SIa0eIjCes SN ASHRAE > \/ F CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD)GNGIGICH ISBN 978-1-947192-59-1 (PDF) ASHRAE © 2020 ASHRAE 1791 Tullie Circle, NE Atlanta, GA 30329 wow. ashrae.org All rights reserved. ASHRAE is a registered trademark in the U.S. Patent and ‘Trademark Office, owned by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air- Conditioning Engineers, Inc. ASHRAE has compiled this publication with care, but ASHRAE has not investigated, and ASHRAE expressly disclaims any duty to investigate, any product, service, process, procedure, design, or the lke that may be described herein. Tho ‘appearance of any technical data or editorial material in this publication does not constitute endorsement, warranty, or guaranty by ASHRAE of any product, service, process, procedure, design, or the like. 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The Foundation's commitment to supporting an innovative, resource-rich study guide, which leverages instructional design best practices, will help ensure effective adult learning that drives desired outcomes and helps HVAC designers work toward achieving their CHD certification goals. eo CONTRIBUTORS ASHRAE would like to thank the Certified HVAC Designers who contributed written materials, technical expertise, and editorial comment in creation of this, study guide. Nissun Feiner, C.Tech, CHD Delta-T Designs Inc. kyle E. Koval, CHD East Hills Engineering Associates LLC Joshua Mee, CHD Wendel! Companies Ahmad F. Shaar, BCXP, BEMP, CHD, HBDP, HFDP, OPMP MAG Intemational Roger Tiguelo, CHD GRG Prime Engineering Solutions Co CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 3see) SOCOM CIGD CONTENTS INTRODUCTION How to Use This Study Guide.. CHD Exam Preparation Resources ‘SECTION 1.1: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS A-F Overview. Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.1, Tasks A-F. 14 Self-assessment 15 SECTION 1.2: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS G-L.. Overview. 7 Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.2, Tasks G-L..... Self-assessment.... SECTION 1.3: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS MR. OVENVIOW .creosee Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.3, Tasks M-R.. Self-assessment... ‘SECTION 1.4: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS S-Z. Overview. Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.4, Tasks S-Z. Self-assessment 27 DOMAIN 1: SYSTEM DESIGN PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS. ‘SECTION 2: DOMAIN 2, DESIGN CALCULATIONS. OVEN IOW .creorne - Quick Quiz, Domain 2, Tasks A-J... Self-assessment.... SECTION 3: DOMAIN 3, PROCEDURAL. Overview ce 49 Quick Quiz, Domain 3, Tasks A-K .. 50 Self-assessment 51 DOMAIN 3: PROCEDURAL PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 4see) SOCOM CIGD SECTION 4. ]OMAIN 4, COORDINATION, TASKS A-J.. Domain 4, Section 4.1, Tasks A-J Self-assessment ..... son son SECTION 4.2: DOMAIN 4, COORDINATION, TASKS K-U Overview. Quick Quiz, Domain 4, Section 4.2, Tasks K-U rene Self-assessment DOMAIN 4: COORDINATION PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS MY CHD CERTIFICATION EXAM STUDY MAP... Task Notes..... Study Pian... PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS: ANSWER KEY Domain 1: System Design... Domain 2: Design Calculations... Domain 3: Procedural 79 Domain 4: Coordination ..... APPENDIX Common HVAC Design Formulas GLOSSARY... CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 5INTRODUCTION ASHRAE is an international membership society committed to the advancement of the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world. The Certified HVAC designer (CHD) cerification program supports this mission by validating job competency as understood in internationally recognized technical information, reflecting the best practices that lead our industry (Ae eX ‘The CHD certification program validates competency of the HVAC designer, working under the responsible charge of an engineer, to do the following: Design HVAC systems to meet building/project requirements, including load calculations, equipment selection and sizing, mechanical equioment room design, duct and piping design, and layout for the development of HVAC plans for permit and construction. This Study Guide provides a framework and tools to help you selt-assess your knowledge in HVAG design and create a customized, self-paced study plan for the CHD exam, ASHRAE offers numerous resources in the field. The ‘Study Guide will help you target which resources are most beneficial based ‘on your own professional development needs In this Study Guide, you, the candidate, are expected to evaluate your personal skills and qualifications against numerous Tasks broken down into individual Domains. Depending on your experience level, some of these Tasks may be daunting and unfamiliar. If that is the case, consider it an opportunity for growth and devote extra attention to these matters. David Underwood, P. Eng., 2015- 2016 ASHRAE President, once said that “we in the engineering community are in the solutions industry.” Based on this statement, itis your job to identify problems and produce solutions. The Tasks included in Domains 1-4 represent the skills necessary to produce solutions for HVAC-related problems, and this Study Guide represents your opportunity to fill gaps in your knowledge or experience base. Using navigation buttons at top of screen: The buttons located at the top of each page allow you to navigate through this document. Click on these buttons fo take you Back to view the last page you were on or to the First Page, Previous Page, Next Page, or Last Page. The Glossary button provides a direct link to the full glossary. BIanGjejen CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 6 COICO More information about the CHO credential and eligibility ctiteria can be found on the ASHRAE website and in the CHD Cancidate Guidebook Clicking links in this document vill open in a browser window You will need to navigate back 1 the PDF to pick up where you lett of.ee) SOOO Err TROM aidan ROL Rede EEA ea Provide a framework and tools for customized, self-paced exam preparation Focus your review on key elements of recommended exam preparation resources Review knowledge needed to design HVAC systems to meet building/project, requirements Build knowledge and skills across the four (4) Domains of the CHD exam, which are: Domain 1: System Design Domain 2: Design Calculation Domain 3: Procedural Domain 4: Coordination ‘= Identity key terms and concepts used by HVAC designers ‘= Provide the opportunity for you to test your acumen and readiness for the CHD exam ‘+ Help you assess your own individual core content strengths and weaknesses, and build a study map customized for your needs. How to Use This Study Guide This Study Guide is designed as a workbook that contains tools you can use to assess what you need to focus on as you prepare to take the exam. ‘The Study Guide is organized by Domains and Tasks. There are four ASHRAE Rosourcos aro listed Domains total, some of which have numerous Tasks (Domain 1 has 26 inthis Study Guido and aro Tasks, for example), so we've broken them down into segments. The CHD Eas certification exam was developed to assess your competence to perform Beolsioe each of these Tasks as organized under each Domain, so this is a great way to organize your study leading up to the exam and to also build and validate your knowledge, skills, and abilities as an HVAC designer. ASHRAE offers numerous resources to help you study for the CHD certification exam; however, which resources do you need to review to prepare for the exam? The tools in this Study Guide link the Domains and ‘Tasks with the resources available from ASHRAE to help you review and study the content. The tools will also help you determine which Tasks you eed to focus upon. So, for example, if through the Self-assessment and Quick Quiz contained herein you discover that you have limited knowledge of Domain 1: System Design, Task A: Size supply, retum, and exhaust ducts, the Study Guide will direct you to the 2017 ASHRAE Hanabook— Fundamentals, Chapter 21. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 7GNGIGICH Study Tools In this Study Guide you will find the following tools for each Domain that will help you assess what you already know, and importantly, what you don’t know, step-by-step: * Quick Quiz + Self-assessment, including the Task-by-Task Resource Guide, which will direct you to resources you can use to study, including “deep dive” resources in some instances you can use to delve deeper into that topic + Practice Exam Questions * Study Map Used together, the study tools in the Guide and ASHRAE’s resources will help you create a targeted, customized study plan based upon your own needs. You will note that we have broken some Domains into multiple sections to help you pace yourself through the material You will start each section by taking a Quick Quiz which will help you test your knowledge of key terms and concepts for that section. Next, you will complete a Self-assessment to capture the areas you need to focus upon as you study for your certification exam. These tools will help you assess your knowledge and organize your study of the content. You'l find instructions for how to use each study too! throughout this Study Guide, but here's an overview: Using the Study Guide and ASHRAE Resources Together We recommend using the study tools for each Domain to guide your course of study and help you prepare for the CHD exam: Read the Overview and take the Quick Quiz and Selt- assessment for each section of the Study Guide, starting with Domain 1, Tasks A-F. Review the ASHRAE Resources for each Task as outlined in the ‘Task-by-Task Resource Guide included in the Self-assessment, focusing your inital review on tasks you marked as "somewhat™ or "not very" confident. Record notes about the topics you need ‘to spend time studying. ‘When you have completed your first fll review of all four Domains and the study tools for each one, return to the ‘Study Guide to complete your Study Wap. This final study too! will help you map out your course of study leading up to the certification exam. