Thermodynamics and HVAC Online Training Program | February 2027

Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 02/10/2027 at 10:00 AM (EST)

  • Register
    • Early bird pricing available!
    • Non-member - $825
    • Member - $775
    • Regular Price after 02/01/2027 12:00 AM
    • Non-member - $925
    • Member - $875

Thermodynamics and HVAC Online Training Program

Association of Energy Engineers
Association of Energy Engineers
Course Information

February 10 - 11, 2027

Format: Online
Duration: 2 Days • Presented in short sessions
Credits: 0.8 CEU • Certificate available
Online Training Experience
Attendees can participate in this online program from anywhere you have access to a high-speed internet connection.

Registration Pricing

Register early to receive the standard training rate. Late registration pricing applies during the final registration period.

Early Registration
Ends 12:00 AM EST, 7 business days prior to the training start date
Non-Member: $825.00
AEE Member: $775.00
Late Registration
Begins 12:00 AM EST, 7 business days prior to the training start date
Non-Member: $925.00
AEE Member: $875.00
Registration Deadline

Registration closes 2 business days before the training start date, or when the course reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.

Course Description

The principles of thermodynamics are used in many areas of energy engineering to analyze energy usage and identify possible efficiency improvements. This online program covers the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics and their practical application across industrial, commercial, and residential systems, with a focus on HVAC.

Who Should Attend

This program caters to energy professionals, engineers, technicians, facilities managers, architects, and other professionals who are not intimately familiar with thermodynamics and HVAC principles and practices.

What You Will Learn

Thermodynamics and HVAC Online Training Program
Association of Energy Engineers
Heat Energy & Work
Understand the concept of heat energy and its correspondence with work and other forms of energy in the thermodynamics realm.
Specific Heat
Understand the concept of specific heat and its role in calculation of heat associated with change of temperature in thermodynamic systems.
Energy Conversion Case Study
Understand conversion of energy from fuel form to heat, from heat to steam, from steam to work, and work to electricity – illustrated through a comprehensive, multistage, case study.
Enthalpy, Entropy & Power
Learn about the concepts of enthalpy, entropy, internal energy, work, and power.
Sensible & Latent Heat
Understand the difference between sensible and latent heats, and their role in the change of phases of substances.
Steam Tables
Gain understanding about the role of saturated and superheated steam tables in thermodynamics system analysis and determination of the phase of water.
Thermodynamic Processes
Understand the practical significance and the difference between various thermodynamic processes, i.e. isobaric, isenthalpic, isentropic, adiabatic, isochoric, isometric, isothermal, etc.
Mollier Diagram & Psychrometric Chart
Learn about Mollier's diagram, the psychrometric chart and their applications in design and optimal operation of HVAC systems.
Refrigeration Cycle
Understand the refrigeration cycle and get insight into refrigeration process through review of pressure-enthalpy performance of DuPont® 134a refrigerant.
Automated HVAC Control
Get an appreciation of energy conservation and process optimization value offered by direct digital, or automated, control of HVAC systems. Learn about the typical architecture of automated HVAC systems.
Bobby Rauf

Bobby Rauf

Instructor

Bobby Rauf is the President, Chief Consultant and a Senior Instructor at Sem-Train, LLC. Bobby has over 25 years of experience in teaching undergraduate and post-graduate Engineering, Math, Business Administration and MBA courses, seminars and workshops. Professor Rauf is registered (PE) Professional Engineer, in the State of North Carolina and is a Certified Energy Manager. Mr. Rauf was inducted as “Legend in Energy” by AEE, in 2014. He is a published author of multiple engineering and energy books and professional development courses. He holds a patent in process controls technology. Professor Rauf is certified to instruct various engineering, ergonomics, and industrial safety courses. He has conducted certification training and trained engineers for Professional Engineering licensure exams in the United States, The United Kingdom, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Netherlands and Ukraine, over the past ten years. Mr. Rauf develops and instructs PDH (Professional Development Hour) and, continuing education, engineering skill building courses. He conducts these courses in form of webinars, live on-site presentations, workshops, pre-recorded audio and self-study texts. Some his major clients include Amazon, Texas A&M University, N.C. State University, NYC MTA, Duke Energy, Saudi Aramco – KSA, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, McNeese University, Lamar University, Clemson University, Association of Energy Engineers, EPIC College - Canada; US Bureau of Reclamation, BHP Billiton, PDH Engineers, CED, and PDH Source. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Gardner-Webb University. Professor Rauf has also developed and published several self-study books that cater to the continuous professional development needs of Engineers, Technicians and Technical Managers.

