Session Information
ASHE 2012 International Conference and Exhibition on Health Facility Planning Design and Construction
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HVAC Design for Patient Rooms
Track : Regulatory Issues
Program Code: 265820
Date: Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Time: 9:50 AM to 10:50 AM  EST
Location: Rm 102: PCC West Bldg
PRIMARY SPEAKER :
 J. Patrick Banse, P.E., LEED AP, Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.
Description
Using building plans, sketches, and photos of various patient room types, the speaker will present methods for heating, cooling, and maintaining optimal air change rates to create a comfortable room environment. Topics will include comfort control, air distribution techniques, and ways to minimize noise in patient rooms. This session will enable you to:

● Describe HVAC requirements appropriate for different patient room types.
● Select HVAC systems that can accommodate function and room requirements.
● Interpret code requirements applicable to patient room HVAC design.
● Identify and select HVAC air distribution methods that will support patient comfort.

LEARNER OUTCOMES:
  • Describe patient room requirements by room type.
  • Identify and select HVAC air distribution for patient comfort.
  • Interpret code requirements related to Patient room HVAC design.
  • Select HVAC systems by function and room requirements.


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