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Course Structure
- Duration: 4 days
- Format: Classroom and Workshop learning
- Assessment: Includes multiple-choice exams, practical scenario-based questions, and hands-on practical assessments.
4 Days
Course Overview
This course is designed to provide comprehensive training on the installation, maintenance, and repair of air source heat pumps. It equips learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work with this green technology. The course also prepares participants to meet the MCS competency requirements for the heat pump scheme.
What does this course cover?
- Heat pump regulations and guidance
- Principles of air source heat pump operation
- Heat pump collector types
- Heat distribution
- Pre-installation requirements
- Installation materials and methods
- Filling, flushing and testing
- Commissioning
- Servicing and fault finding
Entry Requirements
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Experienced plumbing and heating engineers.
- Professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of heat pumps and join the MCS Installer Scheme.
Pre Requisites
Prerequisite Qualifications
To enrol, participants must have:
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- N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing, Heating, or equivalent qualifications.
- Alternatively, at least two years of experience in installing wet central heating systems, evidenced by certifications like Gas Safe Register, OFTEC, MCS, or HETAS.
- Additional certifications in Unvented Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems (UVHW) and Water Regulations (WR).
How will this course be assessed?
Assessment for Qualification
The course assessment includes:
- Multiple-choice exams to test theoretical knowledge.
- Practical scenario-based questions to evaluate problem-solving skills.
- Hands-on practical assessments to demonstrate competency in installation and maintenance tasks.
This course is a great opportunity for professionals to upskill and align with the growing demand for low-carbon heating solutions.
Progression Routes
After completing this course, participants can progress to:
- MCS Certification: Apply for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) to become a certified installer of heat pump systems.
- Advanced Renewable Energy Courses: Explore further training in renewable technologies such as solar PV systems, ground source heat pumps, or energy storage systems.
- Specialist Certifications: Gain additional qualifications in areas like system design, advanced fault diagnosis, or commercial heat pump systems.
- Career Advancement: Use the qualification to expand your business offerings, take on larger projects, or move into consultancy roles within the renewable energy sector
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