CERTIFICATE IN HVAC SYSTEMS DESIGN

This advanced certificate introduces those with experience in mechanical engineering to HVAC design.

Upon completion of the program, students are skilled in the following areas:

  • Load calculation.
  • Ventilation criteria.
  • Classification and selection of air handlers.
  • Duct system design.
  • Types of building systems.
  • Comparison of HVAC systems and their components.
  • Code requirements.
  • Relationships among architects, developers, building owners, and consulting engineers.

This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete four required courses.

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or four to five years' experience in a consulting engineering or mechanical contracting firm is needed for entrance into the certificate program. Students may take X63.9517 and X63.9519 in the fall, and X63.9518 and X63.9520 in the spring.

 

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Required Courses
(4 of these courses are required)
 
       
HVAC Systems Design I
This course concentrates on the fundamentals of HVAC design. Topics include heating and cooling systems and load calculations, including building envelopes, U-values, internal and external...

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  X63.9517 $745  
HVAC Design II   X63.9518 *  
HVAC Systems Design III
This course examines and develops methods for comparing various HVAC systems and their components. Topics for comparison include energy performance, life expectancy, flexibility, maintenance, quality...

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  X63.9519 $745  
HVAC Design IV   X63.9520 *  
       
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Michael Ross

Adjunct lecturer, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction

"In class, we talk about real situations that students have experienced. We’re then able to apply what we’ve discussed in the classroom directly to the workplace."