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) ase) COCOA Practice Exam Questions ‘The Study Guide also includes Practice Exam Questions, organized by Domain. You can use these in several ways: + As a pre-test to check your baseline knowledge * As a post-test after completing your review to see how you might do on the exam * As a study and practice tool leading up to the exam, to help check your progress The answer key in the back of the Study Guide includes feedback with the Domain and Task number to help you go back and revisit the content as needed. Remember, you can find the right resource for each Task in the Selt-assessments, which include a Task-by-Task guide to the ASHRAE Resources Glossary and Search Glossary terms are defined within the text. Click any bolded term to see its definition. You can also access all of the terms at any time by navigating to the glossary by clicking this button. At any time you can search the Study Guide to find terms or concepts you want to study or review by clicking here. ‘erod HIME sex (CHO] eration ogra spar sma Dy ‘tng ob expen snes meray somone {tomeat emat,ocng Be best reeset no MEU, Sa TEEN Tasgusmres epson cpa anongioe wb any. Evaluation We want to hear from you! Please click this link to complete an evaluation of this Study Guide when you have completed it CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 9ee) SOOO CHD Exam Preparation Resources CHD RESOURCES ASHRAE publications available to help you prepare for the CHD examination may be purchased ne ASHRAE Bookatoe Awww. techstreet, com/ashrae/index. htm! Publications Primary Publications ‘+ 2019 ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Applications ‘+ 2017 ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals += 2016 ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Systems & Equipment Secondary Publications + ANSVASHRAE Standard 15, Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems and Designation and Classification of Refrigerants + ANSVASHRAE Standard 55, Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy ‘+ ANSVASHRAE Standard 62.1, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality + ANSVASHRAEIIES Standard 90.1, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low Rise Residential Buildings ‘+ Standard 90.1 User's Manual + ANSUASHRAE/IES Standard 202, Commissioning Process for Buildings and Systems + ANSV/ASHRAE Standard 209, Energy Simulation Aided Design for Building Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings + ASHRAE Guideline 36, High-Performance Sequences of Operation for HVAC Systems ‘+ Principles of Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning + Air-Conditioning Systems Design Manual, 3rd Ecition ASHRAE Learning Institute (ALI) and eLearning Center Courses + The ASHRAE Leaming Institute (ALI, httos:/Avww.ashrae.ora(professional- development) and ASHRAE eLearning On Demand (hitps:/omw.ashrae.ora/professional-development/eleamning-on-demand) offer a wide range of archived, online courses (hitps:/vrmw techstreet, com/ashrae/subgroups/48292), professional development seminars, and short courses on ASHRAE Standards and Guidelines. ASHRAE also offers training for companies or chapters. ‘+ CHD Practice Exam hitos://store.lxr x2id=1748 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 10see) SOCOM CIGD Codes ‘+ ICC, Intemational Fire Code ‘+ ICC, International Building Code + ICC, Intemational Mechanical Code + ICC ~2018, International Green Construction Code (IgCC) + NFPA 101, Life Safety Code ‘+ NFPA 92A, Standard for Smoke-Control Systems Utilizing Barriers and Pressure Differences + NFPA 928, Standard for Smoke Management Systems in Malls, Atria, and Large Spaces CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 1"DOMAIN 1, TASKS A-F se) COCOA SECTION 1.1: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS A-F Overview In Domain 1, you will review the Tasks related to the art of HVAC, involving the conceptualization and higher-level design. At this stage, your desion begins with a blank canvas but begins to move from abstract intent, to a solid foundation on which the rest of your design will build Like any art, HVAC can also be subjective. Its a given that you need to heat, cool, ventilate, etc., but these are the end, not the means. The skills outlined in Domain 1 are where you exercise your creativity; your competency in these skills will be what sets the master painter apart from the amateur hobbyist. ‘Tasks A-F will test your ability to break out your concept into individual segments that can be expanded upon later. How these concepts might apply day-to-day ‘Say you are working on a single-level office building: you might need to look at the following factors: * Can you identify which rooms have common operating conditions? » Based on building orientation and location, can you infer which offices will behave differently during different times of the day? By identifying each room's unique demands, you can group them together to develop a zoning plan, but you are also able to logically begin to lay out your equipment and distribution systems. In addition, you will need to identify and understand the following + What is the best way to route supply and return ducts to effectively serve the spaces, while using the least amount of energy? + What interferences or coordination with other disciplines can you expect? + Where do you require exhaust or fresh air? * Can you identify the best location for mechanical equipment for serviceability or noise consideration? + Do you understand the differences in technologies well enough that you have a feeling for which system type lends itself best to this application? CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) RCOICO @ DOMAIN 1, TASKS A-F At this stage, everything is stil vague; nothing is sized and no loads are determined, You will not begin to perform calculations until Domain 2, but the work that is done here will pave the way for these details to develop. Remember that a building is only as strong as the foundation that supports it, and your knowledge and ability at this stage will affect the outcome of all other work down the line. In addition, your ability to understand and compartmentalize these Tasks will further help you properly communicate your intent to teammates who may be further developing them down the line. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 2BGNGIGICH Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.1, Tasks A-F Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 1, Tasks A-F. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct, option from the choices provided. ASHRAE DOMAIN 1, TASKS A-F ese aad TERMS PER) Control sequence The greatest application of has been in conjunetion with variable-ai-volume (VAV) eel systems for cooling-only services. Flow diagram 2. The measures the controlled Perimeter haating variable and transmits to the controller a signal having a pressure, voltage, or current value related by a Sensor known function to the value of the variable being measured. 3. Vertical may need to be extended to reduce exhaust-to-intake recirculation and iprove equipment effectiveness. 4. When completing testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) and commissioning, consider posting laminated system at or adjacent to cooling and healing equipment indicating operating instructions, TAB performance, commissioning {functional performance tests, and emergency shutoff procedures. 5. Inthermal storage systems, the optimal results trom trade-offs ‘between the costs of cooling the storage during off- peak hours and the cost of meeting the load during on- peak hours. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 4DOMAIN 1, TASKS A-F se) COCOA Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and assess your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially for those Tasks which you marked “somewhat” or “not very’ confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Note “deep dive" resources are provided where appropriate to guide you if want to expand your course of study on that topic. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map after you have ‘completed your Selt-assessment of all four Domains. ue a OMe ome het tee) PPL Rs a gcd Reed Peet Ket OS Oo ene) Task A: Size supply, i Confident 2017 Fundamentals retum, and exhaust ducts. 2] somewhat Handbook, confident Chapter 21 CO Notvery Deep dive: 2019 confident Applications Handbook, Chapter 46, Task B: Prepare HVAC] Confident 2019 Applications zoning plans and sensor what Handbook, focations in accordance Somewhat creas with building design. CO Notvery Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals ntident confident Handbook, Chapter 7 Task C: Prepare control Confident 2019 Applications sequences and what Handbook, schematics. D Somewhat Chapter 43 Deep ave: 2017 G Notvery — Pendomrial Handbook, Chapter 7; 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 48; ASHRAE Guideline 36, Chapters 4 and 5. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 15DOMAIN 1, TASKS A-F see) SOCOM CIGD Task D: Design ductwork Confident 2017 Fundamentals and piping including shaft Somewhat Handbook, Chapters and celling space Conlident, 21 and 22 pes is Desp dive: 2017 OF Notvery Fundamentals, Handbook, Chapter 40 oo Task E: Differentiate and) Coniident 2016 Systems and design HVAC system types Equipment (62, variable airvolme 1 Somewhat iar dcok, Chapters [VAV], variable refrigerant 1,2,3, 4,6, 10, 13, flow [VRF], radiant, thermal C1 Notvery 46, and 51 storage, underfloor confident oop dive: 2016 systems, perimeter and Systems and process systems). Equipment Handbook, Chapters 5,7, 8,9, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18 Confident 2016 Systems and m Equipment Somewhat Confident Handbook, Chapters 1 Not very 2,3, 4, and 13 Deep dive: 2017 confident Fundamentals Handbook 1, 5, 6, 7, 8,9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 Task F: Design HVAC flow diagrams. oo CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 16DOMAIN 1, TASKS G-L se) COCOA SECTION 1.2: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS G-L Overview Tasks G-L build upon the work that was done in Tasks A-F. While at this stage no calculations have been completed, you will narrow in on some of the minutiae that was left out in A-F. These Tasks are critical to carry your design forward and ensure that your final design meets the design intent. Some of the questions you will want to ask include the following: + Looking at your preliminary duct or piping routing, can you refine the paths to minimize pressure loss? * Can you identity points that would allow for fewer elbows or take-offs? + How well do you understand air distribution and grilles/diffusers/registers (GDRs)? + Can you properly select and lay them out to ma» minimizing draft, noise, and pressure loss? * Once calculations are produced, do you understand HVAC technology well enough that you can select a system to use in this application and to ‘convey your design intent to relevant vendors? * Do you properly understand all these Tasks to the point that you can prepare a detailed design brief and prepare schematics, flow diagrams, etc., to present to relevant stakeholders? ‘Competency in these Tasks will ensure that you're able to properly ‘communicate your design, which is paramount to ensuring that whoever carries your design from paper to the real world will achieve the goals you have set from the beginning, comfort while CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 7GNGIGICH Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.2, Tasks G-L Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 1, Tasks G-L. