This chapter discusses the function of HVAC Systems, describes HVAC operating characteristics, including zoning, solar loading, constant air volume and variable air volume. Also outlined and described here are the components of different air systems.

This chapter focuses on the fundamental concepts of fluid mechanics as they specifically relate to the HVAC industry, including friction losses, pressure measurement, and induction.

This chapter reviews the basic heat transfer processes that are relevant to the HVAC industry, and defines introductory HVAC concepts relevant to later chapters in the Handbook.

This chapter focuses on the factors of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) that are directly affected by HVAC systems, namely indoor air quality and thermal comfort.

This chapter focuses on the factors of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) that are directly affected by HVAC systems, namely indoor air quality and thermal comfort.

This chapter provides a basic understanding of acoustics, including fundamental concepts and measurement procedures in the field and the laboratory. Several methods of rating HVAC sound sources are presented.

This chapter provides an understanding of duct design with respect to the building design process. This design has a direct impact on the energy utilization and the overall efficiency of the building HVAC system.

This chapter reviews the basic heat transfer processes that are relevant to the HVAC industry, and defines introductory HVAC concepts relevant to later chapters in the Handbook.

This chapter provides an overview of how to estimate the sound pressure levels in an occupied space, attenuation factors for different duct elements, and suggest criteria for different spaces.

This chapter describes the various controls options available, with a particular emphasis on VAV terminals and rooftop units. System control strategies are also presented in a focused review of building automation and control networks.

This chapter provides an overview of the various fan coil and blower coil products available in the market, including typical applications for each. Guidelines are presented for zone piping as well as a comprehensive discussion of controls options and strategies.

This chapter describes the operation of VAV diffusers as well as their major benefits. Guidelines are presented for outlet selection and layout as well as duct pressure control techniques for several HVAC systems.

This chapter focuses on the main design criteria for displacement ventilation systems and introduces its common applications. The following chapter goes further into depth on the specific requirements of schools, theatres, health care and industrial spaces.

Underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems create a general upward flow of air in the space and, like displacement ventilation, allow the effective removal of heat, pollutants, and odours.

Active and passive beam systems use water as well as air to transport energy throughout the building, offering savings in energy, space, and maintenance costs.

Health care facilities include a wide range of different spaces, all with unique HVAC requirements. This chapter on the fundamentals of health care ventilation covers topics like pathogen origin and airborne disease transmission, filtration, noise control, suitable health care air outlets.

Cleanrooms are specific spaces where the control of particulates is critical to the process occurring, and great care must be taken to avoid introduction and generation of particles while also removing existing particles quickly.

Laboratories are diverse spaces, making air distribution and control design challenging and highly variable. This chapter covers topics such as airflow control devices, fume hoods and equipment, along with additional space considerations.

This chapter seeks to understand the origin and movement of unwanted airborne particulates in the airstream and considers how to utilize air purification technologies to capture and remove those particulates from the breathing zone of occupants.