Construction
Solar Thermal
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Part time
Start date
Sep 2024
Cost
£500
(see funding options)
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Course overview
The Solar Hot Water Thermal Systems are now fully mapped against the National Occupational Standards. Such a course is a requirement of the Minimum Technical Competency (MTC) document for solar installers and the certificate is recognised by all bodies offering routes to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) as evidence of suitable training.
This 3-day course will enable you to select the most appropriate solar system for a building based on the client’s needs and to install and maintain any of the common systems in the UK safely and efficiently. The course and assessment are not regulated by OFQUAL. The certificate meets the requirements for MCS operators
What you will learn
- Introduction to solar heating
- Service and maintenance
- Solar collectors
- Hot water storage and key installation issues
- Preparing to install a solar water heating system
- Fitting solar collectors
- Plumbing layout and design of solar water heating systems
- Control and power requirements
- System commissioning and handover to the client
How the course is assessed
- You will be expected to complete a combination of practical and theory examinations.
Number of days per week
- 3 days
Entry requirements
- You should have a minimum SVQ level 2/3 qualification in plumbing or conventional heating engineering or demonstrable evidence of at least 3 years relevant experience, an Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems Certificate, Water Byelaws
English Proficiency Requirements
IELT 5.5Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Part time | 30/09/24 |
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