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Level 3 Low Carbon Heating Technician
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Course overview
The broad purpose of the occupation is to plan, select and size, install, commission, service and maintain (including fault finding, diagnosis and repair) zero carbon central heating and hot water systems in buildings including dwellings and industrial and commercial premises. Zero carbon heat sources may include but are not limited to Ground and Air Source Heat Pumps and Solar Thermal Collectors.
The occupation includes work on both new build and existing properties and typically involves the installation, service, fault finding and repair of zero carbon heating and hot water appliances, storage vessels, pipework, heat emitters and associated components and their mechanical and electrical control systems.
Learners must be employed and engaged in the installation and maintenance of low carbon heating and hot water systems.
Entry requirements
GCSE’s Maths, English and ICT grade 4 and above, to be in employment with suitable company installing heat pump systems.
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How will I be assessed?
- Practical assessment with questions – You will be observed by an independent assessor completing a set of tasks. It will last 28 hours. They will ask you at least 5 questions.
- Interview – You will have an interview with an independent assessor. It will last at least 75 minutes. They will ask you at least 8 questions. The questions will be about certain aspects of your occupation. You need to compile a portfolio of evidence before the end point assessment (EPA) gateway. You can use it to help answer the questions.
- Multiple choice test – You will complete a multiple-choice test. It will be closed book, meaning you will not have access to any books or reference materials. The test will have 40 multiple-choice questions. You will have 60 minutes to complete it. The end point assessment officer (EPAO) will confirm where and when each assessment method will take place.
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The construction industry is facing a national skills shortage, creating strong demand for qualified professionals across all trades.
This course is a great way to upskill in your current role, boost your career prospects, or take the first step into a new area of construction.