Format: 2 Modules × 1 Hour Each
Target Audience: Interior Designers, Architects, Design Students
Course Objective
To provide designers with a practical understanding of air-conditioning systems and their integration into architectural and interior spaces, enabling better coordination, occupant comfort, aesthetics, and energy efficiency.
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Module 1
Understanding Thermal comfort and airconditioning Fundamentals
Topics Covered
* Why air conditioning is a design concern
* Human comfort: temperature, humidity and air movement
* How buildings gain heat
* Basics of cooling and refrigeration
* Types of air-conditioning systems:
* Split AC
* Cassette AC
* Ducted Systems
* VRF / VRV Systems
* Central Air Conditioning
* Indoor Air Quality and Fresh Air Requirements
* Factors influencing AC selection:
* Space usage
* Occupancy
* Orientation
* Budget
* Maintenance
Module 2
Integrating HVAC into Interior and Architectural design
Topics Covered
* HVAC coordination during design development
* Ceiling planning with air-conditioning systems
* Placement of diffusers, grilles and return air points
* Coordination with lighting, fire-fighting and other services
* Space requirements for ducts and equipment
* Acoustic considerations in HVAC design
* Common mistakes designers make and how to avoid them
* Energy-efficient and sustainable cooling strategies
* Case studies demonstrating successful HVAC integration
Interactive Discussion
Reading a Floor Plan Through the HVAC Lens
* Identifying service requirements
* Locating AC equipment
* Resolving coordination conflicts
* Balancing aesthetics with performance