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Improving Fan System Performance


Course Outline

This course deals with key components of fan systems and the opportunities that can be seized for the overall improved performance of the entire system. A graphical representation of a system is depicted to help identify individual components and their respective performance improvement areas.

This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.


Learning Objective

At the conclusion of this three hour course, the student will learn the following regarding the improvement of fan system performance:

Intended Audience

The course is directed toward Mechanical Engineers in the process and mechanical industries but will provide helpful knowledge to Engineers of any discipline. While there is no prerequisite for this course, it is highly recommended that the student review PDH course number M191 Introduction to Fans and Fan Systems before embarking on this educational session.


Course Content

The entirety of this course content is based on the United States Department of Energy (DOE) publication entitled Improving Fan System Performance: A Sourcebook for Industry. The publication was developed jointly by the DOE Industrial Technologies Program and the Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA). AMCA is a non-profit association of the world's manufacturers of related air system equipment.

For this course, you are required to study Section 2 of the above publication. You may find it helpful to review Appendix A as well.

Section 2 - Performance Improvement Opportunity Roadmap
Appendix A - Fan System Terminology

The link to the publication is Improving Fan System Performance: A Sourcebook for Industry.

Please click on the above underlined hypertext to view, download or print the document for your study.

Additional Resources

Section 3 of the publication should be reviewed for additional resources. It provides a directory of associations and other organizations involved in the fan marketplace, along with a listing of resources, tools, software, videos, and workshops.

Section 3 - Programs, Contacts, and Resources
Appendix B - The Fan System Marketplace

Quiz

Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.

Take a Quiz

DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.