Module Details

Module Code: MANU6008
Title: Pipework Design
Long Title: HVAC Pipework Design
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5400 - Manufacturing Engineering
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to demonstrate
a) typical layout and pipe sizing of hot and cold water distribution systems,
b) basic calculation of heat loss from buildings,
c) typical layout and sizing of hot water heating central heating systems.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Draw typical layouts for mechanical building services elements.
LO2 Describe the technical design requirements for mechanical building services elements.
LO3 Describe the safety and environmental requirements for mechanical building services elements.
LO4 Size mechanical building services elements using industry standard methods.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
10415 MECH6001 Intro to Mechanical Services
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Cold Water Supply
Treatment of potable water. Typical components and system layout. Assessment of hazards, operational safety and environmental issues. Pipe work sizing.
Hot Water Supply
Methods of heating. Typical components and system layout. Use of secondary return. Assessment of hazards, operational safety and environmental issues.
U Values
Determining U Values for building elements. Conformance with Building regulations Part L.
Heat Loss
Calculation of heat loss through building elements. Calculation of total heat loss from a space.
Low Pressure Hot Water Heating Systems
Typical components system layout. Distribution pipe work sizing. Pump sizing. Simple controls. Assessment of hazards, operational safety and environmental issues.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Assessment of class material
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Assessment of class material
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Fred Hall, Roger Greeno. (2013), Building Services Handbook, 7th. Routledge, [ISBN: 978-0-415-63140-2].
  • CIBSE Guide A. (2006), Environmental Design, [ISBN: 978-1-903287-66-8].
  • CIBSE Guide B. (2005), Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, [ISBN: 978-1-903287-58-3].
  • CIBSE Guide C. (2007), Reference Data, [ISBN: 978-1-903287-80-4].
  • BSRIA. (2011), Rules of Thumb, 5th. [ISBN: 978-0-86022 692 5].
  • Dept Environment.. (2008), Technical Guidance Document Part L, Buildings Other than Dwellings. [ISBN: 978-1-4064-2123-1].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EBENS_8 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Building Energy Systems 3 Mandatory
CR_EBSEN_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Building Services Engineering 3 Mandatory
CR_ECTMS_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology - Mechanical Services 4 Mandatory
CR_EBSEN_6 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Building Services Engineering 3 Mandatory