Udemy
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
Subscribe
Turn what you know into an opportunity and reach millions around the world.
Learn More
Your cart is empty.
Keep shopping
Mastering HVAC Chilled Water Pipe Design & Pump Selection
Rating: 4.5 out of 5(1 rating)
23 students

Mastering HVAC Chilled Water Pipe Design & Pump Selection

Comprehensive Guide to Chilled Water Pipe Sizing, Pressure Drop Calculations & Pump Selection for Efficient HVAC Systems
Created bySajjad Ansari
Last updated 3/2025
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Learn the principles of chilled water systems, including primary, secondary, and tertiary pumping configurations.
  • Gain expertise in selecting appropriate pipe sizes, calculating pressure drops, and optimizing flow rates for efficient system performance.
  • Learn how to select the right pump based on system requirements, interpret pump curves, and ensure optimal efficiency in chilled water distribution.
  • Develop skills to design and optimize chilled water piping networks while considering energy efficiency, system redundancy, and sustainability best practices.

Explore related topics

Course content

1 section • 12 lectures • 5h 43m total length

  • 1.1 Introduction to Chilled Water System31:52

    Discover how a chilled water system uses a chiller to remove heat for HVAC cooling, and review the compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, and their types.

  • 1.2 Chilled Water Piping System22:57

    Examine series, parallel, primary-secondary, and series-parallel chiller arrangements and district cooling, focusing on efficiency, redundancy, and suitable applications. Compare closed loop and open loop piping systems and basic sizing considerations.

  • 1.3 HVAC Chilled Water Distribution Schemes43:46

    Explore hvac chilled water distribution schemes: constant volume, primary/secondary, and variable primary flow, with decouplers and chiller sequencing for energy efficiency.

  • 1.4 Chilled Water Flowrate Calculation24:18

    Compute chilled water flow rates for evaporator and condenser using TR formulas, noting 2.4 gpm/ton and 3 gpm/ton, and examine two- and three-way valves in constant primary/variable secondary HVAC systems.

  • 1.5 Types of Pipes, Fittings, and Valves Used in HVAC35:44

    Explore the types of pipes, fittings, and valves used in hvac, including copper, pvc, pex, steel, aluminium, and cast iron, with practical selection guidelines.

  • 1.6 Introduction to Chilled Water Piping System20:09

    Introduce chilled water piping systems in HVAC, covering their purpose, materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, and insulation types with Ashrae 90.1 guidelines.

  • 1.7 Chilled Water Pipe Sizing (Manual Method)15:07

    Master manual chilled water pipe sizing by gathering cooling load data, calculating flow with delta t, and applying Q = AV method using ASHRAE charts for evaporator and condenser pipes.

  • 1.8 Chilled Water Pipe Sizing by Pipe Sizer Software14:42

    Size chilled water pipes using the ASHRAE method with Pipe Sizer software. Check velocity limits for pipes up to 2 inches and head loss limits for larger pipes.

  • 1.9 Chilled Water Pipe Sizing (Graphical Method)10:22

    Size chilled water pipes with a graphical method for closed loop and open system configurations. Use the Ashrae graph to match gpm flow with a four-foot-per-second velocity.

  • 1.10 Primary Pump Head Calculation45:58

    Calculate the primary pump head for a chilled-water system by balancing static, residual, and dynamic heads, including friction losses; static head cancels in closed loops but matters in open loops.

  • 1.11 Secondary Pump Head Calculation28:59

    Calculate the secondary pump head for a chilled water system by summing dynamic head losses from friction in pipes and fittings to the farthest terminal.

  • 1.12 Condenser Water Pump Head Calculation49:43

    Explore condenser water pump head calculation in open-loop cooling systems, including dynamic head, static head, and residual head, and how fittings, pipe lengths, and nozzle pressures influence pump sizing.

Requirements

  • Basic Engineering or Technical Background
  • Interest in HVAC System Design
  • Access to a Computer with Excel
  • Basic Understanding of HVAC Systems

Description

This course is designed to provide a complete understanding of chilled water piping design and pump selection for HVAC systems. Whether you are an HVAC engineer, MEP designer, mechanical engineer, or student, this course will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to design and optimize energy-efficient chilled water distribution systems.

The course covers both fundamental concepts and advanced design techniques, helping learners apply practical methodologies to real-world projects. By the end of this course, participants will be able to size chilled water pipes, calculate pressure drops, select appropriate pumps, and optimize system performance for commercial, industrial, and residential applications.

The training includes detailed calculations, industry best practices, and hands-on case studies to ensure that learners gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in designing cost-effective and efficient chilled water piping networks.

What You Will Learn

  • Fundamentals of Chilled Water Systems – Understand the principles of primary, secondary, and tertiary pumping configurations.

  • Chilled Water Pipe Sizing & Pressure Drop Calculation – Learn how to determine the correct pipe size, calculate friction losses, and optimize flow rates.

  • Pump Selection & Performance Analysis – Master the process of selecting the right pump, reading pump curves, and ensuring efficient system operation.

  • Pipe Material Selection & Insulation – Learn about various piping materials, insulation requirements, and their impact on energy efficiency.

  • Energy Efficiency & System Optimization – Explore strategies for reducing energy consumption and improving the performance of chilled water systems.

  • Practical Case Studies & Real-World Applications – Apply knowledge through real-world HVAC system design challenges.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

  • HVAC & MEP Engineers – Professionals working in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design who want to deepen their knowledge of chilled water systems.

  • Mechanical Engineers & Technicians – Those involved in facility management, building services, or industrial cooling applications.

  • HVAC Designers & Consultants – Individuals responsible for designing and optimizing HVAC chilled water distribution systems.

  • Students & Beginners in HVAC Design – Aspiring professionals who want to develop expertise in chilled water piping and pump selection.

Course Benefits

  • Step-by-step practical approach using industry standards

  • Downloadable Excel sheets and design tools for easy calculations

  • Hands-on case studies to apply knowledge to real-world projects

  • Lifetime access to course materials for self-paced learning

  • Guidance from an industry expert with real-world experience

By the end of this course, you will have the confidence and expertise to design, size, and optimize chilled water piping networks and pump selection for efficient HVAC systems.

Enroll today and enhance your HVAC design skills.

Who this course is for:

  • MEP & HVAC Engineers
  • Mechanical Engineers & Technicians
  • HVAC Designers & Consultants
  • Students & Beginners in HVAC

Report abuse