Level 3 Certification in Unvented Training and Assessment

The hot water systems and safety course is aimed at experienced plumbing and heating operatives who require a qualification in the installation, servicing and maintenance of domestic hot water systems. HWSS has been developed to ensure operatives are aware of how to comply with Approved Document G (ADG) 2016 when carrying out work on hot water systems. Training includes requirements for the installation of G3 Unvented Hot Water Systems and covers

P10710

Newtownards, Other

Part-Time

Further Education

Plumbing

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in SERC Professional Skills Centre, Newtownards.

Why Study This Course

The programme will provide an extensive insight into Unvented Hot Water Cylinders and will prepare candidates for end of programme examinations leading to recommendation to Blueflame for certification.

Upon completion of the course the candidate will be able to:

Recognise the various forms of hot water supplies
State the functional requirements of Unvented Domestic Hot Water systems
Design an Unvented system to comply with Part G of the Building Regulations
Carry out commissioning of an Unvented System State and rectify common causes of faults in an Unvented System

It is essential that HWSS candidates will be experienced in the installation of domestic cold and hot water systems. It is also essential that they hold a recognised competency in a conventional fuel i.e., gas, oil or solid fuel; or for those in the plumbing field an NVQ level 2 or equivalent plumbing qualification or experience.

Assessment is carried out using a variety of methods; including multiple choice, short written response and scenario questions and observed practical tasks.

If you are about to embark on a programme of installing or servicing Unvented Hot Water Cylinders.

Unvented installations, standards and regulations
Understanding various forms of unvented systems
Water by-laws and other statutory requirements

The ability to move forward and into the area of Unvented Hot Water Cylinder Installations.

Progression pathways are available to all learners within this field of work and there are other related plumbing qualifications to pursue such as Legionella, Water Regulations, OFTEC, Low temperature Heating Design.

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in SERC Professional Skills Centre, Newtownards.

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Funding may be available for this course, please contact us on BusinessServices@serc.ac.uk to discuss if you are eligible. Additional sessions may be available for this course throughout the year. Please contact us to discuss a start date that would be suitable for you.

Title	Campus	Spaces	Fee	Apply or get more information
Level 3 Certification in Unvented Training and Assessment Y10710ND1A-24/25-PT	Newtownards	20+	£162.00	More Info
Level 3 Certification in Unvented Training and Assessment Y10710SD1A-24/25-PT	SERC Professional Skills Centre	20+	£162.00	More Info
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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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