, and hydronic heating systems. Also included are computerized HVAC Direct Digital Control systems, and acoustic and vibration analysis of mechanical equipment. Individual laboratory reports are required. Prerequisites: ENVC 2321/EC 321, ENVC 2322/EC 322
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3.00 Credits
2 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 3 cr An advanced theory and design course in which students specify and design a complete heating, air conditioning and ventilation system. Students calculate heating and cooling loads, write specifications, utilize building and energy codes, determine ventilation requirements, and specify mechanical systems and integrate them with the building construction. AutoCad and computerized load calculation software are utilized. Prerequisites: ENVC 1220/EC 220, ENVC 2322/EC 322, ENVC 2340/EC 340, MAT 1275/MA 275
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A lecture course that teaches how to estimate the costs of HVAC systems. Students learn the different types of estimates, estimating forms and methods, and company overhead, mark-up, and budget prices. They also learn to estimate the costs of mechanical heating and cooling equipment, fans and blowers, cooling towers, pumps, tanks, piping, ductwork, air distribution devices, insulation, HVAC system controls and electrical power wiring. Students will be required to complete a cost estimate for an entire air conditioning system project. Prerequisites: ENVC 1210/EC 210, ENVC 1220/EC 220, ENVC 2340/EC 340, MAT 1275/MA 275; corequisites: ENVC 2420/EC 420, ENVC 2432/ EC 432
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A lecture course that covers the sources and control of air pollution caused by oil burners and incinerators, indoor air quality and noise control in HVAC systems. Students learn how residual oil burners are operated, controlled and maintained to minimize air pollution. They also learn how indoor air quality is maintained by HVAC systems and how an indoor air quality investigation is planned and performed. Basic acoustic terminology is also covered, along with sound level measurement procedures and noise control codes. Students complete term projects. Prerequisites: ENVC 1210/EC 210, ENVC 1211/EC 211, ENVC 2321/ EC 321
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A lecture course in which students are taught the management tools and procedures which will enable them to track and control energy consumption in a large facility. The energy use characteristics of many types of facilities will be covered and analyzed. The course also provides students with the ability to perform an energy audit and to successfully implement a facility energy conservation program. Students will be required to assemble an energy conservation plan for a building and write a report as their final project. Prerequisites: ENVC 1210/EC 210, ENVC 1250/EC 250, ENVC 2322/EC 322, ENVC 2340/EC 340
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3.00 Credits
3 cr 120 hours of work experience in a heating, ventilating and air conditioning company, consulting engineering firm, or other related industry organization approved by the advisor. Each student will keep a log/journal to be shared in group seminars. Supervision will be by faculty and by a supervisor at the internship site. Prerequisites: ENVC 2340/EC 340, ENVC 2321/EC 321
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