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ABBE On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (Classroom)

Course length 4 Days
Suitable for New entrants with no previous energy assessment experience
Qualifications ABBE Level 3 Domestic On-Construction Energy Assessment

Course Overview

Our 4 day interactive, classroom On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) qualification course is perfect for those looking to complete Energy Performance Certificates for new build homes.

During the course you will learn how to use SAP software to assess the energy efficiency of new build homes, helping to select appropriate building services, green technologies and alterations to the fabric to ensure a building will meet compliance.

With all new build homes in the UK requiring an Energy Performance Certificate and the government’s continued commitment to building new homes, this is an exciting area to work in. As an OCDEA, you will have a direct impact on the energy performance of new homes through your energy calculations, and your work will contribute towards the UK’s drive towards net zero.

Course Delivery

Our interactive, classroom based approach combines presentation slides, activities and class discussions to provide an engaging in-person learning experience. This setting allows you to interact directly with the tutor and fellow delegates, ask questions, and receive first-hand support.

Eligibility

This course is suitable for new entrants with no previous energy assessment experience. You must be 18 years or older to complete this course.

Course Breakdown

Take a look below for a full course breakdown. After completing the course, you will need to complete a portfolio of work, including property test cases, to fulfil the qualification requirements.

  • Introduction to Energy Rating and SAP
  • The ABBE Qualification
  • Portfolio Build and Examination Arrangements
  • Professional Skills Feedback
  • Domestic Construction Skills Feedback
  • Introduction to Building Regulations
  • Part L – Conservation of Fuel and Power
  • Measurement Requirements of SAP
  • Measurement Exercise
  • Domestic Heating and Hot Water Systems
  • Low and Zero Carbon Technologies in SAP
  • Introduction to Energy Rating, Building Regulations and SAP
  • An introduction to Design SAP 10
  • Data entry into Elmhurst’s Design SAP 10 software
  • U-value Calculator Use and Reporting
  • Building Control Outputs and EPC production
  • The future of Part L and SAP
  • The Competency Assessment Process
  • A look at Quality Assurance Auditing
  • Practical  Workshops using Design SAP 10
  • Q&A session

 

 

Following this course you will be required to complete 5 test cases issued by Elmhurst to complete your portfolio. You will then be awarded with the Level 3 ABBE qualification in On Construction Domestic Energy Assessment, and will be eligible to join Elmhurst’s OCDEA Accreditation scheme.

Please note that as part of the course you are provided with access to software for training purposes only, the software cannot be used for commercial purposes.

Once qualified as an OCDEA you must join a government approved scheme to submit Energy Performance Certificates for new build homes. You can find out more about Elmhurst’s OCDEA Accreditation Scheme here.

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