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Air Conditioning And Ventilation Systems Commissioning Training

SAQA US 116375 | NQF 4 | Credits 8 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the competencies required to commission air conditioning and ventilation systems in commercial and industrial settings. Participants will gain the skills to plan, execute, and verify commissioning procedures, ensuring systems operate according to design specifications and industry standards.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply commissioning principles to develop a systematic plan for air conditioning and ventilation systems.
  • Analyze system performance data to verify compliance with design specifications and operational requirements.
  • Evaluate test results and identify deviations to recommend corrective actions.
  • Implement commissioning procedures, including functional testing and balancing of air and water systems.
  • Demonstrate proper documentation and reporting of commissioning activities for quality assurance.

Target Audience

This training is designed for HVAC technicians, engineers, and project managers involved in the installation, testing, or handover of air conditioning and ventilation systems.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment.

Course Outline

Day 1: Fundamentals of HVAC&R Systems and Commissioning Principles

Objectives:
• Understand the role and importance of commissioning in HVAC&R systems.
• Identify key components and functions of air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Explain the commissioning process and its phases.
• Recognise relevant regulations and standards in South Africa.
• Apply basic safety procedures and documentation requirements.

Topics:
• Overview of HVAC&R systems: types, components, and applications.
• Introduction to commissioning: purpose, benefits, and industry standards.
• The commissioning process: pre-design, design, construction, acceptance, and post-acceptance phases.
• South African regulations: SANS 10400, OHS Act, and SAQA unit standards.
• Health and safety considerations during commissioning.
• Documentation: commissioning plan, checklists, and reports.
• Roles and responsibilities of the commissioning team.
• Basic HVAC&R terminology and units of measurement.

Day 2: System Design Review and Pre-Commissioning Checks

Objectives:
• Review design documentation and specifications for HVAC&R systems.
• Perform pre-commissioning inspections and checks.
• Verify system installation against design intent.
• Identify common installation defects and corrective actions.
• Prepare equipment and systems for initial startup.

Topics:
• Design document review: drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Pre-commissioning inspection procedures: visual checks, cleanliness, and accessibility.
• Verification of equipment installation: AHUs, chillers, pumps, ductwork, and piping.
• Common installation issues: misalignment, improper supports, and leak paths.
• Electrical and control system pre-checks: power supply, wiring, and sensors.
• Flushing and cleaning of piping systems.
• Pressure testing and leak detection methods.
• Pre-commissioning checklists and sign-offs.

Day 3: Functional Testing and Performance Verification

Objectives:
• Execute functional tests for air conditioning and ventilation components.
• Measure and record system performance parameters.
• Verify control sequences and setpoints.
• Troubleshoot common operational issues.
• Document test results and deviations.

Topics:
• Functional testing procedures for AHUs, chillers, cooling towers, and VAV boxes.
• Airflow measurement techniques: pitot tubes, anemometers, and balometers.
• Temperature, humidity, and pressure measurements.
• Control system testing: sensors, actuators, and BAS integration.
• Verification of control sequences: start/stop, setpoints, and alarms.
• Water flow balancing and pump performance tests.
• Troubleshooting common issues: airflow imbalances, temperature variations, and noise.
• Recording test data and generating functional test reports.

Day 4: Air and Water Balancing, and Indoor Air Quality

Objectives:
• Perform air balancing procedures to achieve design airflow rates.
• Conduct water balancing for hydronic systems.
• Understand indoor air quality (IAQ) parameters and measurement methods.
• Adjust systems to meet IAQ standards.
• Verify ventilation effectiveness and thermal comfort.

Topics:
• Air balancing principles: proportional balancing, traverse method, and flow hoods.
• Balancing dampers, diffusers, and grilles.
• Water balancing for chilled and hot water loops: circuit balancing valves and pump speed control.
• IAQ parameters: CO2, particulates, VOCs, and humidity.
• IAQ measurement instruments and protocols.
• Ventilation rate verification using tracer gas or CO2 decay.
• Thermal comfort assessment: temperature, humidity, and air speed.
• Adjusting systems for optimal IAQ and comfort.

Day 5: Commissioning Documentation, Handover, and Ongoing Monitoring

Objectives:
• Compile and review final commissioning documentation.
• Prepare systems for handover to the client and facility management.
• Understand seasonal commissioning and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Conduct a successful commissioning closeout meeting.
• Apply knowledge in a practical commissioning scenario.

Topics:
• Final commissioning report: summary, test results, deviations, and recommendations.
• Systems manual: O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and warranties.
• Training requirements for facility operators.
• Handover procedures and acceptance sign-offs.
• Seasonal commissioning: summer/winter mode testing.
• Ongoing monitoring: trend logs, periodic checks, and recommissioning triggers.
• Commissioning closeout meeting: presentation of results and addressing outstanding items.
• Practical exercise: simulated commissioning of a small HVAC system.

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

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25 15% off
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75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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