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct option from the choices provided. ASHRAE DOMAIN 1, TASKS G-L ese aad TERMS PEs) Air-diffusion performance index (ADP!) occurs uring cooling unit operation only, Air-handiing units (AHUs) and space condition control is Dehuricification usually limited to use of room thermostats. Design loads 2 The Venturi tube useful tool in predicting outlet performance for fully mixed systems, 3. The isa nozzle followed by an expanding recovery section to reduce net pressure loss. 4. When calculating heat losses oF gains from the air-distribution system must be included in the total load for each room. 5. canbe ‘one of the more complicated pieces of equipment to specify or order, because a vast array of choices are available and there is no single- number identifier that adequately describes the desired product. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 18DOMAIN 1, TASKS G-L se) COCOA Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map alter you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. My Notes (Topics | Need to Spend Task G: Design duct and 1] Confident 2017 Fundamentals fluid systems to minimize 5 Somewhat Handbook, Chapters pressure loss and resultant A SOmeth ot and 22 ower requirements. Or Nerve oop dive: 2017 ey, Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 37 and 39 Task H: Select HVAC Confident Deep dive: 2016 system based on Systems and ulations (eg, AHUs, Somewhat erent fans, pumps, cher, Handbook, Chapters cooling towers). 0] Notvery 4, 2,3, 4, 13, 21, 40, confident 43, 44) 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 1.17, and 40 Task: Design proper air (Confident 2019 Applications diffusion and devices Handbook, Chapter following codes and O Somewhat 55 standards. CO Notvery Deep dive: 2016 Confident Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 20; 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 59; ASHRAE Standard 55, Chapters 6 and 7 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 19see) SOCOM CIGD Task J: Develop a detailed HVAC design based on the approved preliminary building design concept and site information Task K: Prepare HVAC schematics, plan drawings, elevation views, section views, and installation details. Task L: Select diffusers and grilles to meet thermal comfort and ventilation needs and coordinate with architectural plans (2.9., ceiling grid, under floor systems, sidewalls, architectural specialties, transfers). oa oo oa Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 3, 4, and 28; 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 17, 18, and 40 Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 2, 8,6, 10, 13, and 14; 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 19 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 20 Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 10; 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 8; 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 58; ASHRAE Standard 55, Chapter 5 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 20 DOMAIN 1, TASKS G-Lse) COCOA eo SECTION 1.3: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS M-R Overview In Tasks A-L, you evaluated your abilities Tasks with increasing detail. Tasks M-R will evaluate your understan design functionality, as well as designs affecting existing buildings. Renovations are often more complicated than new construction projects, as the designer is often operating with poor as-built documentation and is often unable to access existing duct and piping distribution. Your ability to confidently execute Tasks M-R will drastically increase the likelihood of project success when dealing with renovations and retrofits. For example: * Can you investigate and audit the existing system designs, evaluate existing equipment, and determine capacities using supporting documentation? * Are you able to understand proposed changes to the building and determine how the HVAC system is affected? * Are you able to effectively communicate what systems need to be demolished or modified? = Are you able to recommend integration of new technologies to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the HVAC systems? + What upgrades to the existing system will be necessary to suit the proposed changes? ‘+ What challenges do the site conditions pose to your proposed design? * Will you be able to recommend solutions that will match the longevity of the building in terms of serviceability and future expansion? + Will your solutions provide redundancy strategies to minimize downtimes during maintenance? Due to the nature of renovations, an HVAC designer relies heavily on effective coordination and communication. Lack of adequate preparation during these Tasks drastically increases the likelinood of cost and schedule overruns due to poor drawings and missed site conditions and may even jeopardize the effectiveness of overall design. Just like Tasks A-L, proper focus and attention to these skills will pay dividends down the road. ith regard to preliminary design fing of CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 2se) COCOA Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.3, Tasks M-R Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 1, Tasks M-R. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct option from the choices provided. DOMAIN 1, TASKS M-R. ese aad TERMS Peas) Air delivery equipment 4. In an existing project's O&M Documentation Library, equipment technical data sheets and as- DDC or BAS systems built drawings can be obtained from the Maintenance manual / ed Operating manual — respectively 2. Vibration analysis to identify imbalances, bearing Predictive maintenance wear, and misalignment is an example of 3 can monitor, calculate, and record system status, water use, energy use at the main meter or of particular end-use systems, demand, and hours of operation; as well as start and stop building systems. 4. One. rising in popularity is, a fan array, which uses mulliple plug fans on a common pienum wall, thus reducing unit size. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 22DOMAIN 1, TASKS M-R. se) COCOA Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map alter you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. NOTE: Task P is based on experience, and there are no Resources available for review or study. Perl a My Notes (Topics I Need to Spend CS ee aac eS Lt) Task M: Evaluate 1 Confident 2017 Fundamentals proposed buiiding design ‘mewhat Handbook. proposed bung. design [Somewhat Handbook, HVAC implications. rd 1 Notvery Deep dive: 2016 eee Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 2,8, 4, and 18 Task N:Integratenew Confident 2019 Applications system technologies into what Handbook, Chapters HVAC design (e.9. O eermon 42.and 63 variable refrigerant tlow Deep dive: 201 [VRF}, electronically 1 Notvery — een dive: 2016 mfidert Systems an ‘commutated motor [ECM] or Equipment control, integrated Handbook, Chapters automation) 718. and 45. 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 43 and 65; 2018 International Green Construction Code, Chapters 7 and 8 Task O: Research and 1] Confident 2019 Applications contirm capacities of mewhat Handbook, existing equipmentana 7 SOmewnat Chapters 40 obtain shop drawings of existing equipment (e.g, Notary Fe Ratan eet confident Deep dive: 2018 chillers, cooling towers). ‘Applications Chapter 44 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 23see) SOCOM CIGD demolition drawings of the equipment and systems that must be moved or relocated to accomplish retrofit. Task Q: Recommend system design options to minimize machine or system downtime ( Net, 2N, fan array, drive fans, VRF). Task R: Recommend system configurations to facilitate future ‘maintenance (0.9. system access, coil pull space, motor replacement, safety concerns). oo oo Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Task P:no recommended chapters 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 4 Deep dive: 2016 ‘Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 1,2,3, 13, 18, 21, and 44 2019 Applications Handbook, ‘Chapter 40 Deep dive: 2019 Applications: Handbook, Chapter 60 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 24 DOMAIN 1, TASKS M-R.DOMAIN 1, TASKS S-Z se) COCOA SECTION 1.4: DOMAIN 1, SYSTEM DESIGN, TASKS S-Z Overview By this stage of an HVAC design project, you have established a high-level design intent, provided additional detail to help develop and mature the design, reviewed existing conditions, and evaluated different options to suit all these different circumstances. ‘Tasks $-Z will round out the rest of the design by providing needed detail. At this point, you would incorporate calculations (to be reviewed in Domain 2) and integrate them in your design. Tasks that you may want to consider include the following: * Can you adequately prepare drawings and schematics that show distribution branches, piping loops, and system components? * Are you able to identify the need for balancing and flow regulation, as well as specify and document balancing dampers and valves? * Are you able to size and select expansion tanks, heat exchangers, air handlers, and boiler plants? * Are you able to size and select pumps, valves, and fans? ‘These final touches complete your design and finish its journey from abstract, intent to a tangible, workable product. At this stage, you should have identified all your conditions, variables, and operating parameters and produced a design that will accurately and deliberately meet those metrics. ‘Once you are satisfied that you are sufficiently competent in Tasks A-Z of Domain 1, proceed to Domain 2. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 25GNGIGICH Quick Quiz, Domain 1, Section 1.4, Tasks S-Z Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 1, Tasks S-Z. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct option from the choices provided. ASHRAE DOMAIN 1, TASKS S-Z ese aad TERMS Ce) Air-side 1. Ain) ‘economizer uses ‘outdoor alr to reduce relrigeration requirements. Ancillary equipment 2 fans may be forward- Calibration ‘curved, Backward-inclined, or airfoil, and single- widthsingle-inlet (SWS!) or double-wiath/double-inlet Coca) (Dwo). is an energy Pinch technology analysis Tool thal uses vector analysis to evaluate all heating and cooling utilities in a process. 3, is the process of ‘comparing a set of discrete magnitudes or the characteristic curve of a continuously varying ‘magnitude with another set or curve previously established as a standard. 4. Acentral plant can be customized without sacrificing the standardization, flexibility, and performance required to support the primary cooling and heating ‘equipment by carefully selecting . automatic control, and facility management. