INTRODUCTION TO HEAT PUMPS
Of the new low carbon technologies, heat pumps are possibly the most perplexing. This course will introduce participants to the complexities of heat pump systems, covering how the heat pump works, how heat is captured from the ground (or air) and how the heat is then best distributed around the building. It will also cover energy needs for different types of buildings so that participants can make an informed decision as to whether a heat pump installation is (or is not) appropriate.
COURSE OUTLINE
Day 1
1600 onwards: arrival. Please ask at reception or in the restaurant for directions toyour room.
1800 Supper in restaurant.
1900 Introductions to the Centre, the course, and each other. Introduction to heat pumps: pictures of installations and look at heat pump.
Day 2
0830 Breakfast in restaurant.
0900 Energy in buildings: introduction to heat loss and insulation, energy consumption, national electrical generation and the principles of conservation.
1100 Coffee in restaurant.
1130 Heat pump concept and theory: types of heat pump, distribution systems, working temperatures and detail of ground source heat pump components.
1300 Lunch in restaurant.
1400 Practical session: looking at a heat pump installation and system design.
1600 Tea in restaurant.
1630 Heat pump theory continued: after the practical session, this will provide more detail on system design and component types.
1800 Supper in restaurant.
Day 3
0830 Breakfast in restaurant.
0900 Environmental aspects and considerations: Co-efficient of Performance (COP) calculations, carbon dioxide emissions, comparison and links to other renewable energy systems.
1100 Tea in restaurant.
1130 Practicalities and requirements: a look at costs, grants available, and equipment types.
1300 Lunch in restaurant then depart.
COURSE TUTORS
Engineers from the Centre for Alternative Technology will lead this course.
