Department of Electrical Engineering Faculty

of Engineering Sciences and Technology

Indus University, Karachi

MT-373A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Lab

Open Ended Lab

Lab Objective: Design and analysis of heating and cooling load for a space to be conditioned

Student Name: M. Mutayyab Siddiqui Lab Date: 06-06-2024

Student’s ID: 1212-2021

OEL 01

PLO’s PLO-05 BLOOM’S Psychomotor

TAXONOMY P3
OPEN ENDED LAB PERFORMANCE
(Rubrics will be designed for each task
separately for each lab depending on the
selected attributes, Can’t use Generic Rubrics)
Excellent Average Poor
CLO’s Aspects of Assessments M
(75-100%) (50-75%) (<50%)
Completely identifies thePartially identifies the problem in Lack of identification of the
problem in question throughquestion and with academic problem, needing more than par
efficient analysis/produces nearsupport produces the required support to analyze the problem and
to exact results. results. production of results.
Correctly select the technique andCorrectly select the technique andIncorrect selection of technique and
data structure to performdata structure to perform particulardata structure to perform particular
particular task and validate thetask but code has some minortask and code is also not correct.
working of code errors

The results are correct for varietyThe results are correct for The results are incorrect for any
of input graphs in terms of sizefew specific input but not input.
and type. able to deal with all types of
inputs.
Total Marks: 10

Graded by Engineer: _ Date:

Remarks:
 Instructions/Steps
1. Write down the instructions/stepsfor task performance

Deliverables:
1. A report summarizing your findings, including a description of the graph algorithms, their
performance analysis, and the most efficient algorithm for finding the shortest path in the given
graph.
2. The implementation of the identified algorithm in a program that can take input graphs from users
and find the shortest path between two specified vertices.

Requirements for Lab Task:

1. Write down the content of deliverables
 Attributes of OEL

The attributes of open ended labs are against each task. [These are the complete attributes of
OEL. Delete attributes which are not relevant to your OEL]
Table 1:Attributes of Open Ended Lab (OEL)

Attributes Description

No pre-defined procedure and no

pre-determined result.

(i.e. students are required to design

their own experiments and
procedures)

Encounter wide range technical

issues in designing.

(i.e. choice of components, their

tolerances and their ranges of
outputs, etc.

Involves acquisition of in depth .

engineering knowledge, part of which,
is delivered through class lectures
and some labs, and remaining
knowledge gaps are filled by
student self-directed learning

Involves creative thinking process

as in the design of open ended
labs, students are expected to
encounter issues they haven’t faced
in their previous course of studies

Involves modular building approach

for large open-ended labs to
design and construct models and
their sub-models
Importance:
Heating and cooling loads are the measure of energy needed to be added or removed from a space by the
HVAC system to provide the desired level of comfort within a space. Right-sizing the HVAC system begins
with an accurate understanding of the heating and cooling loads on a space.
Steps to Design and analysis of heating and cooling load for a space to be conditioned:
Designing and analyzing the heating and cooling load for a space involves several steps to ensure efficient
and effective conditioning which are,
 Define the Space: Understand the space to be conditioned, including its dimensions, orientation, and
intended use. Different spaces have different requirements.
 Determine the Envelope Characteristics: Assess the building's envelope (walls, windows, roof,
doors) to understand its thermal properties, such as insulation levels, solar heat gain coefficients, and
U-values.
 Identify Internal Loads: Consider internal heat gains from occupants, lighting, equipment, and
appliances. Each of these elements contributes to the overall load on the space.
 Climate Analysis: Understand the local climate to estimate outdoor temperature extremes, humidity
levels, and solar radiation. This information helps in sizing heating and cooling equipment.
 Load Calculation Methods: Utilize appropriate load calculation methods such as the Manual J
method, which factors in the building's characteristics, climate data, and internal loads to determine
the heating and cooling requirements.
 Heating Load Analysis: Calculate the heating load by considering heat loss through the building
envelope during the coldest expected outdoor temperature. This involves accounting for conduction,
infiltration, and ventilation losses.
 Cooling Load Analysis: Calculate the cooling load by considering heat gain through the building
envelope during the hottest expected outdoor temperature. This includes solar heat gain, internal heat
gains, and infiltration.
 Equipment Sizing: Once the heating and cooling loads are determined, select appropriately sized
heating and cooling equipment, such as furnaces, boilers, air conditioners, or heat pumps.
 Energy Efficiency Measures: Implement energy-efficient measures such as insulation upgrades,
high-efficiency windows, and shading devices to reduce the overall heating and cooling loads.
 System Design: Design the HVAC system to meet the calculated loads efficiently. This includes
selecting the appropriate distribution system (ductwork, piping), controls, and ventilation strategies.
 Sensitivity Analysis: Perform sensitivity analysis to understand how changes in building parameters,
such as insulation levels or window orientation, impact heating and cooling loads.