Comfort System (CS) Open CCE TIER 1 CS

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, each student should be able to:

• Install and use the i-Vu® Tech Tool suite proficiently
• Install, wire and configure a VVT® System
• Install, wire and configure a VAV System

Learning Methods Used

This course uses a combination of classroom lecture, demonstrations using the controls simulators, computer lab and workshops to present the material. Student’s achievement of the learning objectives is determined by successful completion of the workshops, and final written exam. Workshops are instructor guided exercises using the procedures taught in the lectures.

Topics Covered

All times are approximate and shown as (classroom hours/lab or workshop hours).

MS/TP Networks (2.0/0)

i-Vu® Tech Tools 6.0 Installation (2.0/0)

HVACpartners.com (1.0/0)

Group Tour (2.0/0)

Field Assistant 1 (4.0/4.0)

• Connect
• Find Devices
• Time Broadcasts
• Graphical Interface
• Schedules
• Trends
• Reports
• Global Modify
• Equipment Builder
• Create Equipment, View, Drivers and Sequence / Point List
• Add Control Program
• Download a New Program and Graphic to a Controller
• Commission the Program
• Point Checkout
• Final Report
• Optimizing Downloads
• Determining MARKER or FULL SOURCE
• Export / Import Source Files

Field Assistant 2 (4.0/4.0)

• Connect
• Find Devices
• Time Broadcasts
• RTU Open Lab
• I/O Points
• Unit Configuration
• Input Configuration
• Service Configuration
• Graphics Checkout
• VVT® Bypass Lab
• Unit Configuration
• Bypass Control
• VVT® Terminal Unit Lab
• Unit Configuration
• Service Configuration
• Pressure Dependent Control
• VVT® Master Terminal Unit
• Linkage Collector
• Linkage Provider
• Build a VVT® Control System

Field Assistant 3 (4.0/4.0)

• Connect
• Find Devices
• Time Broadcasts
• Air Source (AppController)
• I/O Points
• Enable / Disable
• Schedules
• Graphics
• Check Out
• VAVB1 Zone Terminal Lab
• Service Configuration
• Flow Control
• VAVB3 Zone Terminal Lab
• Service Configuration
• Flow Control
• VAV Master Terminal Unit
• Linkage Collector
• Linkage Provider
• Single Point Linkage
• VAV Test and Balance
• VAV - AHU
• VAVB1 Zone
• VAVB3 Zone
• Reports
• Upload Parameters
• System Touch
• Access
• Passwords
• Sensor Setup
• Timeout
• Discovery
• Group Schedules
• Equipment Touch
• Attach to an Open Controller
• Alarm Sources
• View Schedules
• View Trends
• Equipment Properties
• Alarm Buffer
• Factory Reset
• Backup
• AppLoader
• Revert

Completion Requirements

To receive a certificate for this course student must be present for the entire course, complete all workshops and receive a grade of 70% on graded final.

Prerequisite requirements

None.

SUGGESTED BACKGROUND

An introductory knowledge of commercial air conditioning and heating systems, commercial building design and design process is desirable. A working knowledge of controls and control theory is also required.

MATERIALS TO BRING

You will need to bring with you a laptop and mouse with these requirements:

• 2 GHz processor
• 1 GB RAM
• 2 GB Disk Space
• 1 USB Port
• Internet Explorer 8, 9 or 10
• DVD Drive
• Windows 8 Enterprise or Professional (32 or 64 bit) OR Windows 7 Pro or Ultimate (32 or 64 bit) OR Windows Vista Business or Ultimate Editions (32 or 64 bit)
• BACnet MS/TP Networks Wiring Training*
• IP & MS/TP Networks and Controller Addressing*

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

Students in this course receive a course workbook.

APPROPRIATE DRESS FOR THIS CLASS

This class is held in a class and business casual dress is appropriate. Any safety equipment required for these lab tours will be furnished.

CLASS HOURS

Class starts at 8 AM Monday and runs from 8 AM till 5 PM each day including Friday if class is scheduled at the end of a week. Travel arrangements should be made accordingly.

LOCATION & LODGING

All courses are taught at BAS University (Kennesaw, GA), unless otherwise noted.  Location and lodging information will be provided at the time of registration.