This video describes how to calculate thermal conductivity and thermal resistance of building components.
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In this lecture, the reader will learn about the proper wiring for thermostats, as well as the thermostat setting configuration for programable thermostats such as ecobee and NEST.
A presentation that teaches about thermostats and their controls.
True or False: 1. A thermostat is used to open and close the windows and doors. 2. A thermostat controls the operation of the heating and cooling based on a temperature setpoint defined by the occupant. 3. A smart thermostat connects to the internet and can be controlled remotely. 4. A programmable...
1. Heat pumps need special thermostat control to accomplish temperature setbacks because Parts are easily damaged by thermostat setbacks. Sudden changes in heating loads cause heat pumps to operate less efficiently. Heat pumps cannot communicate with conventional programmable thermostats.
1. The _____ method is a dual fuel control method that programs an automatic changeover between heat pump operation and gas heating based on building load calculations and equipment performance data.
What color is the wire terminal for the fan? What color is the wire terminal for the heating? What color is the wire terminal for the cooling? What color is the wire terminal for the power?
(True/False) The ecobee thermostat has a “star signal” wire terminal. Which settings does the ecobee have for outdoor temperature? Compressor Min Outdoor Temperature Aux Heat Max Outdoor Temperature Both
The basics of what a thermostat is and what it does
In this lecture, the reader will learn about the importance of using thermostat to control heat pumps. Additionally, the reader will learn about the different components that make up dual fuel systems, and how they should operate.
These lecture notes provide basic information about the three modes of heat transfer.
Video on how to address total duct leakage tests. Provided by Department of Energy, Building America Solutions Center
Trunk and branch: Large central pipe and smaller pipes to each fixture
Factsheet for the different types of air source heat pumps.
This lecture note provides types of HVAC systsems.
Which of the following is NOT a type of HVAC System? Air Conditioning Furnace Heat Pump Domestic Hot Water Heater Fan
These lecture notes describe how to apply the laws of heat transfer to various types of insulation.
This video is for anyone who works with heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, water heaters, insulation, windows, and electrical in homes, and wants to learn about home energy efficiency and electrification incentive programs. It focuses primarily on single-family homes, but...
Circle all letters that apply to PEX (cross-formulated polyethylene): A. PEX is a soft plastic that comes in coils. B. PEX is remarkably durable within a wide range of temperatures, pressures, and chemicals. C. PEX is flexible. D. PEX stretches to accommodate the expansion of freezing water and then...
Explain how the “robustness” feature of resilience should be applied to prepare for or respond to a natural disaster.