Sunday, 19 November 2017

HVAC Engineer interview 70 question & answers (Mechanical engineer) (Google Drive MEP(HVAC , Plumbing, Fire Fighting and Electrical) complete Design Data and Drawings )

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1)What is the Unit of Heat?(1M)

Ans) Units: BTU (British Thermal Units)1BTU: It is the amount of energy required to raise 1 Degree Fahrenheit temperature of 1 Pound of water(OR)It is the amount of heat when added to 1 Pound of water increases the temperature of water to 1 Degree Fahrenheit1 Lb = 0.45 Kgs (or) 1kg = 2.2 Lbs. Types of Heat:-Sensible Heat: It can be sensed or measured by an ordinary drybulb  thermometer.Eg: Human body temperature can be measured using thermometerLatent Heat: It can’t be sensed or measured by an ordinary dry bulb thermometer. It is a hidden heat. Latent heat is absorbed or released when ever there is a change inphase.Eg: When the water becomes vapor and vice versa

2)What is TON & 1 TON = ?(2M)

ANS) TON or Ton of refrigeration:
It is the amount of energy required to Freeze 1 pound of water in 24 hours (or)It is the amount of energy required to Melt 1 Ton of Ice in 24 Hours

3)Volume Of Air is measured in?(2M)

ANS) Volume of air is measured in terms of:CFM = Cubic Feet per MinuteCMH = Cubic Meter per HourM3/Sec = Cubic Meter per SecondL/Sec = Liters per secondCMH = 1.7 x CFMCFM = 2118 x m3/secCFM = 2.119 x l/sec

4)What is ASHRAE?
Answer- ASHRAE: American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers


5)What is the Room Temperature that you maintain in any room?(1M)

Answer- 24 Degree Celsius or 76 Degree Fahrenheit

6)CFM = Velocity(usually 1500) * Area in sqft {(d/2)^2*3.1416/144}
7) 1 ton = 12000 BTU/hr = 3.516 KW.

8) Heat Transfer Coefficient (U):
1 (Btu/hr. sqft . *f) = 5.6782 (watt/m^2 . Calvin)
Thermal Conductivity (K):
1 (Btu/hr.ft.*f)   =  1.73 (watt/m. calvin)

9) Q-9-What is CFM
Answer - Cubic feet minute, it is the unit of air flow.

10)                  Q-10-What is Aspect Ratio?
Ans- it is the ratio between ht n length of the duct generally we take 1:2 can vary with space and size up till 1:4.

11)                  Q-11-What is Collar Length?
Ans-it is the strip left at the joining of duct and machine.

12)                  Q-12-What are the important things to be considered before selecting devices like AHUs and Chillers:

Ans-For AHU/FCU for chilled water system = CFM, Static pressure, Ton (capacity), Air Temp, water flow (gpm).
For AHU/FCU for direct system = CFM, Static Pressure, Ton, Sensible.
For Chiller: Ton, outside air temp, GPM,
Note:
(Sensible/3.4 = heating capacity.)
Static pressure to be considered to make fan selection.
1GPM = 2.4 Ton (we need gpm in finding pipe dia)

13)                  Q-13-What is Pumps supply fittings:
Ans- Thermometer, Shutoff valve, pressure gauge, strainer, test point, drain cock, union flexible connector, and Eccentric reducer.

14)                  Q-14-What is Pumps return fittings:
Ans-Eccentric reducer, flexible connector, union test point, check valve, strainer, gate valve, check valve, temp sensors,

15)                  Q-15-CFM distribution wrt the given floor plan?
Ans-Use ductulator.

16)                  Q-16-Calculating loads wrt any plan by using software.
Ans- Use Hap-4.32 or any to find the loads.

17)                  Q-17-Type of Dampers?
Ans-Fire dampers = Butterfly damper, Non Return Damper, Motorized Damper, Fire damper, Smoke damper, Gravity damper.

18)                  Q-18-Types of motorized damper?
Ans- Motorized volume damper, Motorized fire and smoke damper.

