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HVAC DESIGN & AUTOCAD DRAFTING COURSE
Mechanical & MEP Specialization
HVAC DESIGN & AUTOCAD DRAFTING COURSE BROCHURE
Course Overview & Scope
The HVAC Design & AutoCAD Drafting Course at TMD Infra is a comprehensive, industry-oriented training program tailored for mechanical engineering graduates, diploma holders, and working engineers aspiring to build careers as HVAC Design Engineers, Consultants, and Project Managers.
The curriculum thoroughly covers fundamental thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat load estimation using Carrier HAP & manual E-20 sheets, air distribution duct design (SMACNA standards), hydronic chiller piping, VRF/VRV systems, chilled water pump head calculations, and AutoCAD 2026 drafting based on ISHRAE, ASHRAE, SMACNA, and NBC guidelines.
Course Structure & Modules Register
| Module No. | Module Title | Topics | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Module 01 | HVAC Design Engineering Fundamentals, Psychrometrics, Heat Load (HAP), Air distribution, Hydronics, Chilled Water, Cold Storage, BOQ |
31 Topics | 51 HRS (8 Weeks) |
| Module 02 | AutoCAD & HVAC Drafting AutoCAD 2026 tools, Layer standards, Detailed Duct & Piping Shop drawings, Chillers/AHU/FCU Typical details |
18 Topics | 24 HRS (4 Weeks) |
| Total Course Hours: | 75 Hours (12 Weeks / 3 Months) | ||
What You Will Master
Heat Load Calculations
Carrier HAP software & Manual E-20 forms, solar heat gains & CFM airflows.
Air Distribution & Duct Sizing
Ductulator, aspect ratio optimization, static pressure (ESP) & diffusers.
Hydronics & Chilled Water
Pipe sizing, primary/secondary pumps, cooling towers, valves & fittings.
AutoCAD 2026 Drafting
SLD/DLD drawings, shop drawings, sections & MEP layer standards.
Software & Design Tools Covered
Carrier HAP 5.1 / 6.0
Autodesk AutoCAD 2026 (2D MEP)
McQuay Duct Sizer / Ductulator
Psychrometric Software
Excel E-20 Load Calculation Sheets
Pump & Pipe Head Sizing Calculators
Complete Brochure Syllabus & Topic Index
01. Basics & Fundamentals of HVAC
- Basic Fundamentals of HVAC & Scope
- Different Modes of Heat Transfer
- Codes and standards (ISHRAE, ASHRAE, SMACNA, NBC)
- Role of a Senior HVAC Design Engineer
02. Psychrometrics
- Dry bulb, wet bulb, dew point temperature, RH
- Psychrometric processes & chart reading
- Sensible heat factor (SHF) & ADP
- Bypass factor & mixed air condition calculations
03. Refrigeration Cycle & Heat Transfer
- Vapor Compression Refrigeration Cycle
- Refrigeration system components (Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator, Expansion valve)
- Refrigerants & environmental impact (ODP, GWP)
04. Classification of HVAC Systems
- Direct Expansion (DX) vs. Chilled Water Systems
- All Air, All Water, and Air-Water Systems
- Unitary vs. Centralised HVAC Systems
05. Survey of Building & Heat Load
- Building survey & architectural plan study
- Location & orientation analysis
- Building envelope parameters (U-values)
06. Heat Load Calculations (HAP & E-20)
- Solar heat gain through glass, walls, roof
- Internal loads (occupants, lighting, equipment)
- Infiltration & ventilation CFM (ASHRAE 62.1)
- Heat load simulation using Carrier HAP & E-20 Excel
07. Hydronic System Design
- Chilled water system components
- Pipe sizing & flow rate (GPM) calculations
- Primary vs. Secondary chilled water pumping
- Expansion tank sizing
08. Air Distribution System Design
- Duct sizing methods (Equal Friction, Velocity Reduction, Static Regain)
- Ductulator software usage & aspect ratio limits
- Diffusers, grilles, slots, and dampers selection
09. Air Conditioning Systems & Selection
- Window AC, Split, Ductable Split, Cassette AC
- Package Units & Precision AC (PAC) for Data Centers
10. Duct Materials & Sheet Metal Gauge
- GI Sheet metal duct fabrication standards (SMACNA)
- Thermal insulation (Acoustic lining, nitrile rubber, glasswool)
11. Fans & Blowers
Centrifugal vs. axial fans, fan performance curves, motor HP calculation.
12. Ventilation Systems
Basement parking jet fan ventilation, toilet exhaust, kitchen ecology units.
13. Air Filters
Pre-filters, fine filters, HEPA filters selection as per MERV rating.
14. Duct Fitting Losses
Pressure drops in elbows, reducers, dampers, and diffusers.
15. AHU & FCU Selection
Air Handling Unit & Fan Coil Unit sizing, coil rows & CFM selection.
16. Chiller Selection
Air-cooled vs. water-cooled chillers, COP, IPLV & kW/TR analysis.
17. Mechanical Ventilation
Air changes per hour (ACH) calculation for industrial & commercial zones.
