This training program provides you with a practical and structured understanding of the requirements of Saudi Building Code SBC 305 related to mechanical works, thereby helping you read the provisions and apply them correctly in engineering projects. This code serves as the mechanical code concerned with the requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical systems such as ventilation, air conditioning, exhaust, and other equipment. Through this course, you will learn how to deal with the main chapters of the code and connect theoretical requirements with practical applications in different buildings. You will also become acquainted with the requirements for mechanical systems, equipment rooms, air ducts, exhaust systems, chimneys, and piping, in addition to inspection and acceptance procedures. This course is suitable for you if you wish to develop your understanding of the Saudi mechanical code and use it in design, execution, or technical review. Through the progressively structured modules, you will become more capable of interpreting technical texts and relating them to the reality of engineering practice with greater confidence and accuracy.
Target Audience
This course is intended for specific groups seeking to understand Saudi Building Code SBC 305 and apply its requirements in mechanical works.
- Mechanical engineers working in design and execution.
- HVAC and exhaust engineers.
- Professionals working in contracting companies and consulting offices.
- Inspectors and reviewers of code-related works and technical requirements.
- Male and female mechanical engineering students wishing to strengthen their practical understanding of the code.
Course Modules
In this course, you will study the training modules distributed across the days in a gradual and organized manner.
Day One: Fundamentals and General Requirements
General Introduction to the Saudi Building Code and the Integration of the Mechanical Code with Other Codes
You will become acquainted with the position of the mechanical code within the Saudi Building Code framework and how it integrates with structural, architectural, and fire codes to ensure building safety and operational efficiency.
Scope of Application and Administration
You will learn the cases to which the code applies and the most important exceptions contained therein, together with an understanding of the engineering terms and definitions that constitute the proper foundation for reading and interpreting its requirements.
General Requirements for Mechanical Works
You will practice understanding the general requirements related to protecting the structural frame during installation, providing access to equipment for maintenance purposes, and the requirements for condensate drainage in air-conditioning systems.
Reading the Tables and Appendices Attached to the Code
You will become acquainted with the method of reading the technical tables and regulatory appendices within the code and how to use them in interpreting requirements and applying them to various practical cases.
Day Two: Ventilation and Exhaust Systems
Requirements for Natural and Mechanical Ventilation
You will learn the difference between the requirements for natural ventilation and mechanical ventilation and how to determine the appropriate system according to the occupancy type and the nature of spaces within the building.
Calculation of Outdoor Airflow Rates
You will practice reading the outdoor air requirements for different buildings and understanding the basis on which the code determines the ventilation rates required for each occupancy type.
Design of Exhaust Systems for Kitchens, Parking Areas, and Hazardous Materials
You will become acquainted with the requirements for exhaust systems in commercial kitchens, enclosed parking garages, and spaces that handle hazardous materials, with emphasis on discharge distances and protective requirements.
Case Study on the Application of Ventilation and Exhaust Requirements
You will apply what you have learned to a practical example of a commercial building that includes a restaurant and basement parking, thereby helping you connect theoretical requirements with the actual design of systems.
Day Three: Air Ducts and Combustion Air
Air Duct Systems and Approved Materials
You will learn the requirements for the design and installation of air ducts, the permitted materials, and the insulation requirements that ensure operational efficiency and system safety.
Fire and Smoke Dampers in Air Ducts
You will become acquainted with the role of fire and smoke dampers in maintaining fire compartments and preventing the spread of flame or smoke, together with an understanding of their installation locations and the cases that require their use.
Calculation of Combustion Air for Internally Fired Equipment
You will practice understanding the requirements for providing the air necessary for the operation of combustion equipment and how to calculate its sources and volume in a manner that ensures safe operation and prevents problems resulting from inadequate ventilation.
Chimneys and Vent Openings for Combustion Equipment
You will learn the fundamentals of designing chimneys and vent openings for combustion equipment in a manner that helps prevent the backdraft of harmful gases and directs them safely to the outside.
Day Four: Mechanical Equipment, Boilers, and Refrigeration Systems
Specified Mechanical Equipment and Its Special Requirements
You will become acquainted with the requirements related to certain mechanical equipment such as heaters, furnaces, and similar equipment, together with an understanding of the controls governing their installation and operation.
Boilers and Water Heaters
You will learn the requirements for the installation of boilers and hot water systems, with emphasis on safety requirements related to pressure, temperature, and safety valves.
Classification of Refrigerants and Their Properties
You will practice understanding the classification of refrigerants in terms of toxicity and flammability and how this affects system selection and the determination of the appropriate requirements.
Machinery Rooms and Chillers
You will become acquainted with the strict requirements related to machinery rooms and chiller systems, including safety, ventilation, and the internal organization of equipment.
Day Five: Piping, Solar Energy, and Inspection
Piping Systems for Mechanical Works
You will learn the requirements for water piping associated with central air-conditioning systems, in addition to fuel oil piping, tank requirements, and the interconnection among different systems.
Solar Thermal Systems
You will become acquainted with the requirements for integrating solar water-heating systems with conventional systems in a manner that achieves energy utilization and improves operating efficiency.
Testing and Inspection Procedures
You will practice understanding the principles of inspection and acceptance for mechanical works and the use of checklists to verify that the works comply with code requirements and specifications.
Pressure and Leakage Tests for Air Ducts and Piping
You will learn the basic procedures for pressure and leakage testing and their importance in verifying the integrity of systems before operation and final acceptance.
Educational Objectives of the Course
This course aims to enable you to understand Saudi Building Code SBC 305 and apply its requirements to various mechanical systems in a practical and organized manner.
- To understand the general framework of Saudi Building Code SBC 305 and its relationship with the other codes.
- To correctly interpret the requirements for ventilation, exhaust, air ducts, and combustion air.
- To apply the requirements for mechanical equipment, boilers, and refrigeration systems in accordance with the code.
- To deal efficiently with the requirements for piping, solar energy, and mechanical testing.
- To read technical tables and appendices and relate them to practical cases in projects.
- To develop your ability to review, design, or supervise mechanical works in accordance with the code requirements.
Impact of Completing the Course
The impact of this course helps you develop your technical understanding of Saudi Building Code SBC 305 and is also reflected at the organizational level through improved quality of design and execution, as well as compliance with safety requirements and approval procedures.
For the Trainee
This course provides you with clear practical knowledge of the requirements of the mechanical code and enhances your ability to interpret technical texts and relate them to design, execution, and inspection within projects. It also helps you develop your skills in reviewing mechanical systems and making more accurate decisions in engineering practice.
For the Organization
Qualifying personnel in the requirements of Saudi Building Code SBC 305 contributes to reducing technical errors, improving the quality of the design and installation of mechanical systems, and raising the level of compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. It also supports the organization in expediting reviews and approvals and in strengthening the reliability of its technical outputs before the competent authorities and clients.
This course represents an important opportunity for everyone working in the field of mechanical systems and seeking to understand Saudi Building Code SBC 305 in a practical and organized manner. Through the progressively structured modules, you will be able to comprehend the fundamental and detailed requirements of the code and relate them to design, execution, and inspection. Enrolling in this course will provide you with a strong foundation that will help you perform your engineering work with greater confidence and a higher level of professionalism.