19)                  Q-19-Types of grills and diffusers?
Ans = 2-way, 3-way, 4-way, 1-way, jet diffusers with fan.

20)                  Q-20-What is VFD?
Ans-Variable frequency drive-it is use to control the speed of motor by controlling the frequency applied to it. It is used with Chillers; AHU etc. (use to control the RPM of pumps)

21)                  Q-21-How do you control or balance the chilled water
Ans - Double regulating valve in main line return (usually controlled from return using drv)

22)                  Q-22-How do you control the noise or vibration in the duct
Ans- lining (nc-35) and Rainforcement.

23)                  Q-23-Temperature of water at outlet of chiller and inlet of AHU ?
@ outlet of chiller - 6-7^c & @ inlet of AHU – 7 – 8^c
@ outlet of AHU – 10 - 11^c & @ inlet of Chiller - 13-15^c.

24)                  Q-24-What are primary pumps and secondary pumps
Ans - the pumps from chiller to building is Primary and in building transfer is Secondary.

25)                  Q-25- AHU & FCU Valve connection details ?
Ans- check my AHU installation details video .

26)                  Q-26- What is CFM value?
Ans-CFM = 0.417 L/s.

27)                  Q-27-What are the refrigerants used in split unit?
Ans - R22, R12, R34 (Depends).

28)                  Q-28-What are duct heaters and why do we use them if we already have heating option in AHU.?
-        Just to provide heating in some specific areas .
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29)                  Q-29-What is VAV and its working?
Ans- Pressure dependent & Pressure independent:
-        To control the flow of air and temp. (variable air volume).
-        Pressure dependent:- The volume of air supplied by the terminal unit varies depending upon the static pressure (SP) in the primary air duct.
-        Pressure independent terminal units:- have flow-sensing devices that limit the flow rate through the box. They can control the maximum and minimum cfm that can be supplied and are therefore independent of the SP in the primary air duct.
-        Almost all HVAC systems installed or retrofitted at present have pressure independent VAV terminals. Pressure independent systems can be balanced and will allow the correct airflow from each terminal.
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30)                  Q-30-What is 3 way valve and 2 way valve. Where we will use them and why?
Ans-2 way valve = it will regulate the flow as per demand and it will be fitted in the return line.
3 way valve = if the AHU is closed and is running on min load then it will by-pass (Connected to BMS).

31)                  Q-31-What is duct guage normally we use in buildings for cooling and for exhaust ducts?
Ans-For supply we use 22 guage and for exhaust we use 18 guage.

32)                  Q-32-Types of Duct joints ?
Ans- Slip joint, flange joints etc.. see ‘internet.’

33)                  Q-33-Standard books for HVAC?
Ans- we follow in duct designing are Ashrae and Smacna, .

34)                  Q-34-What is smoke and light test?
Ans-Check ‘HVAC smoke test and light test in internet’.

35)                  Q-35-What are the different method used for duct sizing?
Ans-Equal Friction, Velocity,Static Regain.

36)                  -Q-36-How do you measure & control the noise level in A/C system?
Ans-Noise level can be measured by dB meter.It can be controlled by providing acoustic to the unit panels, if the sound crosses the set noise criteria we have to go for sound attenuatos.

37)                  Q-37-What are the recommended pressure drop in Chilled water pipes?
Ans- 210 PASCAL'S per meter (0.84 inches).

38)                  Q-38-Where do you use Fire Damper,Spliter Damper & Non Return Damper?
Ans-Fire dampers (FD) are used to stop the fire wherever duct passes thro fire wall.
Spliter dampers(SD) are used to split the main duct for propotional air balancing
Non Return Dampers(NRD) are used to stop the back flow of air in the duct. NRD's used in exhaust and ventilation system only.

39)                  Q-39-What are the different types of exhaust fans used to extract the air?
Ans-Axial type propeller fan, forward curved, twin fan, direct driven centrifugal fan.

