ASHRAE Falcon Chapter

ASHRAE Commercial Building Energy Audits (MENA) training - Intensive 6 hour online instructor-led training taking place 19-20 August 2024.
2024-08-19 - 2024-08-20

ASHRAE FALCON CHAPTER - DL Webinar by David Schurk
2024-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Virtual Webinar
DL Webinar Keeping Doc’s Cool, Dry and Happy in the OR… Can I do it With What I’ve Got?
ASHRAE Falcon Chapter – UAE – AFC invite you to attend a technical webinar
Date: 15-Aug-2024
Time: 6:00 pm UAE time.
Speaker: David Schurk

[Online] Commissioning Process in new & Existing Buildings (MENA)
2024-06-04 - 2024-06-05 | Online
Course Description:
This course focuses on how the building commissioning process can be applied cost-effectively to new construction and to existing facilities, with a strong emphasis on existing facilities applications. The fundamentals of the commissioning process through each step of a new construction project, from predesign to occupancy and operations will be introduced. Find out more about how the application of the commissioning process in existing facilities differs from new construction. Learn about the benefits of commissioning and gain an appreciation for how the process can improve the built environment, reduce environmental impacts through responsible resource utilization, improve the quality of design and construction, and raise the professional reputation of the entire commissioning team. Commissioning documentation, including an overview of commissioning specifications for new construction will be highlighted. Attendant will take away compelling information and case studies that demonstrate the value of investing in the commissioning process.

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[Online] NEW! Introduction to Building Decarbonization (MENA)
2024-05-29 | Online
Course Description
Introduction to Building Decarbonization demystifies the primary sources of carbon emissions in buildings and explains the key drivers for decarbonization. The course focuses on the framework of decarbonization—including key definitions and distinct scopes that drive sustainable practices. Learn about ASHRAE’s role in disseminating vital decarbonization insights, emphasizing the urgency of combatting climate change, and pinpointing any given building’s substantial contribution to energy-related carbon emissions.
The course explores the complexities of building carbon emissions, including on-site combustion, construction-related sources, and refrigerant leakage. Other covered topics include the principles of building decarbonization, harmonizing occupant well-being, environmental stewardship, and the nature of direct and indirect emissions. The course concludes on the topic of sustainable building innovation—setting a foundation of best practices for a decarbonizing HVAC&R industry.

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[Online] District Cooling System Design (MENA)
2024-05-14 15:00 - 2024-05-15 18:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online
Course Description
District cooling has the potential to provide a sustainable solution to meet cooling requirements in the Middle East. Apart from providing cooling needs, district cooling is more reliable, more energy efficient, and has less negative environmental impact in the region than standard approaches to air-conditioning.
To improve the design of district cooling systems (DCS), in 2019 ASHRAE published two practical guides to implement district cooling: District Cooling Guide, Second Edition and Owner’s Guide for Buildings Served by District Cooling. Each guide contains a wealth of information on system components and enhancements, troubleshooting problems, and the integration of components into district cooling systems for both designers and building owners.
With MENA countries likely to grow rapidly and urbanize further in coming decades, don’t miss your opportunity to learn from leading industry experts on the requirements of planning, designing, and operating district cooling systems.
This course presents practical guidance contained in two ASHRAE publications referenced above, ensuring that when designed and operated properly, DCS can be an energy-efficient alternative to conventional in-building chilled water plant adding to an owner’s sustainability portfolio and allowing the building owner to focus on their own business, rather than operating and maintaining a chilled water plant.
DCS can provide buildings subscribing to their service with chilled water for comfort and process cooling with the benefits to the building owner of greatly reduced or eliminated maintenance cost, much lower space requirements, and no concerns as to plant capacity or load growth. This 6-hour course covers what designers and owners need to know about district cooling to enable it to provide energy efficiencies and reliable operation.
Topics covered include Planning, Central Plant Design, Distribution System design, Building Interfaces, Thermal Energy Storage, and Operation and Maintenance. The instructors will take attendees through the guidance provided in the ASHRAE District Cooling Guide, Second Edition and the ASHRAE Owner’s Guide for Buildings Served by District Cooling, tools made available from ASHRAE to advance the successful applications and use of district cooling technology.

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HVAC Design Level l and ll (MENA)
2024-04-29 09:00 - 2024-05-03 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Dubai
Course Description
These courses will not only increase your HVAC knowledge, but it will also accelerate the rate at which you will increase your knowledge in the future.
Achieving energy-efficient building performance that provides cooling comfort for occupants and meets the needs of building owners begins with system design. If the design is flawed, performance will suffer, and owner objectives will not bev satisfied.
ASHRAE offers a solution to improve design practices. Whether a designer, or facility manager, a recent graduate or an experienced professional who has taken on new design responsibilities, it is critical to combine the basic understanding of current standards with the application of new technologies to achieve success. Without a basic understanding of how systems perform in real-world environments and knowledge of which design option are available, engineers are ill equipped to meet with the ever-increasing challenges of their positions.