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 26DOMAIN 1, TASKS S-Z se) COCOA Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map after you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. NOTE: This is the last set of Tasks for Domain 1. Answer the Practice Exam Questions that follow for Domain 1 before moving on to Domain 2. How confident are you in your knowledge, —Task-by-Task Geek) ees seas) skills, and abilities in these Job Tasks? Task S: Design for TO Confident 2019 Applications balancing air and fluid mewhat Handbook, systems (eg,, balancing Somewhat Chapter 39 dampers, balance valves, Deep dive: 2016 self-balancing control a fot er, HVAC Systems and valves). Equipment Handbook, Chapter 47; 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 37 Task T: Prepare ductwork [] Confident 2016 Systems and and piping flow diagrams to ‘what Equipment convey the design intent 2 Someshat rock, Chapters (9. primarysecondary 54 ot vgn, 9.4.51 9, 10,19, 21 systems, pumping and Notvery, Deep dive: 2016 isolation systems, duct Systems and loops, exhaust risers with Equipment sub-ducts.) Handbook, Chapters 1,2,6,7,8,11, 12, 14,15, 16,17, 18, and 21 Task U: Design piping and [1 Confident 2017 Fundamentals ductwork layout based on] somewhat Handbook, Chapters caloulated sizing and confident, 21 and 22 required routing. Lo Notwery Deep dve: 2017 confident. Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 38 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 27DOMAIN 1, TASKS S-Z see) SOCOM CIGD Task V: Soloct expansion [] Confident 2016 Systems and tanks. Somewhat Equipment © Somewhat andbook, Chapter 13 0 Notvory Deep dive: 2016 confident Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 15 Task W: Select major air- 1] Confident 2016 Systems and side Somewhat Eauipment OF Somewhat andbook, Chapters Do Notvey #4 S:and 10 Deep dive: 2016 confident ‘Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 2,3,6,7,8,9,11, 12, 13,14, 18,16, 17, and 18 isk X: Size major heating C] Confident 2016 Systems and plant components. Somewhat Equipment © Somewhat Handbook, OI Notvory tart 8? Deep dive: 2016 confident ‘Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 3,5, 13, and 15 OO Confident 2017 Fundamentals 1 Somewhat Handbook, confident Chapter 29 Not Deep dive: 2016 O Mien Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 18; ASHRAE Standard 15, (Chapters 7 and 8 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 28DOMAIN 1, TASKS S-Z see) SOCOM CIGD Task Z: Solect major cooling plant components: 1. fans CO Confident 2016 Sysiems and nat Equipment © Somewhat Handbook, Co Notveny ohapter 21 Contidert Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 4 2. coils TO Confident 2016 Systems and Somewhat Eduipment © Somewhat Handbook, Co Notvoy, chapter 23 Deep dive: 2016 confident ‘Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 5, 18, and 27 3. piping O Confident 2017 Fundamentals Handbook Somewhat , 8 confident Chapter 22 D Not very confident 4. pumps 1 Confident 2016 Systems and Equipment OF Somewhat andbook, Chapter 44 OF Notvory Deep dive: 2016 confident Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters Sand 13, CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 29COICO @ ASHRAE > DOMAIN 1 DOMAIN 1: SYSTEM DESIGN PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS 1. Which design method should be used to size ducts downstream of terminal boxes, toilet exhaust ducts, and other low-pressure systems? A. equal friction method B. static friction method . static regain method 2. For duct sizing, the static regain method should be avoided for: A. positive-pressure duct systems B. negative-pressure systems C. low-pressure duct systems 3. Which of the following statements is MOST accurate regarding the Task of sequencing heating and cooling? A. Central fan systems should not use cool outdoor air in sequence between heating and cooling. B. Heating and cooling should be supplied simultaneously for humidity control. C. Zoning and system selection should eliminate, or at least minimize, simultaneous heating and cooling. 4. When choosing a chiller, this type of system requires greater care in design of the control system and control sequences but is usually more efficient. ‘A. constant flow B. variable flow (J C. variable-primary flow CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 30DOMAIN 1 see) SOCOM CIGD 5. Accontrol schematic MOST frequently includes which of the following? A. description of the layout ree aed B. description of the system functions TFT C. layout of the Input/output objects 6. When looking at the schematic of a heating system, the air-distribution system is made up of which two items? A. boiler(s); heating coil(s) B. heating coils); zone(s) C. zone(s); boiler(s) 7. Buildings over how many stories high USUALLY require vertical shafts to consolidate mechanical, electrical, and telecommunication distribution throughout the facility? A 3 B.5 C7 8 When determining the proper accounting of leakage-related impacts on fan energy and space conditioning loads, the recommended MAXIMUM system leakage is what percentage of design airfiow. A. 2% B. 5% C. 8% 9. When designing a fluid flow system, there are two concems that need to. be taken into consideration. They are the: A. flow/pressure relationship and the sizing of pipe B. number of joints in the plan and flow/pressure relationship C. number of joints in the plan and the sizing of pipe CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 31isimey CICOCICIGH @ DOMAIN 1 10. There are three basic types of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems: cooling only, heat pump, and sere ead A. air-cooled outdoor rN B. heat recovery ©. water-cooled outdoor 11. The thermal layer of water in a chilled-water thermal storage tank, separating warmer water at the top and cooler water at the bottom is called which of the following? A. a thermocline B. thermal bridging C. thermal storage capacity 12. The flow diagram of a two-pipe change-over system MUST contain A. boiler, pump, and load C. chiller, pump, and load 13. The most common engineering design flow loss calculation selects a pipe size based on which of the following? A. allowable pressure drop and desired flow rate B. designed length of pipe and allowable pressure drop C. desired flow rate and designed length of pipe 14. Which of the following is the BEST design recommendation to minimize pressure loss in an air system? A. Avoid use of round spiral ducts. B. Route ducts as straight as possible. C. Use consecutive and close-coupled fittings. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 32isimey CICOCICIGH @ DOMAIN 1 15. What is the temperature difference between the water entering and the water leaving the cooling tower called? sere ead ‘A. approach CLEAR ANSWERS B. cooling capacity ©. range 16. The occupied zone is generally considered to be the room volume between the floor level and __ above the floor. A. 6 {1.8m B. 8 2.4m C. 10f/3.0m 17. In the very early phases of building design, the combined mechanical and electrical space requirement of most buildings is what percentage of the total building floor area? A. 3-5% B. 6-9% C. 10-12% 18. The person responsible for selecting control valves, coordinating them with heat transfer devices, and providing a schedule of devices and a detailed connection schematic is which of the following? A. architect B. HVAC designer C. project engineer 19. This type of diffuser features a series of openings arranged in a radial pattern around the center of the diffuser face. A. slaque-face B. square C. swirl CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 33isimey CICOCICIGH & DOMAIN 1 20. A common application to compare retrofit alternatives for existing buildings is which of the following? sere ead A. plug loads CLEAR ANSWERS B. energy modeling ©. bi jing orientation 21. A mathematical model is a description of the behavior of a system. It contains which components? A. input variables, output variables, data driven models B. input variables, output vari Properties les, system structure and parameter C. system structure and parameter properties, data driven models, output variables 22. This system technology has been used primarily to protect expensive equipment from catastrophic failure, ensure safety, and provide alarms when a measured variable goes outside its acceptable operating range. ‘A. automated-fault detection and diagnosis (AFDD) B. building automation systems (BASs) C. indoor environmental quality (IEQ) 23. Periodically, the capacity of existing buildings may need to be evaluated. Doing so is called ‘A. ongoing commissioning B. recommissioning C. retrocommissioning 24, (P-work experience) are used to indicate overall modifications to existing systems. A. as-built drawings B. demolition drawings C. flow diagrams CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 34isimey CICOCICIGH @ DOMAIN 1 25. To eliminate maintenance and replacement, which type of motor would be MOST appropriate for a fan system? sere ead A. electronically commutated motor (ECM) eras B. belt-drive C. permanent split capacitor (PSC) 26. This type of maintenance schedule is MOST typically used to extend useful life of essential building equipment, such as pumps, air handlers, boilers, ductwork, elevators, and transformers. A. predictive B. preventive C. run-to-failure 27. The built-in benefit of a is that, when properly field adjusted, all system flow paths have the same head loss. ‘A. automatic flow limiter B. orifice flowmeter C. static balancing valve 28. Dynamic and dampers are the two basic styles of traditional balance dampers. ‘A. motor operated B. pressure independent C. static 29. Parallel pumping arrangements increase what flow characteristic? ‘A. increased flow B. increased head ©. redundancy CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 35isimey CICOCICIGH & DOMAIN 1 30. When designing ductwork there are two (2) methods, static regain and sere ead A. titical path TFT B. equal friction C. low pressure 31. What is the approximate MAXIMUM friction loss that should be considered when sizing a traditional piping system? A. 4 ft per 100 ft of pipe (400 Pa/m) B. 5 ft per 100 ft of pipe (500 Pa/m) C. 6 ft per 100 ft of pipe (600 Pa/m) 32. This type of terminal unit is generally applied to areas with higher concentrations of sensible cooling loads and requires elevated chilled- water temperatures. B. fan-coil unit C. variable air volume (VAV) box 33. This type of expansion tank has a flexible membrane that is inserted between the air and the water. A. bladder B. diaphragm C. open 34. A disadvantage of air-side economizers in some systems is that the unit must be located A. central to the building B. near an indoor wall C. near an outdoor wall CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 36isimey CICOCICIGH @ DOMAIN + 35. A client is building a new buliding and wishes to use a high efficiency boiler and the load calculations you performed indicate the building has rae 150,000 Btu/hriheat loss. Designing around a 40 degree delta T, how many gallons per minutelliters per second of water are required for the ra system design? A. 7.5 gpm/ B. 15 9pm ©. 