Energy and HVAC-R systems

Recommended Prerequisites

Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Transport Phenomena.

Teaching Methods

The lectures have a traditional format, which is essentially driven by the exposure of the subjects with the support of Powerpoint presentations and other multimedia.

The practical classes are devoted to the analysis and solving of practical problems for application of the theoretical knowledge.

Learning Outcomes

This course aims to introduce the sstudents to the equipment for thermal energy conversion (heating and cooling) and systems for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and for refrigeration (R).

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1) Refrigeration (cycles, components and systems, refrigerants)

2) Energy production equipment (heating and cooling)

3) Psychrometrics;

4) Ventilation and indoor environmental quality;

5) Thermal properties of buildings.

Head Lecturer(s)

Adélio Manuel Rodrigues Gaspar

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Exam: 100.0%

Bibliography

ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment, 2016;

ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals, 2017;

ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Applications, 2019;

Kreider, J. F. Handbook of Heating, ventilation and air conditioning, CRC Press, 2001;

McQuiston, F.C., Parker, J. and Spitler, J. D. Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning: Analysis and Design, John Wiley and Sons, 2005;

Normas e regulamentação diversa (ISO, ASHRAE; DIN; NP);

Roriz, L. Climatização - Concepção, Instalação e Condução de Sistemas, Alfragide: Edições Orion, 2006.