HVAC Duct System Design, Construction, Testing & Balancing

Complete guide to HVAC duct systems design, construction, fans, duct mounted accessories, noise attenuation, T&B

Created by: Nabil Mahmoud
Mech. & FLS Engineer

What Will I Learn?

• Understand duct types, material & classifications
• Understand duct air flow fundamentals
• Duct design methods, design steps and procedures
• Fan external static pressure calculation
• Duct construction as per SMACNA (A to Z)
• Fans types, fan duct system interaction, fan performance curves, fan system effect, fan arrangements
• Room air diffusion and air distribution systems types
• Air outlets types, selection, sizing
• Duct mounted accessories ( Dampers, Filters, Heaters)
• Duct system noise sources & duct system attenuation method
• Duct testing & balancing procedures & instruments

Requirements

• No requirements needed however Engineering background would be preferred

Target audience

• Mechanical engineers who wishes to undestand all duct related aspects including design and construction in accordance to international codes and standards
• Draftsmen who wishes to master their HVAC duct related skills