Heat Pumps

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A heat pump raises temperature from a low level to a higher level, in a continuous cycle. To do this, the pump uses the energy transfer between two systems, depending mostly on the temperature difference between those systems. It is much easier and quicker to heat an object when either it is closer to the source of heat or the heat source itself is warmer.

Heat pumps were further developed with renewable energy in mind, and the possibility to use renewably produced electricity is one decisive advantage heat pumps have over conventional heating systems (such as those running on oil or gas heating). Heat pumps are technological systems, which increase the thermal level of a working fluid with the help of a mechanical compressor, driven by e.g. electric energy.

This course focuses on:

Definition of a heat pump, its components and its working cycle
Introduction to the parameters related to environmental and financial performance
Existing heat pump technologies and their applications
Heat pumps and their application in their climate zones
Refrigerant fluids

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Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

Describe a heat pump, including its components and working cycle
Classify different heat pump working modes
Evaluate efficiencies, to compare technologies and use cases
Explain and evaluate economic and environmental parameters
Describe different heat pump technologies, and their applications in terms of their performance and use in different climate zones
Classify refrigeration fluids according to their application, global warming potential, and method of disposal

This training suits those who:

Need a comprehensive overview of the operating principles for heat pumps used for cooling and heating,
Would like to get an overview on heat pump applications and costs
Want to get information about the environmental impact of heat pumps

Duration: 1 month

Study time: About 30 hours

Training language: English

E-learning platform: Access the demo course on our e-learning platform.

Price: 260 €

Contact
Raquel Cascales
Project Director E-Learning and Blended Learning
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 46
Email: cascales[at]renac.de