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Optimizing Ground Source Heat Pump Systems (3 day workshop)
The key component of a ground source heat pump system design is the ground heat exchanger (GHX). The design of a GHX is completely based on the annual energy loads to and from the building as well as the design heating and cooling loads.
This workshop takes a step by step approach to the design of a geothermal system. The process begins by looking at the opportunities of the building site, and proceeds to a preliminary estimate of the building loads and the options available at the specific site. The preliminary loads and GHX design options are reviewed to determine if a thermal conductivity test could be beneficial. Equipment and system design options are reviewed and the GHX design is refined based on geological investigation and available installation resources. Equipment and GHX specifications are refined taking into account the heat transfer fluid options available and pumping efficiencies. A quality control / quality assurance program and commissioning process is developed to ensure the system is installed as required.
This is a three-day course that is appropriate for mechanical engineers, engineering technologists and large mechanical
installation firms wanting to develop a higher level of comfort in geothermal system design. The first two days step through the
design of a geothermal system starting with a set of plans through to commissioning the system. The third day is a "hands-on" workshop
where participants work through a complete system design.
Download the “Commercial Design Course syllabus” (PDF file, 0.8 mb)
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Selecting a Design Team (1 day workshop)
Selecting an appropriate team to design a geothermal system is one of the most important if you truly want your new building to be built to be both cost-effective and efficient. This one-day workshop is designed to provide an overview of a well-designed geothermal system and an overview of the experience needed by a design team before they embark on a geothermal system design.
Any mechanical system must be properly commissioned to ensure that the design intent is being met, that the equipment is operating as specified, that the water and air flow rates through the equipment are within specifications, the controls are operating according to the design intent, and to establish baseline operating parameters for future service reference. This is even more important with a GeoExchange system.
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