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Improved Modeling of Residential Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps for Energy Calculations

Improved Modeling of Residential Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps for Energy Calculations

SKU
E1T3AMM105

Improved Modeling of Residential Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps for Energy Calculations

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SKU
E1T3AMM105
Overview

This course discusses data about AC's and HP's and the results of the extensive data evaluation are then used to propose a new method for modeling ACs and HP's.

Credit: 3 PDH
Instructor: Ramon J. Figueroa, MSME, PE, EdD

In this three hour course, the engineer will take an in-depth look at the data available to inform models used in simulation engines. This data is evaluated for consistency and reliability. The results of the extensive data evaluation are then used to propose a new method for modeling air conditioner's (AC’s) and heat pumps (HP's) that takes advantage of simplified inputs to provide more flexibility in modeling, while retaining or improving overall accuracy in simulations. Engineers taking this course analyze the captured data using performance curves based on standard AC library data and air conditioner simulations.


This course offers engineers performance data for unit-specific single and two-stage ACs. The performance data collected is based on climate, so engineers can use the data collected to assess the potential performance of an AC unit in a given area. Engineers taking this course learn the methodology and assumptions required to complete the analysis; a skill well applied to future performance investigations. Additionally, this course offers engineers a starting point for future AC and HP modeling and data analysis.

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you should be able to:

  • Recall a number of standard rating conditions for various conditions.
  • State data evaluation errors that occurred in the report.
  • Identify the input data most needed to predict energy use, and the input data gathered in this report.
  • Recall key conclusions regarding predicted energy use for single and two stage ACs, and areas for future research.
  • Describe key aspects of the EnergyPlus Direct models used.
CertificateYes. Instant download after completing the course.
CEU/PDH0.3 CEU / 3 PDH
DevicesDesktop, Tablet, Mobile
LanguageEnglish