Residential Air to Air Heat Pump System Retrofit Design MZEB 2120

​This course builds upon fundamental heat pump theory and design skills to further develop competencies to address challenges associated with retrofitting residential air to air heat pump system in existing homes.​ Overall, this course complements MZEB 2111 (TECA's Quality First Air to Air Heat Pump System Design - Residential) by providing deeper focus on the retrofit-specific design and planning nuances that are critical for achieving high-performance outcomes in existing residential dwellings. Emphasis is placed on issues of particular importance to successful heat pump retrofits, including assessing electrical service capacity, evaluating and reusing existing ductwork, and planning detailed building enclosure penetrations. The course extends students' ability to apply design principles to real retrofit scenarios and strengthens their understanding of how different heat pump system types will perform once properly installed, commissioned, and operated across a range of existing home conditions. Topics covered include: electrical panel capacity, coordination of retrofit measures, CSA F280-12 load calculations and equipment zoning, system configurations, ductwork modifications, managing condensate drains, controls optimization, supplementary heating, ventilation systems, etc. The course builds on the experience and theoretical knowledge of residential HVAC contractors, who are predominantly plumbers, gas fitters, refrigeration mechanics, and sheet metal workers. From mandatory prerequisite courses, students will already have knowledge and skills for heat loss and heat gain calculations, and forced-air heating and cooling system design and installation.​

Domestic fees

$654.71