Measurements for AcceptanceLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

On completion of the course the student will have deepened the knowledge acquired during the theoretical studies and illustrated the physical and chemical phenomena underlying the HVAC and electrical systems in building services. The student will have been trained in writing technical texts and in project work. Each measurement is done as a project to endorse the adoption of project skills. A project plan will be drawn up for each project containing the objectives, tasks, resources and timetable. The resources and timetable are reviewed with the help of special project review tools. The projects can be commissioned either by the university of applied sciences or by working life parties. The cases are as far as possible chosen from real buildings, real company projects or the like and the project group can shape the project within certain limits.
The student will be familiar with the methods of measurement, measuring instruments, and the correct ways of taking the measurements and will be able to manage the results, assess measurement errors and evaluate the reliability of the results. The student is expected to be able to assess the operations of an HVAC and electricity plant on the basis of the measurement results and to understand the meaning of the measurements to ensure the correct and energy efficient operation of the plant. The student will be expected to be able to draw up a project plan and monitor the timetable of it.

Content

Measuring methods and instruments used at acceptance and energy inspections. Acoustic measurements of HVAC plants. Basic adjustments of a ventilation system. Acceptance and maintenance measurements of air conditioning systems. Project tools and their use. Reporting.
Examining the operations of sewer systems with the help of flow measurements.

Qualifications

Introduction to HVAC Engineering, Measuring Technology, HVAC Systems, Heating Technology 1 and 2, Water Technology 1, Air Conditioning 1

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to apply the above listed knowledge and skills according to instructions.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to apply the above listed knowledge and skills independently.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to give reasons for his or her choices related to the above listed content in a comprehensive manner.