Course Description
This publication provides an introduction to exterior above ground and underground distribution of mechanical utility media such as high temperature water, steam, condensate, chilled water, compressed air, fuel gas and condenser water.
Course Outline
1. DESIGN RESPONSIBILITIES FOR UNDERGROUND PRE-ENGINEERED HEAT
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
2. DISTRIBUTION SITE LOCATION FACTORS
3. SERVICE AND LOADS
4: SPECIFIC PIPING DESIGN FACTORS
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course you will:
Learn about recommended subsurface explorations;
Learn the location factors to consider in system design;
Learn the importance of soil classification criteria;
Learn how to perform soil permeability tests;
Learn the significance of soil resistivity testing in cathodic protection;
Learn about site classification analysis in application of a shallow concrete trench system;
Learn about design in swelling soils;
Learn when under-trench drainage systems are required;
Learn application parameters for thermosetting resin plastic pipe (RTRP);
Learn the recommended velocity limitations for different media, and
Learn how to design for tunnel and overhead distributions.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for mechanical and civil engineers and other design and construction professionals wanting an introduction to the technologies, equipment and construction practices for exterior distribution of mechanical utilities.
Benefit for Attendee
This course will give engineers and others an introduction to the materials, methods, for exterior above ground and underground distribution of mechanical utilities such as high temperature water, steam, condensate, chilled water, compressed air, fuel gas and condenser water.
Course Introduction
This is an introduction to the materials and methods to be used for exterior distribution of mechanical utilities.
Course Summary
This course will give you professional tools that will allow you to address exterior utility distribution projects.
