Geothermal Hydronic Fundamentals and One-Pipe Ambient Temperature Loops
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025
9:00 am – 11:00 am CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Marc Miller
- One-pipe Ambient Temperature Loops Explained and Their Advantages Over Two Pipe Systems
- Designing Efficient One-pipe Thermal Energy Network Systems with Geothermal Integrations
- Advantages of Ambient Temperature Loops for HVAC Systems
- The Role of Modern Controls and Sensors in Optimizing Hydronic Systems
- Common Issues in One-pipe Loops That Limit Efficiency
- Hydronic System Solutions Software
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Speakers
Marc Miller
Mechanical Systems SME, Egg GeoMr. Miller has been a leader in the HVAC industry since 1995, bringing decades of expertise to complex mechanical systems projects. With a security clearance obtained in 1998, he has worked on missioncritical and unique MEP projects not typically found in traditional commercial MEP work. This clearance enabled Mr. Miller to perform construction and system integrations on a global scale, including projects in Egypt, India, the UK, Western Europe, the Caribbean, and across the United States. Holding an HVAC masters license in Maryland and Virginia, as well as a stationary engineer license, he is a member of ASHRAE and specializes in Mission Critical MEP, special projects, and classified projects. Areas of expertise encompass hydronics, ducting, controls, refrigeration, data centers, and a range of building types from multifamily and commercial to institutional and light commercial applications. Since 2016, Mr. Miller has been based in Scottsdale, Arizona, continuing to deliver innovative solutions for the HVAC and mechanical systems field while advancing sustainable and efficient technologies worldwide.
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Course Title: Geothermal Hydronic Fundamentals and One-Pipe Ambient Temperature Loops
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This two-hour course examines geothermal hydronic fundamentals with a focus on one-pipe ambient temperature loops and their advantages over two-pipe systems. The course examines the design and efficiency of one-pipe thermal energy networks, common issues that affect performance, and strategies for optimization. The course also explores the role of modern controls, sensors, and software in hydronic system management, as well as the integration of ambient temperature loops with HVAC systems.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to explain the processes of one-pipe ambient temperature loops and their advantages over two-pipe systems.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to analyze the design of efficient one-pipe thermal energy network systems with geothermal integrations and identify common issues in one-pipe systems that limit efficiency.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to explain the role of modern controls, sensors, and software in optimizing hydronic systems.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to discuss the advantages of integrating ambient temperature loops with HVAC systems.
LUs: 2.0
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 03/25/2028
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