Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Industrie en Omgeving
Rotating mechanical equipment34484/3470/2526/1/18
Study guide

Rotating mechanical equipment

34484/3470/2526/1/18
Academic year 2025-26
Is found in:
  • Associate Degree of HVAC systems, programme stage 1
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 3 credits
It is not possible to enrol in this course unit under
  • exam contract (to obtain a credit).
  • exam contract (to obtain a degree).
Special admission is required to enrol in this course unit under credit contract.
Co-ordinator: Van der Sypt Gert
Languages: Dutch
Scheduled for: Semester 2
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of tolerance: This course unit is eligible for tolerance according to the criteria as determined by the degree programme you are enrolled in.
Total study time: 78,00 hours

Learning outcomes (list)

2. Basic measurements & testing – Physical: I perform water-side and air-side measurements and tests to ensure the proper functioning of an HVAC system.
I justify the correct choice of pump, compressor, and/or fan in line with the application.
I explain the operating principle of rotating mechanical equipment.
I list the components of rotating mechanical equipment.
I determine the pressure distribution in a stationary fluid and the upward force that this fluid exerts on an object.
I size an installation (pipe losses and diameter, pump and fan characteristics) based on the type of application.
3. Read & interpret information: I read and interpret technical information and manuals in Dutch and English, including electrical, process, and instrumentation diagrams.
I look up data on different types of rotating mechanical equipment and discuss the meaning of the data.
6. Inform & advise: I inform, advise and propose improvements to colleagues, supervisors, and clients with the aim of using and ensuring the efficient operation of a system.
I list the application areas of rotating mechanical equipment.
I repair and diagnose faults in air conditioning systems.
I select a seal based on the application.

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Lectures and / or tutorials12,00 hours
Practicum14,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours52,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
1st examination periodKnowledge and comprehension test during the examination series80,00Digitale evaluatie
1st examination periodKnowledge and comprehension test permanently during class weeks (Permanent evaluation)20,00Opdrachten
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodKnowledge and comprehension test during the examination series100,00Digitale evaluatie