Bpec Woody Biomass (Installer) course (York)

This Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course has been developed with HETAS Ltd and the Solid Fuel Association.  It is aimed at qualified heating engineers who wish to install domestic wood-based biomass heating systems, including both space heating and central heating appliances.

The content has been formulated to cater for the needs of installers involved in the installation of wood burning appliances and those wishing to explore the market for these products.  It draws upon the expertise of manufacturers, contractors, trade organisatiosn and the requirements of Building Regulations and British Standards.

Candidates for this course should hold either a HETAS solid fuel qualification or equivalent before attending.

For further details on this Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course, please see the Theory Overview tab.

Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course Theory Overview:

This course contains the following course content:

• Introduction to woody biomass heating and its context within the renewable energy centre
• System costs, funding and government policy
• Fuel Characteristics, Supply and Combustion
• Biomass Heating Systems: Technical Overview
• Determining system sizes
• Hydraulic systems
• Fuel storage systems
• Chimney requirements
• Conducting a site assessment
• Installation of woody biomass systems
• System commissioning and handover to client
• Health & Safety and Fire prevention
• Regulations and Standards
• Operation and Maintenance

For further details on this Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course, please see the Practical Overview tab.

Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course Practical Overview:

For further details on this Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course, please see the Frequently Asked Questions tab.

Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course FAQs:

Key course facts:

Course times: 9am until 4.30pm with 1 hour for lunch
Course duration: 4 days
Payment: full payment on booking
Assessment method: Open book multiple choice paper and practical test
Valid for: 5 years

Q - Who is the course aimed at?

A - It is aimed at qualified heating engineers

Q - Do I need any specific qualifications to attend this course?

A - Candidates for this course should hold either a HETAS solid fuel qualification or equivalent. 

Q - What are the assessment procedures for this Bpec Woody Biomass (Installer) course?

A - There is one open book multiple choice examination and a practical assessment.

Q - What happens if I fail the course?

A - Like most PPL courses if you, fail the Bpec Woody Biomass (Installer) course examination you will be offered a re-sit free of charge.

Q - How do I get more information about the Underfloor Heating course?

A - Call us on 0845 2600 966 or request a brochure pack

Q- How do I book a place on the Bpec Woody Biomass (installers) course?

A - Book online for your chosen date or call us on 0845 2600 966.

Q- Where do people come from to take Bpec Woody Biomass (installer) course?

A - We expect to train people from all over the UK for the Bpec Woody Biomass (installer) course;  York, Leeds, Newcastle, Barnsley, Hull, Sheffield, Manchester, Scunthorpe, Nottingham, Chesterfield, Stockport, Liverpool, Bolton, Oldham, Warrington, Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Halifax, Harrogate, Derby, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, Darlington, Rotherham, Doncaster, Nottingham, Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, Humberside, Grimsby, Cleveland, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Lincoln, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Northern England, Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands; they come from national plumbing and heating companies, self-employed plumbers, builders, gas engineers, solar electrical engineers and renewable energy engineers, London, South East, Bristol, Birmingham, UK.

For more general frequently asked questions please see our main FAQ page or book online.