Key Facts
Level 3 Award in Installation and Maintenance of Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems
This regulated qualification is for learners who want to demonstrate their knowledge of the installation and maintenance of solar thermal hot water systems.
You may be looking to update and extend your skills, obtain a licence to practice, prepare for further learning or training and/or extend the range of work you can undertake. Alternatively, this course may form part of your continuous professional development
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Entry Requirements
This course is designed for experienced heating or plumbing professionals or those with at least 3 years related experience. Trainees should have a minimum NVQ Level 2/3 qualification in plumbing or conventional heating engineering, or a demonstrable number of years of relevant experience, plus hold Water Regulations/Byelaws/Unvented Hot Water G3 certificates and Part-L. -
Course Content
You will complete the following units whilst on the courseK/602/3138 Understand the Fundamental Principles and Requirements of Environmental Technology Systems F/602/3100 Know the requirements to install, commission and handover solar thermal hot water systems L/602/3102 Install, commission and handover �active' solar thermal hot water systems Y/602/3104 Know the requirements to inspect, service and maintain �active' solar thermal hot water systems 17 K/602/3107 Inspect, service and maintain �active' solar thermal hot water systems
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Progression Next Steps
This qualification acts as Continuing Professional Development for qualified plumbers and mechanical engineers who wish to broaden their skills. It provides in-depth knowledge of Solar Thermal Heating, and the competence to install and maintain in the home environment. -
Assessment Details
The L3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems requires the completion of both centre based knowledge and practical assessments* and is designed for individuals carrying out the installation, commissioning, de-commissioning, servicing and maintenance of small scale solar photovoltaic systems.*Workplace-based performance assessments are also available if learners are already actively involved in the installation and maintenance of Solar Thermal Hot Water systems.