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Seminar: Whole Life Carbon Assessment - New Paradigm for the Built Environment
2024-04-24 10:30 - 11:30 (Asia/Dubai) | Curtain University Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
ASHRAE Falcon Chapter invites you to attend a free seminar about Whole Life Carbon Assessment – New Paradigm for the Built Environment.

Speaker: Juliana Pellegrini Lemos – ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Venue: Curtain University Dubai

ASHRAE Falcon Student Debate Competition 24'
2024-04-23 | Amity University Dubai, dubai, United Arab Emirates
We are thrilled to announce that ASHRAE Falcon Chapter is hosting an exhilarating Student Debate Competition in collaboration with Young Engineers in ASHRAE (YEA)
Join us on April 23, 2024, at Amity University Dubai, DIAC, as students showcase their talents and engage in intellectually stimulating discourse. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Student-Debate-Competition-24
📅 Date: April 23, 2024
🕤 Time: Starting from 9:30 AM
📍Venue: Amity University Dubai, DIAC
Register now using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3YiviPFWXKLTHeCw7E6UIBVWYNWMrEnNU8Cq6aCjrv9X_Bg/viewform

Webinar: Dubai Green Regulations
2024-03-27 16:30 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online
ASHRAE Falcon Chapter – UAE – AFC invites you to attend a webinar on the topic “Dubai Green Regulations”
Date & Time: 27-Mar-2024, 04:00 PM UAE time.
Speaker: Mr. Vladimir Limin, PE, CEM, LEED-AP, BREEAM
Register for free:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MhYesosSQ2WuM0leZA8KvA#/

Seminar: Knowledge sharing on the latest updates to ASHRAE Standards 241 and 62.1
2023-12-05 18:00 (Asia/Dubai)
ASHRAE Falcon Chapter, in association with enVerid Systems, Inc. and SCG, invites you to attend a free seminar about the latest updates to ASHRAE Standards 241 and 62.1
Location: Metropolitan Hotel Dubai – SH Zayed Road -Free valet parking is available
Date: 5 Dec 2023
Check-in Time at 6:00 P.M
Speaker:
Dr. Marwa Zaatari
About the seminar topic:
Introduction: The United Arab Emirates will host the UN Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai, promising to prioritize climate and health. This seminar will discuss updates to ASHRAE Standards to improve indoor air quality and promote decarbonization in buildings while increasing resilience to outdoor pollutants, aligning with COP28’s focus.

Webinar about "Decarbonization in the Built Environment. What is it, and the Pros and Cons?"
2023-11-21 | Online
ASHRAE Falcon Chapter invites you to attend a webinar about “Decarbonization in the Built Environment. What is it, and the Pros and Cons?”

Speaker:
Dr. Thomas Lawrence

Webinar Narrative :
The concept of decarbonizing our society is becoming a hot topic in global society. Within the built environment, the intent is to reduce the carbon footprint of buildings. This can be achieved in many ways, the first of which is reducing the overall energy consumption. The next, and more complicated, method is the determination of what the energy use and sources are for the building.
This topic is an overview of the overall ‘decarbonization’ process within society and for the built environment. It covers the background of why this is important, the external issues both political and technical (such as the carbon footprint of the electrical grid) and how building owners and designers can plan for a reduced carbon footprint in the coming years, along with the potential downsides to look out for.

Date & time: 28 -Nov -2023, 07:00 PM UAE time

Register free:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rBcrs6sJS7Sa3YfGLrWa_Q

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #12
2022-06-08 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #11
2022-05-11 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #10
2022-04-13 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #9
2022-03-09 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #8
2022-02-09 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #7
2022-01-12 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #6
2021-12-08 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #5
2021-11-10 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #4
2021-10-13 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #3
2021-09-20 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE FALCON MONTHLY MEETING – #2
2021-08-11 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE Falcon Monthly meeting - #1
2021-07-14 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Online

ASHRAE COURSE – HVAC DESIGN: LEVEL II – APPLICATIONS – DUBAI, UAE
2020-03-18 08:00 - 2020-03-19 17:00 (Asia/Dubai)
Gain advanced instruction on HVAC system designs for experienced HVAC designers or those who have completed the HVAC Design Essentials (MENA) training. This two-day training provides complex information about designing, installing, and maintaining HVAC systems, resulting in skills that can be put to immediate use. Gain an in-depth understanding of ASHRAE Standards 55, 62.1, 90.1, and ASHRAE’s Advanced Energy Design Guides.

