HVAC Control Systems
Comprehensive Text All Aspects of HVAC Control Systems and Related HVAC Equipment

By Ronnie J. Auvil - 2nd Edition

HVAC Control Systems contains 26 chapters that cover all aspects of HVAC control systems used in industry. Topics included are specifically designed for HVAC and building maintenance technicians. The textbook provides an introduction to HVAC fundamentals, energy sources, and control principles. Pneumatic, electromechanical, and electronic components and control systems are covered. The textbook also covers the latest technology in energy efficiency practices, building automation systems, networking, direct digital control, building automation system retrofitting, maintenance management, and troubleshooting principles.

Contents include:

• HVAC Fundamentals
• Commercial HVAC Systems
• HVAC System Energy Sources
• Control Principles
• Control Systems
• Air Compressor Stations
• Pneumatic Actuators, Dampers, and Valves
• Pneumatic Thermostats, Humidistats, and Pressure Switches
• Pneumatic Transmitters
• Pneumatic Receiver Controllers
• Pneumatic Auxiliary Devices
• Pneumatic Control System Applications
• Electrical Control Systems
• Electronic Control Systems
• Building Automation Systems and Controllers
• Operator Interfaces
• Building Automation System Inputs and Outputs
• Building Automation System Installation, Wiring, and Testing
• Networking Fundamentals
• Direct Digital Control Strategies
• Supervisory Control Strategies
• Building Automation System Retrofit of Existing Systems
• Building System Management
• Utilities and Surveys
• Building Automation System Troubleshooting
• Advanced HVAC Control Technologies
• Appendix
• Glossary
• Index

416 pages, 431 illustrations, hard cover
ISBN: 0826907571
ISBN-13: 978-0826907578
Published January 2007