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Air Cooled Absorption for Power Applications
Course number
ME-02-500
PDH credits
5
Air Cooled Absorption for Power Applications Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems are widely used in the U.S. in industrial and institutional applications, but are relatively uncommon in commercial-building applications. Air-cooled lithium bromide (LiBr)-water absorption chillers offer a lot of potential; however, technical barriers to air-cooled operation exist, such as the increased tendency for LiBr…
Fire Suppression System: Operation and Maintenance
Course number
ME-02-402
PDH credits
3
Fire Suppression System: Operation and Maintenance The objective of ITM for fixed fire protection systems is to assure that the systems will function on demand. RCM analysis identifies any defects responsible for system malfunction and how they can be detected and corrected before a fire. A byproduct of RCM analysis is a list of ITM…
Improving Fan System Performance
Course number
ME-02-401
PDH credits
8
Improving Fan System Performance This course is designed to provide engineers and fan system users with a detailed description of various strategies to improve the performance of industrial fan systems. It presents practical guidelines for the design and operation of fan systems and reviews strategies to improve the overall performance of fans and duct systems…
Improving Compressed Air System Performance
Course number
ME-02-400
PDH credits
9
Improving Compressed Air System Performance This course is designed to provide compressed air system users with a reference that outlines opportunities for system performance improvements. It identifies an array of potential performance improvements, details some of the significant opportunities, and identifies additional sources of information. The course presents a detailed overview of the main components…
Liquid Process Piping
Course number
ME-02-340
PDH credits
12
Liquid Process Piping Process piping systems include pipe and appurtenances used to transport fluids as well as the connections and support systems. This course provides guidance to engineers who design and specify piping systems and select materials for chemical and physical unit processes. It includes a detailed analysis of the requirements for plumbing, potable water,…
Installation, Operation and Maintenance of Central Boiler Plants
Course number
ME-02-303
PDH credits
9
Installation, Operation and Maintenance of Central Boiler Plants Central Boiler Plants are constructed primarily to produce an economical supply of energy for distribution at a facility. This energy may be in the form of steam, hot water, compressed air or electricity. A distribution system is necessary to carry this energy to buildings, hospitals, kitchens and…
Introduction to Central Boiler Plants
Course number
ME-02-301
PDH credits
3
Introduction to Central Boiler Plants Central Boiler Plants are constructed primarily to produce an economical energy source for distribution. This energy may be in the form of steam, hot water, compressed air or electricity. A distribution system is necessary to carry this energy to buildings, hospitals, kitchens and laundries where it is used for heating,…
Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pump Basics
Course number
ME-02-281
PDH credits
3
Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pump Basics The pumps that are used in industry and in service in commercial buildings and municipalities can be classified as either centrifugal pumps or positive displacement pumps. This course provides a review of the primary components and operating characteristics of these pumps, along with a discussion of corrective and preventive…