HVC 21309 Steam Systems

(0.4 cr.)
Offered: F,W,S
Focuses on the use of steam for storing and moving energy in HVAC systems. Reviews the fundamentals of water that relate to steam and describes the basic steam system cycle. Discusses a steam system’s operational components–steam boilers and their accessories and controls; steam system loads, including heat exchangers/converters and terminal devices. Steam system valves and piping are covered in detail, including common types of piping arrangements, the components of a condensate return/feedwater system, steam and condensate pipe sizing; and pressure-reducing valves and thermostatic valves. (Replaced HVC 20305)