75.0 gpm/ 36. In which method of refrigerant leak detection, the object to be tested is, pressurized with air or nitrogen? A. bubble B. dye C. electronic 37. What is the MOST important selection criterion for condenser tans? A. energy use B. noise level C. static pressure 38. When selecting a coil, which of the following should be considered? A. air quality B. energy consumption C. space limitations 39. For chilled water, which of the following is the MOST common piping material? A. chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) B. steel, galvanized C. steel type F (CW) CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 37isimey CICOCICIGH & DOMAIN 1 40. Which type of pump is mounted on a horizontal motor supported by the motor or pump foot mountings? eee Tad ‘A. close-coupled, single-state, end-suction as B. frame-mounted, end-suction C. vertical CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 38GNGIGICH © ASHRAE > DOMAIN 2 SECTION 2: DOMAIN 2, DESIGN CALCULATIONS Overview In Domain 1, you were concerned with tasks and skills that were more concept driven. You had to establish an abstract design intent and further refine it into a final product. In Domain 1, however, you were not really concerned with the actual calculations. Instead, you were focused on what you do before and after the calculations stage. If Domain 1 is the art of HVAG, then Domain 2 is certainly the science. The skills that are tested under this Domain ensure that your design achieves its goals. In this Domain you will establish: + How much energy you must add to or remove from the space. ‘+ How much fresh air or exhaust the space requires. + Duct and pipe sizes to carry the heating & cooling mediums. * System components to suit the unique demands of different heating and cooling mediums. While Domain 1 builds a solid foundation for your design, those efforts are wasted if your calculations are inaccurate or based on incorrect assumptions. Much like the systems we design, the designer's skill must be well balanced If not, the building occupants are sure to notice. ‘Once you are satisfied that you are sufficiently competent in all of the Tasks in Domain 2, move on to Domain 3. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 39ASHRAE COICO © DOMAIN 2, TASKS A-J Quick Quiz, Domain 2, Tasks A-J Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 2, Tasks A-J. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct, option from the choices provided. (Lead ea DEFINITIONS pits Ain) Pipe operates at the lowest overall sires level Cooling load ; 2 ventiation is the intentional ool movement of air info and out of a building suing fans, Readices ductwork, intake louvers, and exhaust grilles. fen 3 the normal force per unit area. Heat storage 4. Heating calculations use simple worst-case assumptions: Mechanical no solar or internal gains, and no (with all heat losses evaluated Pressure instantaneously). Unrestrained 5. Ventilation may be offset with heat recovery equipment. 6. For pipe sizes 2 in, and over, minimum velocities corresponding to @ of 0.75 11100 ft are normally used. 7. Peak design heating and calculations seek to determine the maximum rate of heating and cooling energy transfer at any point in time, 8. Noise, and installation and operating costs all mit the maximum and minimum velocities in piping systems. 9. determines the size of a duct, knowing airflow, such that the design velocity is not exceeded. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 40COICO © DOMAIN 2, TASKS A-J Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map after you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. NOTE: This is the only set of Tasks for Domain 2. Answer the Practice Exam Questions that follow for Domain 2 before moving on to Domain 3. Pee nui CMe mre eet hoa) skills, and abilities in these Job Tasks? Resource Guide _ time Studying) Task A: Calculate HVAC 1] Confident 2017 Fundamentals system requirements (2.9 [somewhat Handbook, Chapters water flows, airiows, pump Somewhat a1 and 22 heads, suction heads, Deep dive. 2017 ‘expansion compensation). DF Notvery Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 36 and 39 Task B: Assist in the O Confident 2019 Applications preparation of project Somewhat Handbook, estimates for comparative confident Chapter 38 system selection (e.9., installed cost, operating (C1. Not very cost, space limitations, confident water availability, power requirements). Task C: Calculate all Confident — 2017 Fundamentals piping and ductwork sizing Somewhat Handbook, Chapters based on flow rates OF Somewhat and 22 received trom the project F Deep dive: 2017 engineer and adapted in Not very Size and route to comely cartident__ Fundamentals with the existing physical Chapter. 99 constraints. Task D: Adjust thermal load or HVAC requirement estimates based on ‘modifications to building Confident 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters Somewhat confident 17 and 18 Deep dive: 2017 OF Soren Funeamentals Handbook, Chapters 3,9, and 36 oo CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) asee) SOCOM CIGD Task E: Calculate head loss through the critical path Task F: Calculate heat loads for each assigned space in the building, Task G: Calculate the building load heat loss and gain. Task H: Calculate external static and total pressures for air-distribution units and specify in the equipment schedule. Task |: Calculate ventilation rate requirements by space use, thermal comfort parameters, and air quality er applicable codes and standards. Task J: Design piping system to account for various fluid properties (eg. freeze protection, fiuid expansion compensation, fuid density, transfer capacity) oo oo oa oo oo oo Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 22 Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 21 and 39 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 17 and 18 Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 14, 15, 16, and 39 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 17 and 18 Deep dive: 2017, Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 3,9, 14, 15, 16, and 38 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 21 Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 21; 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 39 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 9,16, and 40 Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters and 36 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters Band 22 Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters Sand 31 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) DOMAIN 2, TASKS A-Jse) CICOCOICIGD e DOMAIN 2: DESIGN CALCULATIONS PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS 1. A louver is rated to resist water penetration for velocities up to 1000 fpm (5.1 ms) and has 70% free area. What is the maximum airflow that can flow through a louver with an overall area of 12 ft? (1.11 m®)? A. 3600 cfm (102 m/min) B. 8400 cfm (238 m/min) C. 12,000 cfm (340 m/min) 2. An existing building is served by a chiller plant operating at detta T 10F (5.56 C) with total chilled water flow 700 U.S. gpm (44.16 L/s). The building owner decides to replace the chiller plant with a new high- performance chiller plant, while maintaining the same total cooling capacity. The new chiller plant will operate at delta T 14F (7.78 C). What is the TOTAL chilled water flow of the new pump(s)? A. 500 U.S. gpm (31.55 L’s) B. 700 U.S. gpm (61.83 L’s) C. 980 U.S. gpm (44.16 L’s) 3. 100 GPM (378 LPM) of water is pumped with a 2 HP base-mounted pump operating at 75% efficiency. What is the approximate head loss on the system? A. 40 ft (120 kPa) B. 60 ft (180 kPa) C. 80 ft (240 kPa) 4. The preferred relative humidity range for human health and comfort is between A. 30 and 50% B. 40 and 60% C. 50and 70% CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 43DOMAIN 2 see) SOCOM CIGD 5. When evaluating a system to recommend to a building owner who intends to own and operate the building 20 years, which of the following systems sere Need would have the lowest life-cycle cost? (rT A. system A, which has an installed cost of $100,000 and an annual operating and maintenance cost of $3,500 B. system B, which has an installed cost of $125,000 and an annual operating and maintenance cost of $1,500 C. system C, which has an installed cost of $80,000 and an annual operating and maintenance cost of $1,500 and estimated life span of 15 years 6. Whatis the criterion MOST used for louver sizing? A. maximum free area B. minimum static pressure drop C. water penetration 7. Inthe formula for velocity, V=Q/A, A represents which of the following? A. airflow rate B. cross-sectional area of duct, C. total pressure 8 Ahotwater heating system is to be designed to operate between 120°F and 180°F (49°C and 82°C). Which of the following should be avoided as a piping material? A. copper B. steel c. PVC Which equation is used to calculate the time it takes for an incompressible fluid in a horizontal, constant-area conduit to achieve steady flow? A. unsteady Flow B. Bernoulli C. Poiseuille Flow CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 4DOMAIN 2 see) SOCOM CIGD 10. When predicting the mean response of a large group of people according to the ASHRAE thermal sensation scale, the predicted mean vote sere ead (PMV) index is used. In the PMV equation, L represents: TFT A. activity level B. length C. thermal load on the body 11. Which of the following is the MOST unknown factor when performing load calculations? A. dimensions of the building B. skill of builder C. infiltration rates 12. When calculating the allowable air leakage for each fan system, the recommended percentage for supply and return ductwork sections that leak directly to/from the surrounding space is which of the following? A. 2% B. 3% C. 5% 1. When using the Darcy-Weisbach equation and presenting it in head or specific energy form, g represents: A. acceleration of gravity B. units conversion factor C. fluid density 14, When calculating pressure drop, which of the following information provided within the manufacturer's data? A. flow rate B. head loss from equipment C. valves and fittings CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 45isimey CICOCICIGH © DOMAIN 2 15. When completing heating calculations, which of the following needs to be taken into account? sere ead A. heat gain from internal equipment TFT B. heat loss through exterior walls C. solar heat gain through exterior glazing 16. When calculating the heat gain through an exterior glazing, it is MOST important to know which of the following characteristics? A. elevation above sea level and glass thickness. B. orientation and elevation above sea level C. orientation and glass thickness 17. Which month is used to determine the time of year when the MAXIMUM heating load occurs? A. the month with the highest mean dry bulb B. the month with the hottest mean dry bulb C. the month with the lowest mean dry bull 18. A space has a total exterior wall area of 1200 tt? (111 m2) and an insulation value of R-18 (RSI3.17). The design outdoor heating temperature is 0° F (17.8° C) and the interior temperature is 70° F (21.1° C), What is the approximate total heat required to offset the loss through the wall? A. 2.2 MBH (0.64 kWh) B. 3.5 MBH (1.03 kWh) C. 4.7 MBH (1.38 kWh) 19. Which of the following statements is MOST correct when estimating heat loss through completely below-grade structures? A. All below-grade surfaces are treated identically. B. Heat flow paths can be used to find the steady-state heat loss to the ground surface. C. The exterior air temperature is critical to determining the heat loss. