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Heat Pump Courses from Able Skills
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Able Skills has recently opened a dedicated Renewables training centre and we are currently going through BPEC approval processes.
Heat Pumps
Able Skills is committed to providing training and assessment to allow installers to contribute in providing the Nation with clearer skies and less pollution. We believe that Renewable Energy is the way forward and as a BPEC approved Renewable Energy Training Centre, you can be assured that all facilities and staff in place are to the highest of standards and that the courses provided meet with the requirements of technical qualifications.
The core elements of the course provide participants with an understanding of the technical principles of heat pumps and the design and installation of air and ground source heat pump systems. The emphasis is on space heating and reversible systems. It also includes associated issues such as customer sales and service, project costing and the environmental arguments for heat pumps.
- Environmental relevance of heat pumps
- Main types of GSHP/ASHP systems
- Site location
- Design of GSHP/ASHP systems
- Heat loss calculations for heat pumps
- Installation methods
- Commissioning systems
- Servicing requirements for GSHP/ASHP systems
This 2 day training course is ideal for potential installers of packaged heat pumps for the domestic sector however, this course is not for candidates without experience within the plumbing, heating or air conditioning industry. This course is for candidates who have a number of years’ experience in plumbing or conventional heating engineering, hold a formal qualification at NVQ Level 3 in plumbing or heating engineering or are currently undertaking a course in plumbing or heating engineering, which will lead to a formal qualification. If you do not currently satisfy the entry requirements for this BPEC accredited course, Able Skills can provide you with the required training to get you to this stage.
This course is suitable for existing Plumbers, Heating Engineers and Air Conditioning Operatives however, if you do not have existing qualifications in these subjects, Able Skills is in a position to help – see Plumbing details below.
This Renewable Energy course consists of 2 days of theory and practical training and installers who successfully complete the course and pass the examination and practical assessment will be issued with a certificate by BPEC. An installer who has passed the examination and can demonstrate the required level of practical experience may apply to become an EU Certified Heat Pump Installer as part of the Eucert scheme operated by the EHPA. The course certificate will also be used as evidence of training for accreditation of installers within the UK MCS scheme.
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Every candidate will receive a comprehensive printed manual containing the course material and review questions, practice examination questions will also be provided.
This course does not include training in refrigerant handling, plumbing and electrical work that may be required during heat pump installation.
F-Gas (Safe handling of refrigerants)
Able Skills is able to provide F-gas training and assessment which is also suitable for operatives undertaking other refrigeration training and assessment categories. In addition, we will provide Brazing training as well as essential electrics such as Central Heating wiring, fault finding and Central Heating controls wiring
Plumbing
Able Skills provides training and assessment for City & Guilds 6129 levels 2 and 3 and City & Guilds 6089 level 2 (NVQ)
Electrical
Part P will be required when undertaking installation of heat pumps. Able Skills can provide you with a 10 day comprehensive course which will cover Domestic Installation as well as the EAL VRQ at Level 2 which will enable you to register onto a Part P scheme for the purposes of self certification.
Course Fees: £395.00 inc vat and certification
Course Duration: 2 Days
Able Skills has their own accommodation available at £20 per night for those of you who are travelling longer distances to train with us.
To Book please freephone our booking line on 0808 100 3245
For more information on our Plumbing courses please Contact us.
Courses are held Monday to Friday. All Course Times are: 08.30am-16.30pm