40)                  Q-40-What are different duct shapes normally used?
Ans-Rectangular, Round, Spiral, Oval.

41)                  Q-41-How do you control vibration of AHU & Chillers?
Ans-Spring vibration isolators, Rubbers pads, Kinetic Chain, flexible bellows.

42)                  Q-42-What is the difference between VAV & CAV?
Ans-Variable Air Volume & Constant Air Volume.

43)                  Q-43-Mention typical valve arrangement for chiller connection?
Ans Check internet for  ‘HVAC’.

44)                  Q-44-What do you consider while making plant room layout explain briefly?
Ans-Space, site orientation, plant room location, A/C unit (ready made or tailor made).

45)                  Q-45-What are the different type of Louvers used?
Fresh air louvers, sand trap louvers, door louvers, acoustic louvers, supply air and return air louvers.back draft louvers.

46)                  Q-46-Classify the different types of chillers?
Ans-Air Cooled & Water Cooled. With Compressors - Reciprocating,screw,centrifugal & scroll chillers.

47)                  Q-47-What are the standard test pressure for chilled water piping for Industrial application?
Ans- Test  pressure 1.5 times of working pressure.

48)                  Q-48-What are the Securities checking in chillers?
Ans-Flow switch, Chiller and Pump interlocking, High Pressure cut-out, Oil Pressure switch, High Suction superheat, Anti Freeze.

49)                  Q-49-What are the temperature & RH required for human comfort?
Ans- 22 ±2 degree celcius & 50%RH.

50)                  Q-50-At what temperature degree Ferhenite & degree Celcius are same?
Ans-    -40°C.

51)                  Q-51-Which gas is used to purge the refrigerant line during the brazing?
Ans-Nitrogen gas.

52)                  1 TR= 365 to 400 CFM, 3.516KW.

53)                  Q-53-How much design velocity required in the main duct of an office building?
Ans-900-1100 FPM

54)                  How we install internal insulation in Ducts?
And What is the insulation thickness of inside and outside ducts?
Ans- 25mm inside and 50mm outside and ducts passing thru unconditioned spaces.

55)                  Q-55-Difference between nominal capacity and Actual capacity?
Ans-Ceckk on internet.

56)                  Q-56-Is this nominal capacity equal in every country?
Ans- Yes.

57)                  Q-57-How to find Weight of Duct?
Wt in Kg = 8.0318 x Thickness x Perimeter = ____Kg.
Where Perimeter of Duct = (W x D)²/1000

58)                  Q-58-What are the different materials used for underground chilled water supply?
Ans-Pre-insulated Black steel pipe sch-40 with rubber cladding.

59)                  Q-59-How to find velocity (FPM)?
Ans-We need to know GPM and Friction. Then coincide them in a graph and you will get velocity.  And for chilled water we need to know no. of cycles per year (in ksa=6months*30days*24hrs = 4320) search for this value in the annexure of ashrae to find the FPM. The fpm you get will be for the roof , to get the fpm in risers take 20% of roof and to get in runners take 20% of risers.

60)                  What Is The Fcu?
A Fan Coil Unit (FCU) is a simple device consisting of a heating and/or cooling heat exchanger or 'coil' and fan. It is part of an HVAC system found in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings

61)                  What Is The Function Of Ahu?
An Air Handling Unit (AHU) is used to re-condition and circulate air as part of a heating, ventilating and air- conditioning system. The basic function of the AHU is take in outside air, re-condition it and supply it as fresh air to a building.

62)                  What Are The Types Of Air Conditioning Systems?
Types of Air Conditioning Systems The choice of which air conditioner system to use depends upon a number of factors including how large the area is to be cooled, the total heat generated inside the enclosed area, etc. • Window Air Conditioner. • Split Air Conditioner. • Packaged Air Conditioner. • Central Air Conditioning System.

63)                  What Does A Hvac Engineer Do?
An HVAC engineer's job duties can include the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, cooling, and refrigeration systems.