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 48isimey CICOCICIGH © DOMAIN 2 20. When calculating daily temperatures, which of the following is the MOST important to take into consideration? sere eae) A. daylight savings time eras B. local time ©. solar time 21. A new duct-mounted coil is inserted into an existing duct system with a total system airflow of 5,000 cfm (2.86 m*s). The existing system is operating at a total static pressure of 1.5” w.c. (373 Pa) and the additional coil will add 0.3” w.c. (74 Pa) to the total static pressure. The existing supply fan motor is operating at 1286 RPM. What will the approximate resulting fan speed need to be to maintain the same total system airflow? A. 1129 RPM B. 1353 RPM C. 1658 RPM 22. At diverging transitions of a fan/duct system, which of the following is correct? A. Absolute static pressure can decrease. B. Absolute total pressure increases. C. Velocity pressure decreases. 23. Evaporative heat loss from skin depends on: ‘A. amount of moisture on the skin B. clothing area factor C. the surface area of the skin 24. When using equations for estimating heat transfer coefficient (h,), the effective heat transfer area may be inaccurate for whom? A. seated and reciining persons with moving air B. standing persons in moving air C. walking and active persons in stil air CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) a7isimey CICOCICIGH © DOMAIN 2 25. What concept describes the proper ventilation rate averaging process. eee eae) A. active B. effective TFT ©. efficient 26. Flow devices with gradual contours are subject to separation that is more difficult to predict. Which of the following are used to reduce the loss in expansion? A. diffuser B. splitter C. stall 27. In metallic pipe when stress calculations are required, an area of concer is which of the following? A. external pressure stress B. lateral stress caused by pressure and weight C. stress from expansion and contraction 28. Using density to determine glycol concentration is unsatisfactory because: ‘A. Density measurements are not temperature sensitive. B. Inhibitor concentrations can change density. C. Propylene glycol values exhibit a maximum at 50 to 55% concentration. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 48COICO © DOMAIN 3 SECTION 3: DOMAIN 3, PROCEDURAL Overview Domain 3 is focused on the procedures that HVAC designers execute. In this, Domain, you deal with the practical considerations of taking your design from paper to reality. The Tasks in this Domain will test your abilities to: * Analyze your design, or another's, for conformance with codes, standards, and regulations. » Review shop drawings to ensure that the materials to be installed meet the design intent. * Perform field reviews during construction and to verifyidocument as-built conditions. + Review and respond to requests for information (RF!) and other consultant- ‘contractor interactions. The procedural work that Domain 3 concems itself with is paramount to achieving the goals set out in Domain 1 and 2. As a designer, you do not just send your designs out into the ether, never to be heard from again. Carefully following proper procedures will allow your design to be built to your specifications. ‘Once you are satisfied that you are sufficiently competent in all of the Tasks in Domain 3, move on to Domain 4. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 49COICO © DOMAIN 3, TASKS A-K ASHRAE Quick Quiz, Domain 3, Tasks A-K Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 8, Tasks A-K. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct option from the choices provided. ese aad foe) Pea As-built 1 is an entity identified by the ‘owner who Teads, plans, schedules, and coordinates GA the commissioning team to implement the Facility guide ‘commissioning process. 2 ___is.abasie building systems ESE ‘description and operating plan with general Monitoring procedures and confirmed facility operating . ‘conditions, set points, schedules, and operating Owners project procedures to properly operate the facility. requirements (OPR) 3. Commissioning documents should include Room cleanliness certificates and warranties of system completion with a complete set of drawings, submitted from mechanical, electrical, piping, plumbing, control, and fire protection contractors. 4 js a document that details, The functional requirements of a project and the ‘expectations of how it will be used and operated. 5 testing uses the building automation system or dala loggers to record system parameters over time and analyze the data days or weeks later. 6. Inthe final commissioning repor, i is required, a certified as- built report of testing during completion of construction and installation providing documentation must be included. 7. The phase includes more detailed intewiews with mainfenance personnel, testing and documentation of existing building performance, and identification and analysis of recommended changes. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 50DOMAIN 3, TASKS A-K se) COCOA Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map alter you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. NOTE: This is the only set of Tasks for Domain 3. Answer the Practice Exam Questions that follow for Domain 3 before moving on to Domain 4. How confident are you in your knowledge, —Task-by-Task eet hou) skills, and abilities in these job Tasks Boeri ce a) Task A: Analyze buildings, [ Confident 2017 Fundamentals building designs, or HVAC £] gomewhat Handbook, plans for compliance with confident, Chapter 40 applicable codes, Deep dive: 2016 OD Not ver Jeep dive: standards, and regulations. 1 NoWery — gyctems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 52; 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44 and 66 Task B: Apply Building Confident 2017 Fundamentals Twomaios Modetg (IM) nbc, eae Someunat Crass oo drawing product erin’ a iy, pa fident cat contident “Handbook, Chapters 41 and 60 Task C: Review shop CO Confident 2019 Applications drawings and equipment what Handbook, Ssubmitals for ompiiancs Somewhat Cropton a4 with contract documents. D2 Not very confident Task D: Interpret design 1 Confident 2018 Applications documents during nat Handbook, biddingytender and Ocoee Chapter 44 construction phases. O Not very confident CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 51see) SOCOM CIGD Task E: Review and comply with HVAC codes and standards, Task F: Verify and document as-built field conditions for projects in construction. Task G: Verify and document as-built field conditions for existing structures. Task H: Perform periodic field investigations (0.9., punch-lists, quality control, shop drawings). Task |: Perform review of Request for Information (RFI) and incorporate into biddingy/tender documents. Task J: Prepare HVAC documentation for building permit application and coordinate with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AH). Task K: Incorporate field “as-built” documents into final documents. oo oOo0o0 O8 00 000 000 000 000 Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 40 Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 52; 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 66 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 82 DOMAIN 3, TASKS A-Ksee) SOCOM CIGD DOMAIN 3: PROCEDURAL PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS 1. Which of the following is developed with the help of users, occupants, and owners? A. basis of design (BOD) B. current facility requirements (CFR) C. existing building commissioning (EBCx) process 2. What is the building design and documentation methodology that relies on the creation and collection of interrelated, computable information about a building project that is a reliable, coordinated, and internally consistent digital representation of the building? A. building information management (BIM) B. building information modeling (BIM) C. computer-aided design (CAD) systems 3. Asystems manual contains which one of the following items? A. current facility requirements (CFR) B. design calculations C. owner's project requirements (OPR) 4. Ina situation of disputes or ambiguities, the highest priority document to refer to is which of the following? A. contract B. project manual C. drawings CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 53 DOMAIN 3 ese aad (rTisimey CICOCICIGH © DOMAIN 3 5. Aplanned renovation of a 2,410 ft? (224 mé) retall space with a 40-occupant capacity is located on the second floor of a 5-story commercial building. rae Calculate the approximate minimum outdoor air requirement i the people outdoor air rate is 7.5 cfimiperson (3.8 Vs-person) and the area outdoor air ra rate 0.18 cimift? (0.9 l/s-m). A. 489 cim (230.8 lis) B. 689 cim (325.3 l/s) C. 734 cfm (353.6 l/s) In conducting validations of the accuracy of the as-built plan for existing buildings, the FIRST step is to: A. check the air-distribution side B. identify equipment room locations C. verify the actual equipment versus previous submittals 7. When the actual installation deviates from the issued “For Construction Plan,” what project document should be verified to reconcile? A. approved submittals B. meeting minutes ©. specifications 8. During the project implementation process, which of the following is NOT a main responsibility of an HVAC designer? ‘A. monitor the HVAC contractor's daily work B. review and approve submittals C. validate Requests for Information (RFI) 9. Which of the following is a valid reason for a contractor to submit a Request for Information (RFI) during the construction process? ‘A. The contractor failed to include a portion of the installation as part of their bid. B. There has been a field-directed change to the documents, and the contractor is requesting additional compensation. C. There is conflicting information between two (2) separate trades drawings. