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Introduction to commissioning
Who should attend | Aims | Content and timings | Outcomes | Documentation
Commissioning is a vital phase in the production of building services systems and is defined as The advancement of an installation from the state of static completion to full working order to the specified requirements. The importance of commissioning is often underestimated by design and construction teams and hence it is often neglected in the hurry to get the building completed on time.
This course provides detailed descriptions of the practical procedures required for the successful commissioning of air and water systems. In addition, advice is given on how to design a pipework or ductwork system such that it is commissionable, and similarly how to install the system so as to facilitate commissioning. The course is therefore useful for system designers and installers, as well as for people involved with the commissioning process.
The course is based around BSRIA's applications guides "The Commissioning of Air Systems in Buildings" and "The Commissioning of Water Systems in Buildings" which are commonly specified on most construction projects. Since 2006, England & Wales Building Regulations have required commissioning for all building services systems. This invariably infers compliance with the recommendations in the BSRIA Commissioning Guides.
Dates and prices
| Date | Venue | Type | Price (ex VAT) | CPD hrs | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 10 | BSRIA Ltd | Training |
Members First delegate: £220.00 Subsequent delegate: £185.00 Non-members First delegate: £290.00 Subsequent delegate: £230.00 |
6 | 1 Day |
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| 23 Jun 10 | BSRIA Ltd | Training |
Members First delegate: £220.00 Subsequent delegate: £185.00 Non-members First delegate: £290.00 Subsequent delegate: £230.00 |
6 | 1 Day |
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Who should attend?
The course is intended for professionals in the building industry: building owners, designers, architects, M&E installers, pre-commission cleaning contractors, commissioning specialists and building energy performance assessors. A basic understanding of the layout of pipework and ductwork systems is required.
AimsTo explain commissioning procedures in air and water systems and provide detailed examples of their implementation on real projects.
Content and timingsDelegates will learn about:
Specifying commissioning.
Pipework and ductwork design considerations e.g.
- pipe/duct sizing
- pump/fan selection
- valve/damper options and selection
- flow measurement methods
- suitable tolerances.
Pipework and ductwork installation considerations e.g
- workmanship
- accessibility
- flushing provisions
- venting and draining provisions
- system pressure testing
Commissioning procedures e.g
- instrumentation
- pump/fan tests
- proportional balancing
- witnessing of results
Reporting and documentation.
Agenda
09.30 Registration and coffee
10.00 Specifying system commissioning requirements
The design of commissionable systems
11.00 Coffee
11.15 The installation of commissionable systems
12.15 Questions
12.30 Lunch
13.30 Proportional balancing of air and water systems
14.45 Coffee
15.00 Case study example
16.00 Questions/discussion
16.30 Close
OutcomesDelegates will leave the session with a greater understanding of the issues that must be taken into account when planning for and undertaking the commissioning of air and water systems in buildings.
DocumentationDelegates are provided with a copy of the slides and copies of BSRIA's applications guides "The Commissioning of Air Systems in Buildings" and "The Commissioning of Water Systems in Buildings".
