Course Details

Objective

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and fundamentals of district cooling systems.
• Learn the components, design, and layout of district cooling plants.
• Understand how to operate and maintain district cooling plants effectively.
• Learn energy-efficient practices and technologies for optimizing cooling system performance.
• Gain knowledge of key performance indicators (KPIs) for monitoring and evaluating system efficiency.

Content

Day 1: Introduction to District Cooling Systems

• Overview of district cooling: principles and benefits
• Key components of a district cooling system (chillers, cooling towers, pumps, etc.)
• Types of cooling systems: central and decentralized district cooling
• Design considerations for large-scale cooling plants
• District cooling in urban and industrial environments

Day 2: Design of District Cooling Plants

• Sizing and capacity planning for district cooling plants
• Design of chiller plants and their integration with the district cooling network
• Piping layout and distribution systems for district cooling
• Heat exchangers, cooling towers, and energy recovery systems in district cooling plants
• Selecting equipment for energy efficiency and reliability
• Integration of renewable energy sources in district cooling design

Day 3: Operations of District Cooling Plants

• Operating principles of chillers, cooling towers, and pumps in district cooling systems
• Control systems and automation in district cooling plants
• Monitoring and managing plant performance using Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Cooling load forecasting and load management strategies
• Troubleshooting common operational issues in district cooling plants
• Optimizing plant efficiency through advanced controls and monitoring techniques

Day 4: Maintenance of District Cooling Plants

• Preventive maintenance strategies for key components: chillers, pumps, heat exchangers
• Maintenance of cooling towers and water treatment for cooling systems
• Corrective maintenance techniques and spare parts management
• Testing and calibration of system controls, sensors, and alarms
• Minimizing downtime through predictive maintenance and condition monitoring
• Implementing best practices for long-term plant reliability

Day 5: Energy Efficiency, Sustainability, and Future Trends

• Energy efficiency measures in district cooling systems: optimization and cost reduction
• Evaluating the performance of district cooling plants using KPIs (e.g., COP, SEER, and SCOP)
• Sustainability considerations in district cooling: reducing carbon footprint and improving energy use
• Energy recovery and integration with district heating systems
• Future trends in district cooling: smart grids, IoT, and AI in system management

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

Case Studies, Group Exercises, Group Discussions, Last Day reviews, and assessments will be carried out.

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Methodology

A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. You will also be encouraged to raise your own questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your own analysis and experiences.  Tests of multiple-choice type will be made available on daily basis to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.

Very useful Course Materials will be given.

• 30% Lectures
• 30% Workshops and work presentation
• 20% Group Work& Practical Exercises
• 20% Videos& General Discussions