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 54isimey CICOCICIGH © DOMAIN 3 10. A mechanical permit application COMMONLY requires which document? ‘A. equipment warranty eee B. HVAC plans TFT C. shop drawings 11. As-built drawings provided by the contractor serve which of the following purposes? A. allow the HVAC designer to review proposed substitutions prior to installation B. document changes to the design made throughout construction C. ensure that no conflicts exist between all installing contractors CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 55COICO @ DOMAIN 4, TASKS A-J SECTION 4.1: DOMAIN 4, COORDINATION, TASKS A-J Overview ‘An HVAC designer does not exist in a vacuum. Your work affects, and is alfected by, every system and assembly in the building The Tasks in Domain 4 measure your ability to coordinate with other individuals or teams on the project and to ensure that your design meets the conditions you have been presented. These Tasks also allow you opportunities to provide input to the other design professionals as it relates to your systems. Tasks A-J will test your ability to + Assist in the development of the basis of design (BOD) document with the other consultants and owner. * Coordinate space and structural requirements for your HVAC systems. * Analyze architectural documents to establish your design concept and calculations (Domain 1 & 2), as well as to provide input that may reduce overall energy usage and occupant comfort. * Collaborate with other team members on the HVAC design team. + Most importantly, collaborate with other design disciplines to ensure the health and safety of the building occupants. Design professionals from other disciplines may not be well versed in the requirements and constraints of your work. Your competency in this Domain will allow you to be an effective advocate for your design and to ensure that your design meets the requirements of the other disciplines. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 56COICO @ DOMAIN 4, TASKS A-J ASHRAE Quick Quiz, Domain 4, Section 4.1, Tasks A-J Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 4, Tasks A-J. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct, option from the choices provided. ese aad TERMS PERS) Basis of design 1 is used to resist the passage of smoke. Design parameters, 2. Itis the responsibility of the owner or project manager Design team ‘to evaluate all review findings with the oomecc yee and see tal the responsible Ornere pec | eat naTibar ponies te approved doce 3. Some design reviews use. giving 10 Perfor Perens Baie te zoecot he crewing ard specetone tr ann donih oviow; oly nica esas are Geniled tho sampling owner aczepi the Subisson ‘Smoke damper 4. The is: a document that rossi Tie Gonoapis, Goa, dodo, and ‘Structural engineer product selections used to meet the OPR and to “ satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, standards, ela and guidelines. 5. Allloads on the structure should be communicated to and coordinated with the 6. The is generally a set of concise objective qualitative statements, each with one or more quantitative performance metrics or criteria. 7. Capture velocity, duct material, and pertinent duct, fitings and fabrication are a few of the necessary for exhaust systems, especially those serving fume exhaust, dust, and/or particle collection to function properly, efficiently, and per applicable codes, 8 and plumbing design come irom the design building population, and are somewhat independent of the hierarchy of one system influencing another. 9. The commissioning objective focuses on documented confirmation that a facility fuils the specified for the building owner, ‘occupants, and operators. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 87Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map alter you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. GNGIGICH Gosek DOMAIN 4, TASKS A-J ete hou) oe a) Task A: Assist in the development of the basis of design (BOD). Task B: Review HVAC drawings with Commissioning Authority (CxA0) Task C: Coordinate space requirements for HVAC equipment placement with other design team members. Task D: Modify the HVAC design documents concept based on the outcome of the design team reviews. Task E: Coordinate systems expansion compensation design with structural engineer and piping vendor (e.¢., thrust blocks, expansion joints, anchor points). oo a O00 000 000 Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44 and 60 Deep dive: 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 1 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 Deep dive: 2019 Applications: Handbook, Chapter 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapter 46 Deep dive: 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 44 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 58see) SOCOM CIGD Task F: Analyzo architectural plans, sections, and elevations for use in HVAC design. Task G: Comply with olient specifications and performance requirements to determine mechanical designs. Task H: Collaborate in the development of HVAC. systems and design parameters. Task I: Review architectural lfe safety plan relative to mechanical plan and apply fre and smoke damper requirements. Task J: Coordinate with life and safety engineer to design the smoke management and ventilation system por fire code and regulation. OF Contidont ‘Somewhat confident O Not vory oO 00 000 o 00 0 00 confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44 and 45 Deop dive: 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2016 Systems and Equipment Handbook, Chapters 1 and 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44 and 54 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44 and 54 Desp dive: 2019 Applications. Handbook, Chapter 60 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 59 DOMAIN 4, TASKS A-JCOICO @ DOMAIN 4, TASKS K-U SECTION 4.2: DOMAIN 4, COORDINATION, TASKS K-U Overview ‘As mentioned earlier, an HVAC designer does not exist in a vacuum, and you are, unfortunately, unable to design everything with which your systems need to interact. The equipment in your design requires electricity, water and drainage, structural support, and sound or vibration isolation. Typically, these are all achieved by different disciplines, and they require input from you to ensure that their work suits the needs of your design, and in many cases the reverse is also true. Often you are constrained by the power that is available to the building, or limitations of the existing structure will not support your equipment and distribution Domain 4 is a measure of the human touch of design. Topics to be considered include the following: » Can you communicate appropriately with others and speak their language? * Can you consider other designers’ needs and convince them to give consideration to yours? While you may be very skilled in the Tasks of Domains 1-3, they matter very litle if you have insufficient power to your chiller because you did not articulate your needs to the electrical engineer. Likewise, no one will be patticularly impressed with the accuracy of your calculations if the owner is now paying a small fortune for a structural change because you failed to properly coordinate your duct routing. ‘As an HVAC designer, you are thoroughly involved from the very beginning, all the way to the end. While you may be part of a large team and focused only on a small portion of the design, your efforts and those of your team permeate throughout the entire project. The success of the project is a measure of your individual skill as a designer and your ability to interact with ‘everyone else involved. ‘Once you are satisfied that you are sufficiently competent in all of the Tasks in Domain 4, move on to the Study Map. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 60ASHRAE COICO @ DOMAIN 4, TASKS K-U Quick Quiz, Domain 4, Section 4.2, Tasks K-U Now, let's test your knowledge of some key terms/concepts found in Domain 4, Tasks K-U. For each definition or concept, select and write in the correct option from the choices provided. ese aad TERMS PER) Construction 1 is a unit of real electrical power, schedule ‘equal fo the power developed in a circuit by a current of 1 A flowing through a potential difference of 1 V. Cycle 2. During the commissioning process evaluation, the poe commissioning authority should meet briefly with the owner; eee rey general, controls, mechanical, and electrical contractors; Electrical and mechanical and to discuss eae the commissioning process. Medium fa 3 The CxA’s design review is not intended to replace (ts design reviews that check for ‘accuracy and completeness of the design and calculations. Pooriopeer 4 The is the part of the fundamental Snubber waveform where the electrical potential goes from zero to a ‘maximum to zero to a minimum, and back to zero again, Trade contractors 5. The acoustic characteristics of a room are considered to ifthey have litle sound UFAD zones ‘absomplion: Watt (W) 6. The CxA works with the contractors and construction ‘manager to coordinate the commissioning schedule and ensure that commissioning activities are integrated into the master 7. Approximate methods have been used by energy modelers, such as raising the thermostat set point in the to represent a higher average air Temperature or representing the actual zone with two stacked zones in the model 8. During predesign and design, the list of areas to be commissioned may be general and include such options as electrical lighting controls, emergency power, and 9. of specialty or complex systems or designs should review commissioning requirements and performance criteria of their systems for coordination, schedule, and cost implications. 40. is a device made of steel-housed resilient bushings arranged to prevent equipment from moving beyond an established gap. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 6Self-assessment What's your baseline? Read and consider each Task and rank your confidence level. Then consult the resources for each Task (especially those which you marked somewhat or not very confident). You might want to skim the resources on this first pass. Record notes in the last column about topics you need to spend additional time studying, marking chapters and page numbers where appropriate to guide you. You'll use these notes to create your Study Map alter you have completed your Self-assessment of all four Domains. GNGIGICH How confident are you in your knowledge, ErSeu Ea ies in these job Tasks? DOMAIN 4, TASKS K-U Task-by-Task Gosek etka) time Studying) Task K: Coordinate with other design team members during each design phase (e. architects, structural designers, plumbing designers, electrical designers). Task L: Coordinate HVAC implications for the building electrical loads and electrical space mechanical requirements with electrical design tea members. Task MI: Coordinate with structural engineer for HVAC requirements (e. duct and piping runs, anchorage, seismic bracing, sound isolation, support requirements, vibration) Task N: Coordinate with project design and construction schedules. oo Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 44 Dosp dive: 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapters 57 and 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44, 49, and 56 Deep dive: 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 60 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 44 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 62see) SOCOM CIGD Task 0: Coordinate electrical requirements for HVAC equipment Task P: Coordinate requirements of HVAC. system for domestic water and waste with plumbing designer. Task Q: Coordinate with acoustical engineer for selection of ventilation equipment including of ventilation distribution and air-handling equipment to meet designated sound pressure levels, Task R: Coordinate with energy