Understanding Hot Water in Domestic Buildings.

This qualification covers the basic understanding as to how hot water systems (for example showers, cylinders and boilers) work in domestic buildings. Failure to understand the risks associated with hot water and to recognise bad practice can expose occupants and others to injury and can damage the property. 

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the key components of a domestic hot water systems, their purpose and how they function including the different types and the purpose and importance of correct installation hot water systems.
  • Understand the hazards linked to hot water systems.
  • Understand the potential risks associated to domestic hot water systems and how these risks can be mitigated.
  • Understand basic faults of a domestic hot water system.
  • Understand the issues for occupants when hot water systems do not run efficiently.

Summary

Category:
Building Services

Duration:
20 hours

Qualification name:
Understanding Hot Water in Domestic Buildings

Qualification type:
Ofqual recognised Level 4 Award

Cost:
£495.00 + VAT

Details

Who the qualification is designed for

  • Those involved with repair and maintenance
  • Those involved in managing property and tenants
  • Those who need a better understanding of ‘bricks and mortar’ issues

How the qualification is delivered

  • Through our bespoke online learning platform
  • Complete flexibility as to where and when you undertake your learning
  • You can enrol on this course at any time and work through the content at your own pace
  • Includes a suite of additional and recommended learning resources (such as University of the West of England construction resources and BRE online library)

How the qualification is assessed

  • After you have completed the learning, there are structured questions to demonstrate the knowledge attained

How much the qualification costs

  • The cost of the award is £495+VAT. This includes all online training material, the assessment and the Level 4 Award