Air Conditioning Equipment Selection and Design Fundamentals

Designing comfortable, energy-efficient indoor environments requires a solid grasp of HVAC engineering principles. This text-based course guides you through the technical process of sizing and selecting the right air conditioning equipment for any facility. You will transition from understanding basic climate control concepts to confidently evaluating and sizing critical high-side and low-side components. You will learn to make data-driven decisions that balance performance, cost, and modern sustainability standards. What you'll learn: Understand foundational HVAC terminology, psychrometrics, and cooling load principles; Size and select Air Handling Units (AHUs) and fan coil units for optimal airflow; Evaluate chiller and cooling tower systems to meet specific cooling capacities; Design chilled water piping layouts and calculate pump head requirements; Apply modern energy-efficiency standards and eco-friendly refrigerant guidelines; Practice equipment selection using step-by-step written design scenarios. The course begins with core thermodynamic and climate control definitions before guiding you through detailed selection methodologies for chillers, towers, and distribution systems. You will work through practical written exercises that simulate real-world engineering challenges. This course is designed for aspiring HVAC technicians, junior mechanical engineers, and facility managers looking for a foundational understanding of equipment sizing. No prior engineering experience is required. Start building your foundational HVAC design skills today.