Course Summary
A Building Services Engineering Installer makes buildings work. It is a specialist branch of engineering within the construction sector. Candidates will gain the knowledge and skills to install components of large-scale industrial and commercial systems such as heating, chilled water, hot water and cold water which are used for heating workplaces such as those found in industrial and commercial buildings like office blocks, factories, schools and hospitals.
The aim of the course is to produce a qualified and confident installer who can -
• plan allocated work tasks to install system components;
• undertake allocated work tasks in testing system components;
• assist in pre-commission testing;
• undertake allocated work tasks in de-commissioning
The candidate will be able to demonstrate competence in the health and safety, communication, quality control and environmental requirements appropriate to their scope of work.
The candidate will be prepared to work within new build construction sites and existing buildings under close, but not constant, supervision in the most efficient and economical manner. They must adhere to safe working practices without endangering themselves or others.
Course Content
The course is split into three distinct areas – knowledge, skills and behaviours. These three areas are the fundamental underpinning of the course to produce a fully qualified tradesperson.
The knowledge section of the course will include such areas as – safe working, working sustainably, planning and preparation and installing components.
The skills section of the course will also include the same areas as the knowledge section but this will be the manual practical application of the knowledge they have obtained.
The behaviours section of the course will include – effective communication, working effectively and efficiently, taking responsibility, managing tasks, working with others, continuing professional development and working ethically.
More information can be found at –
www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/building-services-engineering-installer-v1-0
Course Assessment
The End Point Assessment will consist of two elements:
Knowledge Test
Practical Skills Test
The Assessments are graded Fail, Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Employer Benefits
A fully qualified and well-rounded, versatile and highly skilled member of staff that will contribute to the organisation needs and progression of the business.
Materials
PPE will be required-
Steel toe cap boots
Gloves
Ear protection
Hi-viz vest/jacket
Eye protection
There will be a requirement to have equipment necessary for the classrom based activities such as: Scientific calculator, pencils, Black ink pens, ruler, maths set, rubber, coloured highlighters, A4 project book, A4 leaver arch folder.
Qualifications
Upon completion of this course the candidate will achieve a level 2 industry recognised qualification.
Progression
After successful completion of this course you could progress to a career within the Building Services Engineering industry or progress to a higher level qualification.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements are GCSE English and Maths Grade 3
