KNX Professionals installing KNX devices that have an impact on the proper functioning of HVAC components that in most cases are installed by a different company or person, must have sufficient knowledge on HVAC (technical terms and their implications) in order to be able to properly coordinate the work with the company that has installed the HVAC components.

The course “Heating, Ventilation and Cooling with KNX” broadens your knowledge of the already existing advanced course with a wide range of practical exercises and additional topics.

In this course, we will teach you needed basic knowledge on HVAC systems and how they are working. Then you will learn how to manage and control them in a smart way using KNX technology.

Here is a brief description of the KNX HVAC Specialist course content:

Basic know-how:
Temperature, heat, thermal energy, thermal capacity, humidity, dew point, formation of condensation and its consequences, …

Heat distribution systems:
Thermal comfort, temperature profiles, heat distribution systems, heat pumps, heating surfaces, heating fittings, heat meters

Heat generators:
Operation of mini CHP plants and heat pumps, solar heat, conventional heat generators, domestic water heating

Legal framework and Domestic water:
Storage / flow-through principle, avoidance of bacteries, heat exchangers, …

Heating control:
Regulation of flow temperature and room temperature, significance of hydraulic balancing, …

In-depth understanding of “Steering and Adjustment”:
Continuous-action and switching controllers, practical setting of the control parameters not only for individual room thermostats

Energy Efficiency with KNX:
with KNX through individual room temperature control dependent on room usage, influence of flow temperature, influence of domestic water temperature, influence of pressure of the circulating pump, …

KNX interfaces / gateways:
Controlling different devices using IR and VRF gateways, interfaces and gateways for heat generators

Introduction to BACnet technology:
The ASHRAE standard and communication ways with KNX

Your benefits
You will receive solid, basic knowledge about HVAC applications in home and building technology using KNX. Important HVAC terms, contexts and typical HVAC components are clearly explained using practical examples. You will be technically qualified to communicate with HVAC manufacturers and specialists.

Target group
• Primarily specialists in electrotechnology
• with experience in electrical installation
• with experience in / knowledge of installation in the HVAC sector

Previous knowledge
• Successful completion of the KNX basic course with certification exam
• Successful completion of the KNX advanced course with certification exam (preferable)

Certificate
After passing the final exam, you will receive the official KNX certificate.