- Framework:
- Heating and Ventilating Systems
- Level:
- 2/3
Heating and ventilation engineers install and service heating and air conditioning in large buildings like factories, schools and hospitals.
As an engineer you will need to be able to:
- work at height and confined spaces
- work alone or with little supervision
- build relationships and communicate effectively with a range of people
- read building and engineering drawings
- understand heating control wiring and circuit diagrams/ Good colour vision to recognise colour coded wires and components
- choose materials and equipment
- inspect and test installations
- diagnose and fix faults
- write reports
- Willingness to learn to drive if you don't already have a driving licence as much of the work will require you to drive to customers premises.
A career in the Heating and Ventilating Industry will not only reward your potential, but also offer opportunities to enhance your technical capability.
Pathway options and levels
Heating and Ventilating (H&V) Systems - Level 2
Pathway 2: Supports the role of Heating and Ventilating Installer
Pathway 3: Supports the role of H&V Service and Maintenance Operative
Heating and Ventilating (H&V) Systems - Level 3
Pathway 2: Supports the roles of Heating and Ventilating Welder and Heating and Ventilating Engineer
Pathway 3: Supports the role ofHeating and Ventilating Service and Maintenance Engineer
Further information
Duration
Level 2: 24 months
Level 3: 24 Months
Progression routes
Level 2
Routes include:
- Registering on an appropriate Certification Scheme
- Learning and assessment programmes that lead to relevant Level 3 qualifications and/or Apprenticeship (Level 3)
- Further training into job roles such as Technician, Designer Estimator, Project Manager, Site/Workshop Supervisor/Manager, Chartered Engineer, Sales Engineer or Commercial Manager.
Level 3
Routes include:
- registering on a relevant industry Certification Scheme
- relevant Level 4/5 qualifications e.g. Building Services Engineering Technology & Project Management or Foundation Degree in Engineering
- Level 6 Apprenticeships related to this field such as in Building Services Engineering Technology & Project Management
further training into such job roles as Technician, Designer Estimator, Project Manager, Site/Workshop Supervisor/Manager, Chartered Engineer, Sales Engineer or Commercial Manager.
Qualifications
Level 2: NVQ Diploma in chosen pathway
Level 3: NVQ Diploma in chosen pathway
What are the entry requirements for this pathway?
All apprenticeship pathways in Wales have entry requirements.
If you are interested in undertaking this pathway – you need to have the following entry level qualification(s);
Level 2
Although there are generally no nationally laid-down minimum entry or previous experience requirements, the following example of formal qualifications can be used as an indication of potential to progress into the apprenticeship:
Level 2:
- Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Diploma
- Completion of a 'Pathway to Apprenticeship' in Plumbing
- GCSE grade A-D in each of the following:- a communication subject, maths and either a science or technical-based subject
- Level 1 GNVQs in relevant vocational/technical subjects
- Level 1 'Access to Building Services Engineering' qualification.
Level 3
Although there are generally no nationally laid-down minimum entry or previous experience requirements, the following examples of formal qualifications can be used as an indication of potential to progress into the apprenticeship:
Level 3:
- Welsh Baccalaureate Intermediate Diploma
- Completion of a 'Pathway to Apprenticeship' in Plumbing
- GCSE grade A-C in each of the following:- a communication subject, maths and either a science or technical-based subject
- Level 2 GNVQs in relevant vocational/technical subjects
- Level 2 'Access to Building Services Engineering' qualification.
The Heating and Ventilating Industry would normally expect entry into Level 3 to be for those who have already completed a Foundation (Level 2) Apprenticeship in Installing Industrial and Commercial H&V Pipework Systems, or for individuals with comparable experience and knowledge.
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