Assessment of this unit will be through the completion of a mandatory knowledge assessment (multi-choice questions)
This course is offered throughout the year. but you will attend for 3 hours a week for 7 weeks
Understanding Domestic Retrofit – Level 2
Retro fitting is the addition of new technology around upgrading building’s to make them more energy efficient, developing a building’s thermal capacity to resist the passage of heat and combat the use of fossil fuels to heat it. A course suitable for those who currently work in the construction industry or if you are looking to develop your skills and knowledge around retrofitting, on successful completion you will gain a recognised qualification.
In this theory-based course you will develop your knowledge into enable you to understand the basic principles of domestic retrofit. You will be able to interpret retrofit information specific to the work activities and resources, whilst identifying the materials required in domestic retrofit. You will understand the basic principles for domestic retrofit installations and know how to carry out basic domestic retrofit installations.
You will study different units to develop:
Assessment of this unit will be through the completion of a mandatory knowledge assessment (multi-choice questions)
You will need to bring basic stationery items for the theory sessions. All other equipment is provided.
Construction Centre
Honeywell Lane
Barnsley
S75 1BP
You could progress on to higher study, including HN Flex modules. You may also want to explore other part-time courses for adults.
This course costs £195. Funding may be available.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
This course may have additional funding available as follows:
For learners living in applicable South Yorkshire or West Yorkshire areas:
If you live outside of the applicable South Yorkshire or West Yorkshire areas:
*Benefits include Job Seekers Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance or Universal Credit. If you are unemployed, actively seeking employment and receive Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit, Income Support or WFTC then you may also receive funding for this course. You will need to provide evidence of your eligibility which will be checked at enrolment.
This course is funded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and/or West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). You must be living in the South or West Yorkshire regions to qualify for funding.
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