Pre-Apprenticeship in Insulation & Sustainable Heating

Overview

Why study at West?

More than half a million extra homes are likely to be needed in Scotland to meet demand by 2035, according to National Records of Scotland projections. In an ever-evolving world where energy sustainability is paramount, the Scottish housing industry is dedicated to maximising the potential of innovative design and construction techniques to deliver more greener homes.

This course provides a gateway to understanding the intricacies of sustainable heat. comprehensive introduction to energy basics, alongside specialised modules on domestic wind turbine systems, solar hot water systems, and the broader implications of energy in the future.

Throughout this course, you'll unravel the role of individuals in energy consumption and explore the various energy sources available, ranging from oil and gas extraction to conventional technologies, and the integration with the grid.

What will I learn?

You will learn about:

• Energy: An Introduction
• Energy: Domestic Wind Turbine Systems
• Energy: Domestic Solar Hot Water Systems
• Energy: Employability and Careers
• Energy and the Individual
• Energy: Oil/Gas Extraction
• Energy: Conventional Technologies and the Grid
• Application of External Wall Insulation
• Application of Cavity Wall Insulation
• Application of Internal Wall Insulation

What qualifications do I need?

• National 4 English
• National 4 Application of Mathematics
• National 4 in Science or Technical Subject

or

• Equivalent qualifications or experience

What can I do after?

Progression pathways include:

• Pre-Apprenticeship, Electrical
• Pre-Apprenticeship, Pluming & Renewable Energy
• A recognised modern apprenticeship or NC Built Environment

SCQF 5

Programme Information

Start: August

Duration: 1 year