modeler for HVAC system input. Task S: Coordinate site piping and utility requirements with civil engineer. Task T: Coordinate with vendors to prepare equipment schedules. Task U: Review drawings and identify potential obstructions that may impact the HVAC system {e.g,, structural, fire proofing, lighting, sprinklers, walls). o oo Oo 00 000 oa Oo o 00 O08 OO oo 00 Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident ‘Somewhat confident Not very confident Confident Somewhat confident Not very confident 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapters 44 and 57 Deep dive: 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 2019 Applications, Handbook, Chapter 49 Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapters 3,8, 9, 37; 2019, Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 and 60 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 Deep dive: 2017 Fundamentals Handbook, Chapter 49; 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 60 Deep dive: 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 Deep dive: 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 Deep dive: 2019 Applications Handbook, Chapter 44 CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 63 DOMAIN 4, TASKS K-UCOICO @ ASHRAE > DOMAIN 4 DOMAIN 4: COORDINATION PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS 1, What is the document that records the concepts, calculations, decisions, and product selections used to meet the owner's project requirements (OPR)? A. basis of design (BOD) B. current facility requirements (CFR) ©. systems manual 2. When is the MOST appropriate time to begin the commissioning process ona project? A. commissioning is unnecessary ifthe designer has completed their work properly B. during the predesign phase, when the scope and intent have been established C. when the project is completed and performance needs to be verified When coordinating with architectural members of the design team, what relevant information should the HVAC designer provide as it relates to HVAC equipment placement? A. equipment tonnage B. power and voltage requirements C. service clearances and clearance to combustibles 4. Which of the following statements applies to the role that the design team plays in the commissioning process? A. Itis the responsibility of the owner or project manager to evaluate all review findings with the design team, B. The commissioning professional is ultimately responsible for design. C. The design team makes recommendations to facilitate commissioning and improve building performance. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 64see) SOCOM CIGD 5. Which expansion control system depends on slipping or sliding surfaces to accommodate movement and requires some type of seals or packing? A. ball joints, B. expansion joints ©. expansion loops 6. Which drawings should be analyzed FIRST prior to preparing duct or pipe routes for interferences and to ensure that all HVAC components fit in the available service spaces? A. architectural B. civil C. structural 7. When initiating the HVAC design process, to ensure a successful design, which documents should the HVAC designer refer to FIRST? A. applicable codes and standards B. ASHRAE handbooks C. client specifications and basis of design (BOD) 8 Which of the following design parameters are most likely to affect year- round energy usage when selecting direct-expansion (DX) coils? A. air-side friction loss B. enclosure sweat C. intemal refrigerant pressure drop ‘9. When the duct layout for a proposed design is complete, the HVAC designer should check the found in the to ensure that the integrity of all fire-rated assemblies has been maintained. A. fire damper shop drawings; fire suppression drawings B. SMACNA standards; local fire code C. wall construction schedules; architectural drawings CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 65 DOMAIN 4 ese aad (rTisimey CICOCICIGH @ DOMAIN 4 10. The HVAC designer should coordinate with which design professional to ensure that the smoke management and ventilation system meets ese aad relevant fire code? (rT A. civil engineer B. electrical engineer C. life safety engineer 11. Construction submittals MOST often are: A. presented to the consultant to remove all responsibility and liability from the contractor B. reviewed by the design team and the commissioning agent to verify general conformance with the design intent C. away to offload design work from the consultants to the contractor 12. What type of project delivery is concerned with all aspects of building performance, but still needs to coordinate the different building systems to avoid rework. A. integrated B. noncompound ©. sequential 19. In the equation for determi represents: ing the design wind pressure for louvers, Qn, ‘A. external pressure coefficient at mean root height B. velocity pressure at mean roof height C. volume of air flow at mean roof height 14. Which of the following is a commissioning activity completed by the CxA? A. budget development B. establishment of owner requirements C. submittal reviews CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 66DOMAIN 4 see) SOCOM CIGD 15. The electrician engineer has provided the HVAC designer with a maximum power rating in Kw for a particular service. Which formula ese aad would be used to determine the power consumption of the equipment? TFT ‘A. amp = power x volts B. power = volts x amps C. power = volts / amps 16. When designing a cooling tower and associated piping, what information should the HVAC designer provide to the plumbing designer? A. design temperatures B. makeup water requirements C. rate of heat rejection and pump flow 17. In Phase 2 of the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) process, what is the role of the HVAC designer? ‘A. assist in assembling the owner's project requirements (OPR) B. coordinate service requirements with electrical design team C. produce building load calculations 18. An HVAC designer should provide which information to the building modeler? A. equipment structural load B. literature about the DOE-2 Algorithm C. Uactor for fenestration 19. What should the HVAC designer coordinate with the civil engineer? A. incoming sprinkler service B. piping for a remote fluid cooler C. underground electrical duct CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 67isimey CICOCICIGH @ DOMAIN 4 20. Having selected HVAC equipment with the assistance of the vendor, where is the BEST location for the relevant performance information? sere Need ‘A. equipment details CLEAR ANSWERS B. equipment schedule C. equipment shop drawings 21. Who is responsible for reviewing architectural, structural, plumbing, and electrical drawings for potential interference with the HVAC system? A. authority having jurisdiction (AH) B. HVAC designer C. mechanical contractor CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 68se) COCOA MY CHD CERTIFICATION EXAM STUDY MAP Task Notes Where should | focus my time when studying for the CHD exam? The tables that follow organize and record the Tasks and topics you need to focus upon as you prepare and study for the CHD exam (the responses you provided in the Domain review populated here). Add additional notes here as needed and use this to create a Study Plan which follows. Reece esis Cees Section 1.1, Tasks A-F Task A Task B Task C Task D Task E Task F CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 69see) SOCOM CIGD Section 1.2, Tasks G-L Task @ Task H Task | Task J Task K Task L Section 1.3, Tasks M-R Task M Task N Task O Task P Task Q Task R CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD)see) SOCOM CIGD Section 1.4, Tasks $-Z Task $ Task T Task U Task V Task W Task X Task ¥ Task Z(1) Task Z(2) Task Z(3) Task Z(4) CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD)see) SOCOM CIGD Pen eackente uo Pern ees CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 2see) SOCOM CIGD Peden an Pern ees CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 73see) SOCOM CIGD Penne ncccu nic! Peron ees Section 4.1, Tasks A-J Task A Task B Task C Task D Task E Task F Task G Task H Task | Task J CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 74see) SOCOM CIGD Section 4.2, Tasks K-U Task K Task L Task M Task N Task O Task P Task Q Task R Task S Task T Task U CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 5GNGIGICH Study Plan How do | plan my time leading up to my test date? Now, take this time to map your study plan, week by week. We've suggested a 6-week schedule here, which you can adjust up or down depending on when your exam is scheduled. For each week, note which Domain(s) and ‘Task(S) you plan to focus on, taking into consideration the weight of each Domain (% of questions) and where you self-identified your gaps. For example, Domain 1 is 40% of the exam, and if you identified that you need to focus on studying 20 of the 29 Tasks, you may wish to break Domain 1 up into several weeks of study. If you don't know the exact date of your exam, leave the dates blank; you can add that information in when you determine your test date. Bae Bul Week 1 Domain(s): Dates: Task(s): General Notes: Week 2 Domain(s): Dates: Task(s) General Notes: Week 3 Domain(s): Dates: Task(s): General Notes: Week 4 Domain(s): Dates: Task(s): General Notes: Week 5 Domain(s): Dates: Task(s): General Notes: Week 6 Domain(s): Dates: Task(s): General Notes: CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 78COICO PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS: ANSWER KEY NOTE: In the following answers to the practice exam questions, the information in the parentheticals provide a location to the information related to the correct answer. Here is the key to use in order to decipher the information: Example: In Domain 1, Question 1 below, if you wish to review the resource information (A-2017/ch21/p21.23), you would review: ‘A— the task being addressed 2017 — the handbook in which the information is located (Chat — the chapter in the handbook in which the information is located 21.23 — the pages in the chapter of the handbook in which the information is located NOTE: There are certain answers that are not located in a handbook but are the result of job knowledge or industry practice. Domain 1: System Design 1, (A-2017/ch21/p21.23) A (A-2017/ch21/p21.23) B (B-2019/ch48/p48.20) C (B-2019/ch48/p48.4) C (C-2017/ch7ip7.19) C (C-2019/ch43/p43.3) B (D-2017/ch21/p21.15) A (D-2017/ch21/p2t.16) C eS Pnenayn (D-2017/ch22/p22.1) A 10. (E-2016/ch18/p18.1) B 11, (E-2016/ch51/p51.2) A 12. (F-2016/Ch13/p13.12) B 13, (G-2017/ch22/p22.8) A 14, (G-2017/ch21/p21.20) B 15, (H-2016/ch40/p40.1) C 16. (|-2019/ch58/p58.1) A 17. (J-2016/ch3/p3.7) B 18, (K-2016/ch13/p13.23) B 19. (L-2016/ch20/p20.6) C 20. (M-2017/ch19/p19.3) B 21. (M-2017/Ch19/p19.1) B 22, (N-2019/ch63/p63.2) A 23, (0-2019/ch40/p40.7) A 24, (P-job knowledge) B 25. (Q-2016/ch4/p4.4) A 26. (R-2019/ch40/p40.3) B 27. (S-2019/ch39/p39.17) C 28, (S-2019/ch39/p39.17) C CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE | CERTIFIED HVAC DESIGNER (CHD) 7