Heat Transfer and Insulation Materials
The physics of heat flow and the materials insulators use to control it.
INS-120 12 lessons planned ▶ Video lessons coming soon
Offered by HSM University · Heat and Frost Insulation
Course content
- 1Why we insulate: energy, process control and safetyComing
- 2Heat, temperature and unitsComing
- 3Conduction, convection and radiationComing
- 4Thermal conductivity and R-valuesComing
- 5Fibrous insulations: mineral wool and fiberglassComing
- 6Cellular insulations: foam glass, elastomeric and plasticsComing
- 7Granular insulations: calcium silicate and perliteComing
- 8High-temperature and refractory productsComing
- 9Jacketing, coatings and masticsComing
- 10Adhesives, sealants and fastenersComing
- 11Choosing materials for the service temperatureComing
- 12Case study: selecting insulation for a steam lineComing
Requirements
Recommended background. You can start any course at any time.
Description
The physics of heat flow and the materials insulators use to control it.