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Energy Efficiency – Part L (BPEC)

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Energy efficient heating system

Course Overview

This course will be delivered on the following dates between 8:30am and 4:30pm:

    Monday 20 July 2026 – Tuesday 21 July 2026

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For enquiries/booking about this course, please call us: 01753 793244 or email us: greenskills@windsor-forest.ac.uk

Designed for plumbers, heating engineers and gas installers, this course provides comprehensive guidance on meeting the requirements of Approved Document L, Volume 1, for both new and existing dwellings. It covers the latest energy efficiency requirements within Part L of the Building Regulations and explores how the industry is preparing for the forthcoming Future Homes Standard (FHS), which will significantly shape the future of domestic heating and building performance.

The course equips delegates with the knowledge needed to design, install and commission compliant heating and hot water systems, ensuring installations meet current regulations while supporting the UK’s drive towards net zero carbon emissions.

On successful completion, candidates will be able to self-certify eligible work through a recognised Competent Person Scheme (CPS), helping to demonstrate compliance and maintain professional standards.

Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, learners will develop a clear understanding of legal responsibilities, energy-efficient system design and consumer protection requirements, enabling them to deliver safe, compliant and future-ready installations.

This course has been approved by the Energy Saving Trust and the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC).

The price includes assessment & certification & is VAT exempt.

This course will allow you to build on your theoretical and practical understanding of these regulations, to ensure consumer safety as well as your legal compliance. It has been approved by the Energy Savings Trust and the Heating and Hot Water Information Council.

This course is taught at the Slough & Langley College campus in Langley, Berkshire, with access to industry-standard facilities and industry-experienced tutors.

Course Code

XRZMGHP6L0

Course Fee
£225.00
Start Time

08:30

End Time

16:30

Entry Requirements

Applicants should be experienced installers of gas, oil, or solid fuel domestic central heating systems.

Course information

During this course, you will develop the knowledge and practical understanding required to comply with current Building Regulations and deliver energy-efficient heating installations.

Topics include:
o Understanding the latest requirements of Approved Document L and the future direction of domestic heating under the Future Homes Standard (FHS)
o Heat loss calculations and accurate system sizing, including radiator and heat emitter selection
o The importance of lower system flow temperatures and their role in improving system efficiency and supporting low-carbon heating technologies
o Selecting and commissioning energy-efficient heating systems and controls
o Best practice for upgrading existing systems and designing installations for new dwellings
o Pipework insulation requirements and methods for achieving compliance
o Evidence gathering and record keeping, including documenting system sizing calculations and installation details
o Using photographic evidence to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations
o Commissioning requirements and completion of the appropriate certification and documentation
o Understanding the information, operating instructions and handover documentation that must be provided to customers
o Consumer protection, legal responsibilities and demonstrating compliance through Competent Person Schemes (CPS)

By the end of the course, you will have the confidence to install, commission and certify heating systems in accordance with current regulations and industry best practice.

1 day (8:30am – 4:30pm)

The assessment is an open book exam, candidates can attempt to answer the questions by referring to their notes or textbooks. The assessment consists of 37 multiple choice questions 1, including a radiator worksheet.