Equipment - Heat Exchangers
Issued by
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
This course introduces heat exchangers, an important type of auxiliary equipment in process facilities. Learn about the principles of heat transfer and the factors that affect heat transfer. Most types of typical and specialized heat exchangers are described. The course includes discussions of the operation, maintenance, and problems encountered with heat exchangers and safety precautions when working with high-temperature equipment.
Additional DetailsSkills
Earning Criteria
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Discuss the fundamentals (principles) of heat transfer and the operation of heat exchangers
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Recognize and describe typical heat exchange equipment and describe their advantages and disadvantages
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Recognize and describe typical heat exchange equipment and describe their advantages and disadvantages
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Discuss the basic design of a hot oil system and the requirements for the safe operation of a direct-fired heater