Level 3 Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems

 Course Reference

EEA-MKent-01

 Course Description

Level 3 Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems

What is the Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems course?

This level 3 course, developed in association with the Heat Pump Association and MCS, equips heating professionals with the knowledge to install and maintain air source heat pumps.

Learners gain hands-on skills and an understanding of heat pump technology, covering component functions, system design, emitter selection, and system handover.

The course also covers health and safety regulations and best practices for heat pump installations.

This Level 3 Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems course covers a wide range of topics, including:

Module 1 – Core unit in Heat Pump Technology
Module 2 – Air Source unit in Heat Pump Technology

On completion of this course a learner should be able to:

Identify what a heat pump is, the principle of the vapour compression system and system components
Identify the different operational characteristics of each type of heat pump unit and system arrangement
Identify the fundamental principles of hydraulic system design that are common for heat pumps
State the preparatory work required for the installation of an air source heat pump
Install heat pump units (non-refrigeration units)
Test and commission an air source heat pump system (non-refrigerant circuits)
Undertake the routine service and maintenance of an air source heat pump system.
Define fundamental principles of heat pump efficiency and design selection that are common for heat pumps, principles of domestic hot water cylinder selection and system design that are common for heat pumps.

Applicants should hold:

N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence; or
N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilating (Domestic Installation) or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence; or
N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilating (Industrial and Commercial Installation) or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence; 
or
N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Oil-Fired Technical Services or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence; 
or
N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence; 
or
Heating installers with experience installing wet central heating systems, evidenced either by Gas Safe (CENWAT), OFTEC (OFT10-105E or OFT15-108W), MCS (Heat Pump or Solar Thermal Hot Water) or HETAS (H004) registration.

The experience in these sectors will normally be 3 years, although where the initial assessment confirms the learner has the necessary skills, knowledge and experience which can be evidenced via RPL assessment this duration may be reduced.

In addition, if not included in the above current certification in relation to:
• WRAS Water Regulations/Water Byelaws or equivalent

Funding available
If you live or work within Tonbridge and Malling borough, or Sevenoaks district, funding is available for this course. Contact our team who can talk you through how to access funding.

Who is this course for?
Designed to enhance the skills of existing fossil fuel plumbing and heating engineers, this course provides the necessary training to update their existing skills for installing heat pump systems. Learners will gain practical knowledge and develop the skills required for employment within the Building Engineering Services (BES) Renewable sector and to become registered with the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS).
Course benefits

Benefits for the Individual:
Acquire foundational and advanced knowledge in heat pump technology
Learn practical skills in installation, maintenance and troubleshooting
Enhance your employability in the renewable energy sector
Gain practical skills for the installation and maintenance of air source heat pumps.

Benefits for the Employer:
Equip staff with the latest industry standards and technologies
Enhance your service offerings in sustainable energy solutions
Up-skill your workforce to install and maintain advanced heat pump systems
Compliance with industry standards and regulations for energy-efficient installations.

Accreditation / qualification(s) offered
Level 3 Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems from LCL Awards.

LCL assessment structure
Assessment is through practical performance activities and classroom-based exams.

What this course includes
This price includes course and exam registration, course materials and, if successful in passing the exam, an official Level 3 Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems certification by LCL Awards.

Level 3 Award in the Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems
EEA course code: EEA-MKent-01
Midkent College, Skill Factory, Oakwood Park, Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, Kent. ME16 8AQ

 Entry Requirements

See course description

 Learning Type

Classroom learning
Course is taught in a classroom

 Assessment Type

practical and theory

 Qualification & Awarding Body

LCL

 Additional Info

Some funding is available for this course

 Follow-on Progression

Progression within this industry

 Cost of Course

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