Develop the knowledge and practical skills to confidently calculate U-Values and support accurate energy assessments, building compliance and retrofit projects.
U-Values play an important role in determining the thermal performance of a building. From demonstrating Building Regulations compliance in new developments to improving the accuracy of EPCs and retrofit assessments, reliable U-Value calculations help professionals make informed decisions about building performance.
Elmhurst’s U-Value Competency Training combines flexible on-demand learning with a practical, trainer-led day, helping you develop the skills to complete U-Value calculations using our specialist software.
U-Value Competency Training
£395 + VAT
- Duration: Self-paced on-demand learning followed by one day of remote, instructor-led training.
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Format: Blended learning, combining on-demand theory with hands-on practical training using Elmhurst’s U-Value Calculator software, supported by an experienced trainer.
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Test Cases: Complete 6 U-Value calculation case studies as part of the competency assessment process.
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Suitable For: On Construction Domestic Energy Assessors (OCDEAs), Non-Domestic Energy Assessors (NDEAs), Domestic Energy Assessors (DEAs), Retrofit Assessors, Retrofit Coordinators and other building professionals.
What are U-Values and why are they important?
U-Values measure how quickly heat passes through a building element, such as a wall, floor, roof, window or door. The lower the U-Value, the better the element is at retaining heat. Understanding U-Values is an important part of assessing a building’s energy efficiency, as they help determine how effectively its fabric reduces heat loss.
Accurate U-Value calculations play a key role in both new and existing buildings. By developing understanding of U-Values and how to calculate them, energy assessors and building professionals can make more informed decisions about building performance, compliance and energy efficiency improvements.
Who is U-Value Competency Training For?
U-Value calculations have applications across new build, existing buildings and retrofit projects. Our training is designed to help professionals develop the knowledge and competence needed to apply these calculations in their work.
On Construction Domestic Energy Assessors (OCDEAs)
Strengthen Your Knowledge of New Build Compliance
Accurate U-Value calculations are an important part of demonstrating compliance with Building Regulations for new homes.
Develop your understanding of building fabric performance and gain the practical skills to calculate U-Values for walls, floors and roofs. This can help you support SAP assessments, assess different construction specifications and provide more informed advice to developers and design teams.
Domestic Energy Assessors, MEES and Retrofit Professionals
Improve the Accuracy of EPCs and Retrofit Assessments
RdSAP uses default U-Values to represent the thermal performance of existing buildings. However, where appropriate evidence is available, these values can be overridden using calculations produced by a suitably competent person.
Developing U-Value competency can help you provide more accurate, property-specific information for EPCs, supporting landlords working towards Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).
For retrofit professionals, calculated U-Values can also provide a more reliable basis for assessing existing building performance, modelling improvement measures and informing retrofit recommendations.
Non-Domestic Energy Assessors and Building Professionals
Support Compliance in Commercial Buildings
U-Value calculations are equally important in non-domestic new build projects, where building fabric performance contributes to demonstrating compliance with Building Regulations.
Build your knowledge of U-Value calculations and develop the skills to assess different construction elements, supporting SBEM assessments and more informed decisions about building specifications and energy performance.
Why choose Elmhurst for training?
Elmhurst’s U-Value Training is built on our extensive experience in the domestic and retrofit property sector. Delivered by industry experts and backed by the UK’s leading energy assessment accreditation and technical support, our courses give you the confidence to deliver high-quality assessments.
- Leave feeling confident – leave feeling confident that you can put theory into practice and can complete U-Value calculations with ease
- Learn with the support of our expert trainers – our remote course delivery allows learners to receive real time feedback and get hands on experience with our software
- An engaging learning experience – Our trainers have the practical experience and know how to deliver a truly engaging learning experience.
- Support beyond your training – Those who go on to join our competency scheme will have access to support for your U-Value calculations, beyond that which is available on the course.
Frequently Asked Questions
No previous knowledge is required to join the U-Value Competency course, however entrants will typically be from an energy assessment background. Everything you require will be taught on the course.
Those carrying out u-value calculations will typically charge a fee based on the complexity and number of calculations that are required.
Work can come from a variety of sources, from modelling improvements for retrofit projects to SAP/ SBEM clients.
MEES is an area that’s often overlooked because assessors assume you can’t override the u-value inputs in RdSAP – well, you can! Therefore it would be worth reaching out to landlords to help them meet compliance.
The course has 7 on-demand modules that need to be completed prior to attending the online remote training day. You will then need to complete 6 U-Value calculation case studies as part of the competency assessment process.
Gaining advanced knowledge of u-values demonstrates to clients and employers that you are constantly developing your skillset and technical competencies.
As previously stated, opportunities are present in the retrofit, SAP, SBEM and MEES sectors.
In addition you will be able to create calculations on behalf or product manufacturers, architects or other clients who require specific scenarios to be modelled.
The conventions require a u-value calculation to be produced by someone who is suitably competent and experienced. Membership of the Elmhurst competency scheme will demonstrate that you are part of an industry recognised scheme.
Become a Member of Elmhurst's U-Value Competency Scheme
Once you have successfully completed the U-Value course you can apply to join Elmhurst’s U-Value Competency Scheme. Being a member of a scheme provides reassurance to clients that you are trained and competent to provide U-Value calculations in-line with the latest industry standards.
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