• August
  • Full-Time
  • 1 year
  • Gas and Renewables
  • SCQF Level 6

GREEN SKILLS RENEWABLE TECHNOLOGIES

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Intro to the course:

Core units include: 

  • awareness of environmental technologies
  • water byelaws
  • legionela disinfection
  • unvented domestic hot water 
  • domestic solar hot water 
  • domestic air source heat pump
  • domestic ground source heat pump
  • electrical safe isolation

Qualification
SCQF Level 6

Study mode
Full-Time

Start date
28/08/2023

Who is the course for?

This course is for candidates with previous knowledge within the plumbing and gas industry

What will I study?

  • awareness of environmental technologies
  • water byelaws
  • legionela disinfection
  • unvented domestic hot water 
  • domestic solar hot water 
  • domestic air source heat pump
  • domestic ground source heat pump
  • electrical safe isolation

Next step course options

  • SVQ Level 7 Plumbing Apprenticeship
  • HNC Construction Management
  • HNC Quantity Surveying
  • HNC Building Surveying

How will I be assessed?

Awarding body final competence assessment in both theory and practical.

Why should I choose this course?

The Scottish Government have set a target to reach Net Zero Carbon by 2045 and with a  skills shortage within this area, this will allow successful candidates to present themself for sustainable employment.

Where can this course lead?

On successful completion, this will allow candidates to work in the micro-renewables industry in a safe and competent manner.

What are the entry requirements?

  • successful completion of City and Guilds Diploma Level 2 and portfolio of evidence 
  • successful performance at interview

What are the interview arrangements?

Proof of previous qualifications and experience.

Fees, finance and funding:

Fees and finances for short full time:

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds.

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Other information:

For more information on this course and to speak to a member of our team email admissions@slc.ac.uk

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Study mode Full-Time Start date 28/08/2023 Duration 1 year
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