- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course builds upon fundamental heat pump theory and develops the understanding and applied skills to design, and plan for install, commission, and maintain a residential air to air heat pump system in existing homes. Applying the knowledge and skills developed in MZEB 2110 (Residential Air to Air Heat Pump System Design), students will learn how to assess existing homes and design a retrofit solution that will optimize performance within the a wide range of constraints experienced with existing homes. Through case study and applied examples, students will build understanding and skills to review existing homes and corresponding reports and load calculations, and provide air source heat pump design solutions. Through practical examples, course will address the unique design and installation considerations and challenges for heat pump retrofits demonstrating improved and best practices in design and installation. Topics covered include: electrical panel capacity, coordination of retrofit measures, F280-12 load calculations and equipment zoning, adapted system configurations, ductwork modifications, managing condensate drains, controls optimization, supplementary heating, ventilation systems, etc.
Prerequisite(s)
- 70% in MZEB 2110
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$667.17
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understanding of residential retrofit context and impact of HVAC retrofits on performance of the House as a System.
- Complete a survey of existing home and documentation to evaluate feasibility of retrofit installations.
- Design residential air to air heat pump systems for retrofit applications while addressing specific design requirements of a given dwelling.
- Plan the installation of a residential air to air heat pump system and develop a plan to work within the constraints of an existing building.
- Prepare a commissioning plan for installed residential air to air heat pump systems that addresses the unique elements of retrofit projects using good practices based on industry standards.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Residential Air to Air Heat Pump System Retrofit Design (MZEB 2120) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Residential Air to Air Heat Pump Specialist
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of MZEB 2120 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 52394
Dates
Dec 04 - Dec 05 Loading
- CRN 52394
- $667.17 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
2 days
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- i) Course Prerequisite: completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, MZEB 2110 or TECA's Quality First Residential Air Source Heat Pump System Design ii) Please contact soce-heatpump-microcredential@bcit.ca for registration approval and application of tuition fee grants covering up to 100% tuition costs.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.