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Fundamentals

HVAC Strategies

What is a Heating and Cooling Load Calculation and Why Is It So Important?

Wednesday, April 9, 2025
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM  
Location: Empire B (Level 2)
CE: 1.5 CEU credits
CEU Type(s): BPI, BSI, EA, INTERNACHI, NARI, NATE, QCI, RESNET
In this Fundamentals session we will define what a load calculation on a building actually is. Explore what the heating and cooling loads on a building are and why a load calculation is unique to every building. We will discuss why it is important to perform a load calculation prior to specifying heating and cooling equipment. Most importantly come prepared to play a rousing game of “What’s My Load?”, America’s newest game show for anyone wanting to specify heating and cooling systems.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, attendees will:
  • Understand what a load calculation is.
  • Experience that rules of thumbs for sizing space conditioning systems are no substitute for an accurate load calculation.
  • Recognize the importance of performing a load calculation prior to specifying the heating and cooling equipment for a building.