This course presents detailed, comprehensive information on selecting and using filtration and air-cleaning systems in an efficient and cost-effective method. Filtration systems can play a major role in protecting both buildings and their occupants. This course material is aimed at protecting workplaces from threats, as well as building air protection issues associated with an airborne chemical, biological, or radiological (CBR) attack. This course content provides the guidance for the protecting the buildings, including physical security, heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system operation, maintenance & training, and filtration. The material is based on Filtration and Air-Cleaning Systems to Protect Building Environment.

At the conclusion of this course, the learner will have better understanding of HVAC operation and maintenance, as well as an understanding of the following topics:

• Principles of filtration and air-cleaning
• Primary filter collection mechanisms
• Scanning electron microscope image of activated carbon pores
• Relationship among total cost, filter life, and power requirements
• Analysis the performance differences between filter types