64)                  What Is The Hvac System?
While the Energy Center usually tries to avoid the use of acronyms, HVAC is in common use in the heating and cooling industry. It stands for "heating, ventilation and air conditioning," three functions often combined into one system in today's modern homes and buildings

65)                  What Is The Meaning Of Btu In Air Conditioners?
Btu – British Thermal Unit (Btu) is the international measure of energy. A Btu is the amount of heat needed to raise 1 (one) pound of water by 1(one) degree Fahrenheit. In HVAC industry, Btu's measure the quantity of heat a conditioning unit can remove from a room per hours. One BTU per hour is equal to 0293 watts

66)                  What Is Variable Air Volume System & Dual Duct System?
Variable Air Volume (VAV) is a type of heating, ventilating, and/or air- conditioning (HVAC) system. Unlike constant air volume (CAV) systems, which supply a constant airflow at a variable temperature, VAV systems vary the airflow at a constant temperature.

67)                  What Is Constant Volume System?
Constant Air Volume (CAV) is a type of heating, ventilating, and air- conditioning (HVAC) system. In a simple CAV system, the supply air flow rate is constant, but the supply air temperature is varied to meet the thermal loads of a space. Most CAV systems are small, and serve a single thermal zone.

68)                  What Is Centralised Air System?
The most common central cooling system is a split system, which includes an outdoor cabinet containing a condenser coil and compressor, and an indoor evaporator coil, usually installed in conjunction with your furnace. or air handler . The compressor pumps a chemical called refrigerant through the system

69)                  What Is The Meaning Of Fahu?
FAHU is the abbreviation used for FRESH AIR HANDLING UNIT. These are usually centralized units employed to induce fresh air quantities to the confines spaces. They come into picture wherever there are limitations to fresh air intake either directly or through AHUs.

70)                  What Is Cfm & Infiltration?
The infiltration rate is the volumetric flow rate of outside air into a building, typically in cubic feet per minute (CFM) or liters per second (LPS). The air exchange rate, (I), is the number of interior volume air changes that occur per hour, and has units of 1/h. 4



Saturday, 11 November 2017

What is the duties and Responsibilities of Civil Site Engineer?



What is the duties and Responsibilities of Civil Site Engineer?

There are two types of site civil engineer ,
Work activities vary depending on the type of employers and nature of the project but typically involve:
1.      First job is a supervisory one if he works with the consultant,
2.      In this case he needs to make sure that the document in hand is the correct designed and issued for construction ,
3.      Then he will supervise the construction contractor to make sure that work is being carried out as designed and in accordance to standards. 
4.      The second type , is the execution part where he works with the construction contractor,
5.      In this case he has more responsibilities,
6.      Where he has to adhere to the design document,
7.      Quality of work, the schedule, safety of the people,
8.      Costs and more over to satisfy the consultant at a personal level
9.      Work activities vary depending on the type of employers and nature of the project but typically involve:
  1. Acting as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, crafts people and operatives;
  2. Setting out, leveling and surveying the site;
  3. Checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations;
  4. Ensuring that all materials used and work performed are as per specifications;
  5. Overseeing the selection and requisition of materials and plant;
  6. Agreeing a price for materials, and making cost-effective solutions and proposals for the intended project;
  7. Managing, monitoring and interpreting the contract design documents supplied by the client or architect;
  8. Liaising with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project;
  9. Liaising with the local authority (where appropriate to the project) to ensure compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws;
  10. Liaising with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress;
  11. Day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of any subcontractors;
  12. Planning the work and efficiently organizing the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines;
  13. Overseeing quality control and health and safety matters on site;
  14. Preparing reports as required;
  15. Resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise.


Monday, 6 November 2017

Electrical Engineer job description in construction DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

Generally responsible for implementations and monitoring of all electrical related works at site.

1.  Estimates, prepares and assigns the resources such as manpower, materials, consumables, equipment, tools, etc., required for all electrical and related works prior to execution. 
2.  Plans and analyses all possible construction methodologies and recommends the best options to the Asst. Project Manager for approval prior to execution at site.
3.  Interprets construction drawings and studies the contract documents and applicable standards or specifications prior to execution of any jobs.

