HCR 840 - Computer Load Calculations

Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

Course is designed to deliver instruction in the area of heating/cooling load calculations, air flow and air supply/return layout. Extensive use of computers and CAD systems will be incorporated to enhance student productivity.
Prerequisite: HCR 506
Competencies

Enter and/or change client information
Enter and/or change building information
Properly choose a state or province from which you want a location to properly determine your calculations
Enter and/or change wall information
Properly identify wall construction material
Properly identify and choose insulation
Properly identify and choose windows and construction type
Enter and/or change door information
Properly choose a door construction type
Enter and/or change ceiling information
Properly choose a ceiling construction type
Properly identify and choose roofing material
Enter or change floor information
Properly choose floor construction type
Enter or change penetration information
Enter or change heating zone information
Enter or change cooling zone information
Generate reports
Choose proper reports type
Choose specific zones or materials for reports
Rotate building
Change infiltration ratings