Thermodynamics Heat transfer

After finalizing successfully this course the students will be able to : - Understand the key aspects and concepts of HVAC systems employing vapor-compression systems and freezing chambers. - Apply their knowledge to calculate thermal loads problems vapor-compression systems for buildings using established methods; - Apply their knowledge to develop designs to meet defined and specified requirements according to the technical building code, HVAC systems requirements and freezing chambers requirements. - Select and use appropriate equipment, tools and methods in the field of HVAC systems and freezing chambers. - Evaluate the environmental impact of HVAC systems in the building sector.

RA1.2 An systematic understanding of the key aspects and concepts of their branch of engineering. RA1.3 Coherent knowledge of their branch of engineering including some at the forefront of the branch. RA2.1 The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems using established methods. RA2.3 The ability to select and apply relevant analytic and modelling methods. RA3.1 The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to develop and realise designs to meet defined and specified requirements. RA3.2 An understanding of design methodologies, and an ability to use them. RA4.2 Rhe ability to design and conduct appropriate experiments, interpret the data and draw conclusions. RA4.3 Workshop and laboratory skills. RA5.1 The ability to select and use appropriate equipment, tools and methods. RA5.2 The ability to combine theory and practice to solve engineering problems. RA5.3 An understanding of applicable techniques and methods, and of their limitations. RA6.3 Demonstrate awareness of the health, safety and legal issues and responsibilities of engineering practice, the impact of engineering solutions in a societal and environmental context, and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering practice. CB1 Students have demonstrated possession and understanding of knowledge in an area of study that builds on the foundation of general secondary education, and is usually at a level that, while relying on advanced textbooks, also includes some aspects that involve knowledge from the cutting edge of their field of study. CB2 Students are able to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional manner and possess the competences usually demonstrated through the development and defence of arguments and problem solving within their field of study. CG1 Ability to resolve problems with initiative, creativity decision-making and critical reasoning skills, and to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities in the Industrial Engineering area. CG3 Capacity to design a system, component or process in the area of mechanical engineering in compliance with required specifications. CG4 Knowledge and capacity to apply current legislation as well as mandatory specifications, requirements and norms in the area of mechanical engineering. CG7 Knowledge, capacity to analyze and assess the social and environmental impact of technical solutions, and to apply environmental, and sustainability technologies. CG9 Knowledge and capacity to apply computational and experimental tools for analysis and quantification of mechanical engineering problems. CG16 Knowledge of applied thermodynamics and heat transmission. Basic principles and application in resolving engineering problems. CE3 Applied knowledge of thermal energy.

1. Thermal loads. Freezing chambers. Regulations. Technical building Code. Regulation of thermal installations of buildings. Energy and buildings. Energy demand and energy consumption. Energy certification of buildings. 2 Vapor-compression. Vapor-compression cycle. Cascade and multistage vapor-compression systems. Heat pumps. Refrigeration. Components of a vapor-compression system. 3. HVAC systems. Types of HVAC systems. Psychrometrics . Air systems analysis. 4. Refrigerants. Environmental impact.

The learning methodology includes: - Lectures covering the main topics of the course. In order to facilitate the learning process, the student will receive support material and information to let them focus on the relevant topics. - Resolution of problems at class with the student´s participation, to consolidate their newly acquired knowledge. - Exercises done by the student to self-assess their knowledge and acquire the necessary skills. - Computer and lab sessions: problem resolution and preparation of reports. - Calculation of thermal loads - Vapor-compression system