4.   Manages directly and provide engineering and technical supports to all the electrical work groups at site.

5.  Plans the execution of all electrical related works and coordinates the works to mechanical and civil groups.

6.  Coordinates with Client / Consultant’s representatives for any site instructions and inspection of works.

7.  Assign targets for accomplishments and ensure targets are met on daily basis for all electrical groups at site.

8.  Submits site daily reports, inspection requests, estimates and all applicable monitoring reports on regular basis or as required.
9.  Supports the Asst. Project Manager in accomplishing all the goals and targets for the electrical groups at site. 
10.  Ensures that all the works done are in accordance with the approved construction drawings, contract documents, project specifications, and all applicable standards whether local, national or international standards.
11.  Ensures that all site works are done according to all applicable quality standards.

12.  Directly responsible for the safety of all electrical groups’ personnel of the project by ensuring that the project execution will be done according to all applicable health, safety, sanitary and environmental standards. 

13.  Evaluates electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of electricity and materials.

14.  Confirms system's and components' capabilities by designing testing methods; testing properties.

15.  Develops electrical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
16.  Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components; soliciting observations from operators.
17.  Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.
18.  Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
19.  Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
20.  Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
21.  Keeps equipment operational by following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting repair service.

22.  Maintains product data base by writing computer programs; entering data.

23.  Completes projects by training and guiding technicians.
24.  Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
25.  Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
26.  Performs other related duties as may be required by the Asst. Project Manager.

Thursday, 2 November 2017

What are the key responsibilities of hvac site engineer?



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  1. Get approved HVAC Shop Drawings, MEP- Coordination Drawings, Work method statement and Project Specification from Project Engineer.
  2. Ensure the HVAC Ducts, Fittings, accessories and Child water pipes, fittings, accessories  are available and approved by Inspection department  prior to installation
  3. Ensure sufficient hand tools, power tools, ladder and scaffolding are available for installation
  4. Coordinate with other discipline and ensure  site clearance is available to start the HVAC Activities
  5. Arrange the sufficient manpower such as Supervisor, Foreman, Duct fitter, pipe fitter, Assistant duct and pipe fitter etc.., and ensure all of them attended safety orientation and having proper PPE’s prior start installation activities at site
  6. Provide approved HVAC Shop drawing, MEP Co-ordination Drawing to site supervisor (or) Foreman and inform them to shift the required ducting and piping approved material from warehouse to site and arrange required material to avoid progress delay.
  7. Prior to start HVAC activities notify to QC Personal for surveillance to ensure the quality work

  8. To maintain safe all construction  HVAC  and Chilled water piping activities are carried out in accordance with the Company’s safety policies and procedures; ensure that appropriate safety and protective equipment is used by Company & Contractor staff.

  9. Closely monitor site activities to ensure quality of work is in compliance with approved shop drawing and Specificationand get daily progress report from site supervisor (or) foreman and update to project Engineer (or) Manager

  10. Preparing relevant documents to conduct inspection for completed installation activities and raise RFI to QC-Inspector (To ensure that any activity offered for inspection has an attachment of IFC drawing, method statement (if required), Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) followed by check list)

  11. Carry out all planned site inspections as per the intervention points marked in the relevant drawing and standard

  12. Preparing the relevant documents to Conduct Testing inspection such as Duct light testing for Ducts and Hydro test for Above ground and Underground chilled water piping’s, systems.
  13. Active involvement in weekly meetings with the Project management & QC Supervisor and manager to resolve the site related issues.
  14. Assist the Commissioning Team in Pre-commissioning & Commissioning stages of all HVAC Equipment’s.
  15. Assist the Commissioning Team on Testing, Adjusting & Balancing (TAB) stages of the Air and Hydronic Piping’s.
  16. Assist the Project Engineer during Preparation of final Test Reports, as built drawings, Operation & Maintenance manual and handing over the project to client