18. Smoke Management System
Atrium smoke extraction, pressurisation fans & fire damper controls.
19. Toilet Exhaust Ventilation
Airflow sizing and inline fan duct layout for restrooms.
20. Stairwell Pressurisation
Design criteria, fan CFM & relief damper positioning as per NBC code.
21. DG & Transformer Room Ventilation
Heat dissipation CFM calculations & acoustic louver sizing.
22. Cooling Towers
Induced draft vs. forced draft cooling tower sizing & GPM selection.
23. Valves & Coil Selection
2-way/3-way control valves, balancing valves, PICV & coil selection.
24. VRV / VRF Systems
2-pipe cooling & 3-pipe heat recovery VRF system design & refnet sizing.
25. Desert Cooler Selection
Evaporative cooling pads, pump head & CFM selection for dry climates.
26. Chilled Water System Layout
Primary/Secondary loop decoupling, header sizing & expansion vessel.
27. Pump Head & Pump Selection
Total Dynamic Head (TDH) calculation, pump curve analysis & motor HP.
28. CAV & VAV Systems
Constant volume vs. Variable Air Volume boxes & VFD control logic.
29. ESP Calculation
External Static Pressure calculation for fan & AHU static head rating.
30. Cold Storage Facility Design
Refrigerated warehouse heat load, PUF panel insulation & defrosting.
31. BOQ — Bill of Quantities
BOQ preparation, sheet metal tonnage, pipe meterage & equipment specs.
01. AutoCAD Getting Started
Workspace setup, units, drawing limits, templates & coordinate systems.
02. Drawing Tools
Line, circle, arc, polyline, spline, rectangle, hatch & gradients.
03. Modify Tools
Offset, trim, extend, fillet, chamfer, mirror, scale, stretch, array, explode.
04. Drawing Management
Layer standards for MEP, text & dimension styles, blocks & attributes.
05. Sheets & Plotting
Layout viewports, XREF external reference workflow & PDF scale plotting.
06. Concept Design Drawings
Architectural floor plan overlay, zoning & schematic routing.
07. Detailed AC & Duct Shop Drawings
Double Line Diagram (DLD) duct layout, grilles & diffuser tags.
08. Chilled Water Piping Drawings
Supply & return chilled water pipe routing, valves & risers in AutoCAD.
09. Duct Fittings Representation
Elbows, offsets, shoes, transitions, branch take-offs drafting.
10. Levels, Slopes & Flow Direction
Bottom of Duct (BOD), Bottom of Pipe (BOP) & slope elevation marking.
11. Basis of Design (BOD) Documents
Drafting design parameters, client design criteria & legend tables.
12. Typical Chiller Plant Details
Chiller hookup details, inertia pad, flexible connections & headers.
13. Typical AHU Hookup Details
Air Handling Unit piping hookup, 3-way valve, strainer, VAV connection.
14. Typical FCU Hookup Details
Fan Coil Unit piping schematic, drain pipe slope & thermostat wiring layout.
15. Typical Pump Elevation & Detail
Primary/Secondary pump suction & discharge piping connection details.
16. Valve Arrangement Schematics
Butterfly, check, balancing valve & pressure gauge installation views.
17. Strainer Installation Details
Y-strainer and pot strainer installation & cleaning clearance details.
18. Section Drawings & MEP Coordination
Cross-sectional views showing duct, pipe & tray height clearance coordination.
Live Projects Included in Portfolio
Every student carries two real-world building projects from scratch to final tender submission:
Project 1: Multi-Floor Commercial Office Building
- Architectural zoning & U-value building survey
- Complete heat load estimation in Carrier HAP
- Chilled water plant sizing (Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Tower)
- Duct layout, diffuser sizing & static pressure calculation
- AutoCAD 2D shop drawing set & BOQ cost estimation
Project 2: High-Rise Residential / Hotel Building (VRF)
- Zone-wise heat load & fresh air CFM calculation
- VRV / VRF outdoor unit (ODU) & indoor unit (IDU) selection
- Refrigerant piping branch header sizing (Refnet joints)
- Stairwell pressurisation & basement jet fan ventilation layout
- Single Line Diagram (SLD) & AutoCAD drafting portfolio
Career Opportunities & Job Roles
- HVAC Design Engineer
- HVAC AutoCAD Draftsman / Detailer
- MEP Project Engineer
- HVAC Estimation & BOQ Engineer
- HVAC Site & Execution Engineer
- HVAC MEP Consultant
Frequently Asked Questions
Mechanical Engineering Graduates (B.Tech / B.E.), Diploma holders in Mechanical / Automobile engineering, and practicing site engineers looking to switch to MEP design and consultancy are eligible.
Yes, 100% live project training is included. You design and draft complete HVAC layouts for a commercial building and a VRF high-rise building using Carrier HAP & AutoCAD 2026.
Yes! TMD Infra provides 100% placement support including resume optimization, portfolio development, mock interviews, and direct referral drives with top MEP consultancy and contracting companies in India & Gulf countries.
Fee Structure & Installments
Affordable & Easy EMI
Special Student & Early Bird Discounts
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