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Compressed Air System
Design
Edward Brunet, Jr., P.E.
Overview
This course covers the basic
components of a compressed air system and provides guidance on achieving an
economical, durable, efficient, and dependable system design. The basis
for the course material is Technical Manual TM 5-810-4/AFM 88-8, Chapter 3
"Compressed Air" published by the Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force.
This course is relevant to
engineers responsible for designing, purchasing, upgrading or maintaining
compressed air systems, as well as engineers interested in learning more about
compressed air systems. This is an introductory course for engineers with
little or no knowledge of compressed air systems and experienced engineers
seeking a refresher course on the basics.
The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of
twelve questions at the end of
this course to obtain PDH credits.
Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained
This course teaches the following specific knowledge and
skills:
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Design and location of air
intake piping.
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Types of air compressors.
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Design of air discharge
piping and the aftercooler and separator
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Air dryer selection,
including dew point capabilities and operational/maintenance considerations
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Design of air receivers
and the air distribution system.
Course
Click on the URL below to access Technical
Manual TM 5-810-4/AFM 88-8, Chapter 3 "Compressed Air" published by the Joint
Departments of the Army and Air Force.
Compressed Air (1.5 MB)
To obtain PDH credits for this course, you will need to take a quiz for
credit. Click on the link below.
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