1. . Level 3 Air Conditioning Inspections for Buildings
1a. Course Framework (Day 1)
PRESENTED BY
Anthony Balaam

2. LEVEL 3 Air Conditioning ENERGY ASSESSORS TRAINING
Programme over the three days
Day presentations (1,1a,1b,1c,1d,2,3,4,12 and 13)
Day presentations (5,6,7,8,9)
Day presentations (10,11,14,15,16) and use of the DCLGs’ software for a packaged system
All the above can be found on the Stroma Web site
Also detailed on your U.S.B hand out
Any questions or clarity needed over this topic and slides 2

3. Course Framework
Candidates must complete 5 Units of the 36 credit diploma plus the external examination
The examination will assess Air Conditioning Energy Assessors detailed
1. knowledge
2. understanding of air conditioning systems
3. equipment across the scope of their inspection activities.
Candidates must also submit for assessment a portfolio of evidence demonstrating that they have achieved the learning outcomes of the diploma
Also, have carried out inspections of real systems .

4. Level 3-Professional Development
Candidates need to complete the following Units:-

5. Level 3 - Air Conditioning Assessments

6. Level 3 - Air Conditioning Assessments
A minimum of 3 air conditioning energy assessments drawn from the above table.

7. Level 3 - Air Conditioning Assessments

8. Level 3 - NCF to QFC Exemptions

9. Level 3 – External Examination
Examination will cover 30 multiple choice questions over a period of 60 minutes, pass mark is 70% (21 questions correct)
Subject area
Number of questions in exam (total in bracket2)
Unit1
The legislative Framework:-
European legislation 1
National Legislation
Air Conditioning Standards
(3)
Unit 2
Preparing for the energy assessment of Air Conditioning systems:-
Preparation 3

10. Level 3 – External Examination
Subject area
Number of questions in exam (total in brackets)
Unit 3
Air conditioning technology – (Simple/packaged systems):-
Properties of Refrigeration and thermodynamics 3
Simple Air Conditioning plant components
Simple Air Conditioning Plant Operation 4
Sizing of Air Conditioning systems 2
Air conditioning fault finding and recognition
(15)

11. Level 3 – External Examination
Subject area
Number of questions in exam (total in bracket2)
Unit 4
Inspect Simple/ packaged Air Conditioning systems:-
Information review and preparations 1
Inspection of Simple/ packaged Air Conditioning systems 2
Recording information
(4)
Unit 5
Report on the energy performance of Air Conditioning systems:-
Prepare Air Conditioning assessment reports 3

12. Level 3 – External Examination
Subject area
Number of questions in exam (total in bracket2)
Air Conditioning assessment recommendations 2
(5)
Total Questions 30

13. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content
Candidates must satisfactorily complete all five units to achieve ABBE Level 3 DipACEAs plus exam
Units
Elements
Unit 1
Conduct an Energy assessment in a safe, effective and professional manner:-
Learning outcome 1
Comply with organisational and legal requirements at all times
Learning outcome 2
Maintain health, safety and security at work
Learning outcome 3
Develop and maintain effective working relationship with colleagues, professionals, clients and others
Learning outcome 4
Conduct energy assessments in a professional manner
Unit 2
Prepare for Energy Assessments of Air Conditioning systems

14. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content
Units
Elements
Learning outcome 1
Know the information and techniques required to prepare an energy assessment
Learning outcome 2
Clarify the requirements for an energy assessment
Learning outcome 3
Develop and agree a method for the inspection with the client
Learning outcome 4
Prepare and agree a clear and comprehensive scope of works with the client
Unit 3
Demonstrate understanding of Simple/ packaged Air conditioning system inspections
Know the operations and features of a Simple/ packaged Air conditioning systems

15. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content
Units
Elements
Learning outcome 2
Know the relevant information relating to the energy performance of Simple/ packaged Air conditioning systems
Learning outcome 3
Know the methods, techniques and equipment required for the inspection of Simple/ packaged Air conditioning systems
Unit 4
Inspect Simple/ packaged Air Conditioning systems
Learning outcome 1
Conduct the inspection following current best practice.
Obtain information relating to the energy performance of Simple/ packaged Air conditioning systems
Locate and inspect outdoor units

16. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content
Units
Elements
Learning outcome 4
Locate and inspect indoor units with treated areas
Learning outcome 5
Locate and examine cooling unit and heating system controls and temperature sensors
Unit 5
Provide a report on the energy performance of a Simple/ packaged Air conditioning systems
Learning outcome 1
Prepare the structure and content of the report.
Learning outcome 2
Develop recommendations for the report
Learning outcome 3
Develop the report
Issue the report and clarify any areas as required by the client

17. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content

18. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content

19. Level 3 – Qualification structure and Content

20. LEVEL 3 Air Conditioning ENERGY ASSESSORS TRAINING
ANY QUESTIONS OR FEEDBACK ON ANY SLIDE
Any questions or clarity needed over this topic and slides 20

21. Contacts:- STROMA Certification Ltd – Contacts Web Links
Contacts:-
STROMA Certification Ltd.
4 Pioneer Way, Castleford, WF10 5QU

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