Mr. Rauf’s last full-time engineering employment, in the corporate world, was at PPG Industries, Inc. where he served as a Senior Staff Engineer. During his long career at PPG, his responsibilities included development and management of energy and ergonomics programs for multiple manufacturing plants, in the US and overseas. He also provided consultation and training services in, energy, electrical engineering, industrial safety, ergonomics and arc flash arena. His extensive engineering experience includes, power design, control system design, project management, process management, energy and utilities management, energy audits/assessments, plant maintenance, robotics, manufacturing automation, HVAC audits, and design of ergonomic equipment.

Important Registration

Thermodynamics and HVAC Online Training Program
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How to Register

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What to Expect After Registering

  1. You will receive a registration confirmation email.
  2. About a week before the course, you will receive a final confirmation with additional details regarding the training.
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Training Program Attendee Cancellation & Transfer Policy

The following terms and conditions apply to attendees at the Association of Energy Engineers, Inc. (AEE) Training Programs. All requests for transfers, substitutions, or cancellations must be made in writing. Attendees agree to these terms and conditions by registering for a program.

Transfer Policy

If you are unable to attend the live seminar for which you have registered, registration fees can be transferred to another public seminar offering or substituted with another individual in your place within one year of the original seminar date. No difference in registration fees paid shall be refunded, and the attendee is responsible for any difference for transfers to a higher cost seminar.

Virtual Programs: Requests to transfer to a differently named program submitted 14 days or less before the program date may be subject to the full cost of the workbook if already ordered.

Cancellations

For registrations cancelled 21 days or more prior to the program date, the full registration fee less a $200 service charge will be refunded. Registrations cancelled 14 days or less may be subject to the full cost of the workbook if already ordered. For registrations cancelled 20 days or less, the full registration fee shall be assessed and no refund will be made. No-shows will result in forfeiture of the registration fee, and no refund will be made.

Changes Outside of AEE's Control

In the event a training program is not held as a result of any cause not reasonably within AEE's control (including, but not limited to, instructor illness, acts of terrorism, acts of God, war, civil disturbances, declaration of national emergency, accidents or labor disputes, fire, flood, storms, etc.), attendees shall be notified as soon as possible and AEE's liability will be limited to the reimbursement of the training program registration fee.

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Day 1
02/10/2027 at 10:00 AM (EST)  |  240 minutes
02/10/2027 at 10:00 AM (EST)  |  240 minutes 10:00 am - 2:00 pm EST
Day 2
02/11/2027 at 10:00 AM (EST)  |  240 minutes
02/11/2027 at 10:00 AM (EST)  |  240 minutes 10:00 am - 2:00 pm EST
Course Evaluation (1-min) - Please complete this evaluation to receive your Certificate of Completion.
Select the "Take Course Evaluation" button to begin.  |  1 minute
Select the "Take Course Evaluation" button to begin.  |  1 minute
Certificate of Completion
0.8 CEU credits  |  Certificate available
0.8 CEU credits  |  Certificate available

Transfer & Cancellation Policy

Public Training Program Participant Policy
Association of Energy Engineers

The following terms and conditions apply to participants who register for training programs with the Association of Energy Engineers, Inc. (AEE). By registering for a course, you agree to these terms and conditions.

All Requests

Contact the AEE Training Department

All requests for transfers, substitutions, or cancellations must be submitted via email to the Training Department at [email protected].

Transfer Policy

In-Person, Virtual & Online

  • Registration fees can be transferred to another public course offering.
  • Registration can be substituted with another person who is interested in taking the course; any cost increase differences plus associated transfer fees must be paid by the registrant — AEE will not refund fee transfer cost differentials.
  • Transfer options expire one year from the original registration order date.
  • Registrants who request a refund or transfer before the course start date must submit an email request to [email protected] 14 days before the course's start date.
  • Registrants who request a refund or transfer after the course start date must submit supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance, including first-day no-shows. All documentation will be evaluated and the decision will be communicated in writing. Registrants who fail to provide supporting documentation are ineligible for a refund or transfer.
  • There is a $200 transfer fee.
On-Demand
Registrants who enroll in on-demand courses are not eligible to transfer out of the on-demand course and into another.

Cancellation Policy

In-Person, Virtual & Online

  • Registrants who cancel 21 days or more before the start date are eligible for a refund minus a $200 cancellation fee.
  • Registrants who cancel 20 days or less before the start date, or who are no-shows, are ineligible for a refund.
On-Demand
Registrants who enroll in on-demand courses are ineligible to receive a refund or cancel their registration.

Changes Outside of AEE's Control

If there are changes to a training program that are outside of AEE's control, including but not limited to instructor illness, acts of terrorism, acts of God, war, civil disturbances, declaration of national emergency, accidents or labor disputes, fire, flood, storms, etc., participants will be notified as soon as possible, and AEE's liability will be limited to the reimbursement of the training program registration fee.

Updated January 6, 2025