CEC130 Advanced Heating Systems Syllabus

CEC130 Advanced Heating Systems Syllabus

Course Information

Credits / 6 /
Campus / Washburn Institute of Technology
Address / 5724 SW Huntoon
City/State/Zip / Topeka, Kansas 66604
Office Fax / 785-273-7080

Description

This course will introduce students to residential system design processes. We will move into electric furnaces and Hydronic heating with an emphasis on the electrical systems of those units and code requirements for the safe installation of such equipment. Indoor air quality will be discussed indetail as a major factor in human comfort and system design. /

Textbooks

Carter Stanfield & David Skaves, AHRI Fundamentals of HVACR, Edition: 2nd, ISBN: 978-0-13-285061-5
2012 Uniform Mechanical code, IAPMO
ACCA manual J 8 Abridged Edition, ISBN- 1-892-765-28-4
ACCA manual D (2009),ISBN- 978-1892765505 /

Student Learning Outcomes:

A.Communicate effectively
B.Integrate technology
C.Learn effectively
D.Demonstrate cooperative teamwork skills
E.Apply safety in the workplace
F.Think critically and creatively
G.Demonstrate responsible work ethics /

Competencies

1.Install, start, and check an electric heating unit.
2.Disassemble, inspect, and reassemble an electric furnace.
3.Troubleshoot an electric furnace.
4.Compute the heat output of an electric furnace.
5.Explain the order of operations for an electric forced air furnace.
6.Sketch a typical residential hydronic heating system with zone controls.
7.lit the maximum working pressure and maximum temperature of hydronic heating systems.
8.List the types of terminal equipment utilized with hydronic heating systems.
9.List at least three heat sources for a hydronic heating boiler.
10.Compare a commercial hydronic system versus a steam heating system.
11.Explain the need for an expansion tank in a hydronic system.
12.Perform proper procedures in purging air from a hydronic system.
13.Plot conditions using the psycrometric chart.
14.Describe the factors involved in comfort.
15.Define wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperatures.
16.Explain the procedures for eliminating contamination sources.
17.Demonstrate knowledge of air cleaning devices.
18.Explain the importance of humidification.
19.Describe and explain various designs of disposable and re-useable filter and their efficiencies.
20.Explain velocities and volumes of air ducts.
21.Demonstrate proper use of sheet-metal tools.
22.Demonstrate proper use of a velometer and balometer.
23.Explain the difference between propeller and centrifugal fans and blowers.
24.Identify the various types of duct systems and explain when and where each type is used.
25.Demonstrate the installation of fittings and transitions used in duct systems.
26.Explain the use and installation of diffusers, register, and grills.
27.Explain the use of dampers, insulation, and vapour barriers used in duct systems.
28.Perform basic temperature, air pressure and velocity measurements in an air distribution system.
29.Create a schematic based on the wiring of an electric furnace.
30.Draw the schematics for a basic residential boiler.
31.Identify and check boiler safety devices.
32.Replace a circulating pump.
33.Perform load calculations using the ACCA J-Manual.
34.Perform Duct sizing calculations using the ACCA D-Manual. /

Guidelines for Success

Assessment Plan

Assessment is an integral part of the educational process at Washburn Tech and accurate feedback is an important tool in continuously improving the institution’s technical programs. Students can expect to participate in assessment activities prior to entry into programs, within specific courses and following program completion for specific fields of study.
Grading Scale
92 - 100% = A
85 – 91% = B
78 - 85% = C
70 – 77% = D
<70% = F /

Attendance

Classroom attendance is required. Material missed must be made up with the instructor. /

Disability

The Special Support Services (SSS) Office is responsible for assisting in arranging accommodations and for identifying resources at Washburn Institute of Technology for persons with disabilities. Qualified students with disabilities MUST register and provide documentation with the office to be eligible for services. New requests for accommodations should be submitted two months or more prior to the date services should begin; however, contact the SSS Office as soon as a need may arise. Depending on the accommodation request, four to eight week lead time may be needed for timely and effective provision of services. SSS coordinates and assist in arranging services it deems appropriate of eligible students on a case-by-case basis.
If you are a student with a disability that may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class and believe you will need accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact:
Special Support Services Coordinator
Phone: 785-228-6356
E-Mail:

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