For more information:
https://www.ashrae.org/professional-development/all-instructor-led-training/global-training-center/hvac-design-training-dubai-march-2020-mena

ASHRAE COURSE – HVAC DESIGN: LEVEL I – ESSENTIALS – DUBAI, UAE
2020-03-15 08:00 - 2020-03-17 17:00 (Asia/Dubai)
The ASHRAE Global Training Center for Building Excellence is organizing a three-day HVAC Design Essentials training to provide intensive, practical training for HVAC designers and others involved in the delivery of HVAC services in the MENA region. In three days, gain real-world practical design skills and knowledge that can be put to immediate use in designing and maintaining HVAC systems. Developed by industry-leading professionals selected by ASHRAE and customized for the Middle East, the training provides the fundamental and technical aspects of designing and maintaining HVAC systems.
The training provides the fundamental and technical aspects of designing and maintaining HVAC systems, including:

Load Calculations
Psychrometrics
HVAC Systems and Components
Outdoor Air Ventilation Volumes and Control
Air Side and Hydronic Systems
Humidification/De-humidification Components

For more information:
https://www.ashrae.org/professional-development/all-instructor-led-training/global-training-center/hvac-design-training-dubai-march-2020-mena

The Future of Refrigerants: Challenges and Opportunities (MENA)
2020-03-01 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai)
This training provides a background review of international treaties and initiatives that support the transition from hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) and hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants towards non-ozone-depleting (ODP), low-global-warming-potential (GWP) substances. A review of proposed refrigerants and how they can be used in different HVAC&R applications based on theoretical and empirical analyses is discussed. Challenges and opportunities associated with the different types of refrigerants: hydrofluoroolefins and natural refrigerants are presented. Relevant refrigerant options for high ambient temperature (HAT) environments, and standards, codes of systems and substances are also covered. Finally, the course wraps up with a discussion on the systems perspective and how to best understand the opportunities for energy-efficiency improvements. This would include an introduction to free modeling tools such as the online ORNL Heat Pump Design Model.

Registration Fees

Fees
Member
Non-Member

Early Bird (Early Bird Pricing – Deadline 2 February 2020)
$249
$324

Standard
$311
$405

To register:
https://www.ashrae.org/professional-development/all-instructor-led-training/global-training-center/future-of-refrigerants-challenges-and-opportunities-mena

ASHRAE COURSE – HVAC DESIGN: LEVEL II – APPLICATIONS – DAMMAM, KSA
2020-02-26 08:00 - 2020-02-27 17:00 (Europe/Moscow)
Gain advanced instruction on HVAC system designs for experienced HVAC designers or those who have completed the HVAC Design Essentials (MENA) training. This two-day training provides complex information about designing, installing, and maintaining HVAC systems, resulting in skills that can be put to immediate use. Gain an in-depth understanding of ASHRAE Standards 55, 62.1, 90.1, and ASHRAE’s Advanced Energy Design Guides.

For more information:
https://www.ashrae.org/professional-development/all-instructor-led-training/global-training-center/dammam-hvac-design-training-mena-february-2020

ASHRAE Course - HVAC Design: Level I – Essentials - DAMMAM, KSA
2020-02-23 08:00 - 2020-02-25 17:00 (Europe/Moscow)
The ASHRAE Global Training Center for Building Excellence is organizing a three-day HVAC Design Essentials training to provide intensive, practical training for HVAC designers and others involved in the delivery of HVAC services in the MENA region. In three days, gain real-world practical design skills and knowledge that can be put to immediate use in designing and maintaining HVAC systems. Developed by industry-leading professionals selected by ASHRAE and customized for the Middle East, the training provides the fundamental and technical aspects of designing and maintaining HVAC systems.
The training provides the fundamental and technical aspects of designing and maintaining HVAC systems, including:

Load Calculations
Psychrometrics
HVAC Systems and Components
Outdoor Air Ventilation Volumes and Control
Air Side and Hydronic Systems
Humidification/De-humidification Components

For more information:
https://www.ashrae.org/professional-development/all-instructor-led-training/global-training-center/dammam-hvac-design-training-mena-february-2020

Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems: Design & Applications (MENA)
2019-11-21 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai)
This course provides an overview of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology, including equipment and system types, heating/cooling operation, heat recovery, and the benefits of VRF systems. Also described is the VRF design process, including load profile analysis, unit sizing, ventilation air strategy, refrigerant piping design, and system monitoring/controls. Refrigerant safety considerations are explained, including a discussion of ASHRAE Standards 15 and 34. The course concludes with a focus on human comfort and sustainable design featuring example buildings, ventilation systems, and VRF system layouts.

Designing for IAQ: Complying with the Requirements of Standard 62.1 (MENA)
2019-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai)
This seminar focuses on the basic requirements of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2016, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality. The newest version of the standard includes a major change to the scope of the standard by which residential occupancies are moved from ASHRAE Standard 62.1 to 62.2. This course provides an overview of the requirements of the new standard with emphasis on changes from the previous version and practical application of the standard to modern VAV systems. New requirements to the indoor air quality procedure for determining minimum ventilation rates are discussed. In the 2016 version, changes were made in determining air class for laboratory exhaust systems and the use of sensors for demand control ventilation, and these changes are discussed as well. The course presents sample calculations for code review and for physical operation. This course has been customized for the Middle East by instructors well versed in the concerns for professionals in the region.
