Rooftop variable-air-volume (VAV) systems are used to provide comfort
in a wide range of building types and climates. This ENL discusses
HVAC system design and operating strategies that can save energy in
these systems.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the basic concepts of a rooftop VAV system, including the basic components, its advantages and disadvantages, and minimum code requirements.
- Summarize cost-effective strategies to reduce the energy used by rooftop VAV systems.
- Explain how to analyze the economic benefit of various energy-savings strategies.
- Summarize system-level control strategies that improve the performance and flexibility of rooftop VAV systems.
Presentation handouts
Includes presentation slides, presenter biographies, outline
and bibliography.
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the quiz
Assessment is required by USGBC and AIA. Please submit the
form, take the quiz and Trane will provide you with a certificate of
completion documenting your online attendance.
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Item number APP-CMC-028-EN