- Standard Rate
- £1540.00 +VAT
- Member Rate
- £1230.00 +VAT
- Energy Assessor Training
- Sustainability
CIBSE, supported by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), has developed this training course to ensure that the skills necessary to implement the CIBSE Heat Networks Code of Practice (CP1) are available across the building services sector.
This is a two-day course aimed at practicing engineers looking for a detailed understanding of the themes and technical challenges dealt with by the Code which covers all stages of the development cycle of a heat network project from feasibility through design, construction, commissioning, and operation.
Following the course, there is an opportunity to take an exam which allows entry to the CIBSE Certification Heat Networks Consultant register. Please note that for this specific course, the exam is included in the price of the training and you do not need to purchase an additional exam. Training is not mandatory and as such you can purchase the exam only.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course you will:
- Gain an understanding of the aims and context of the Code of Practice
- Find out about future policy and regulatory changes in the industry
- Learn about the key challenges for delivering efficient heat networks and how the Code addresses there
- Discover how the Code should be used and how to demonstrate compliance through the new checklists
- Be able to apply the Code to different types of heat network projects
- Understand the key objectives and minimum requirements for each stage of the code
Useful information for prospective delegates
A set of self assessment questions
A list of required reading and preparation
In line with ISO 17024, CIBSE Certification Ltd is required to reassess the competence of its registrants when major changes take place in regulations and methodology. One major recent change is the update to the Building Regulations Part L, the first major change to Part L since 2013. Part L covers building regulations for both new and existing buildings and the changes affect anyone who provides energy advice. As such this course provides guidance on the links between Part L and the Code.
For more information about the process of certification please visit the CIBSE Certification website.
Your course will be hosted on Microsoft Teams if ‘Remote’ or at our headquarters in Balham, London if ‘Face-to-face’. Joining instructions will be included in the booking confirmation sent upon successful booking of a live course. You will receive an email with the subject line ‘Welcome to MyCIBSE Learning’ from [email protected] once your place has been confirmed, where you can create a password to access your ‘MyCIBSE Learning’ portal. Please note this portal will host the exam only, which will be assigned to you on the day of the course.
Please expect the training to be run by one of the speakers listed under Trainer.
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 10:00 Session 1: Welcome & Introductions; Aims, scope and applications 11:15 Coffee / tea break (15 mins) 11:30 Session 2: Key themes, responsibilities and compliance 13:00 Lunch (60 mins) 14:00 Session 3: Preparation and briefing 15:00 Coffee / tea break (15 mins) 15:15 Session 4: Feasibility 16.00 End |
| Day 2 | 10:00 Session 5: Design 11:15 Coffee / tea break (15 mins) 11:30 Session 6: Design 12:30 Lunch (60 mins) 13:30 Session 7: Construction & Commissioning 15:00 Coffee / tea break (15 mins) 15:15 Session 8: Operation and maintenance & Customer satisfaction and obligations 16.00 - 16.30 Wrap-up and final Q&A; End |
This course is intensive and assumes an existing level of knowledge in heat networks.
There are no formal entry requirements for the CIBSE Certification Heat Networks Consultant register, but CIBSE Certification recommends applicants to have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience before sitting the exam.
Purchase the exam only option.
Delegates will not be excluded if they haven’t undergone training with CIBSE, although are expected to have either taken training with another provider or have a sufficient knowledge in order to sit the exam.
The exam is 'Open Book' - texts allowed are:
- The Heat Networks Code of Practice pdf
- The course hand-outs (for those who have attended the CIBSE training)
There are 50 multiple choice questions (worth two marks each). The exam is marked out of 100 and the pass mark is 70%. The time allowed is 90 minutes.
Once your attendance on the course has been confirmed you will have access to the exam via your CIBSE My Learning Portal under the tab ‘My Courses’.
If there is any reason that you should not be able to complete the exam online, please contact a member of the training team at [email protected] to make alternative arrangements.
Multiple choice questions only have one correct answer – candidates should note that some questions offer options for ‘all of the above’ or ‘none of the above’ so the questions should be read carefully. The questions will cover the whole syllabus, some of which is only covered in the pre-reading. Some of the questions will require good engineering judgement. Some of the questions will require a calculation. You will need a calculator.
The exam is hosted via the CIBSE Learning Management System. Each exam is timed and will automatically log the candidate out once the time has ended. The CIBSE Learning Management System has a single sign on system forcing the candidate to login with a username and password. Once the exam has been started the candidate is unable to pause or restart the exam and must be finished in the allocated time.
Although the exam is 'open book' it is not designed to allow candidates to look up all the answers - material allowed should be regarded as reference. If candidates have not prepared thoroughly by completing the pre-reading and understanding the training course, they may find it hard to finish the exam. CIBSE Training must be notified in advance of any relevant special needs or requirements.
Best practice advice for candidates sitting an exam:
- Find a quiet, well ventilated, well-lit room so you can comfortably sit your exam
- Schedule a suitable time where you will have the least distractions (meetings, children, deliveries, etc.)
- Check all your technology is working (computer plugged in, near WiFi hub, registration complete, etc.)
- Put a do not disturb sign on your door, turn off email notifications, mute your phone, etc.
- Check if there is pre-reading for the exam , if the exam is open book, and how much time you have.
- Don’t get anyone else to help you with the exam as you are the one who will need the knowledge to practice.
Speakers
Matthew Turner
AECOM | Regional Director
Matthew is a Regional Director at AECOM and is primarily focused on delivering decentralised, low and zero carbon energy solutions for both new developments and existing communities. Matthew provides energy and sustainable design guidance to developers working on a wide range of projects, from small innovative developments to large urban extensions. He delivers strategic research work for the Government and works with local authorities and large organisations to assess strategic opportunities for delivering carbon reductions through planning policy, energy management, renewable energy projects and heat networks. Matthew has been delivering training courses for CIBSE since 2009.
Anthony Riddle
AECOM Regional Director
Dr Anthony Riddle is Technical Practice Lead with AECOM’s District Energy team. With a diverse range of experience in the decentralised energy sector and in energy consulting, Anthony brings both breadth and depth in understanding of client and project development needs and a perspective borne out of experience of project delivery in a wide range of contexts. I have worked in the energy consultancy sector for over 20 years.
I specialize in district energy systems, with a focus on waste heat recovery in 3rd, 4th and 5th generation networks. I have project delivery experience through RIBA project stages 4, 5 and 6 in the role of owner’s engineer for Local Authority and Housing Association clients as well as across RIBA project stages 0, 1, 2 and 3 in a wide range of client, technical and commercial contexts.
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International Bookings
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If you encounter any difficulties, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Group Bookings
For bookings of 6 or more employees, please visit the 'Corporate Bookings' tab on the left of this page for details on how to arrange group training.
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Email: [email protected] or call +44 (0)20 8772 3660.
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Remote - How to join:
This course will be conducted live online via Microsoft Teams. You do not need a Microsoft Teams account. After finalising your booking, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to join the session.
You can join using your preferred web browser. Alternatively, if you have the Microsoft Teams desktop app installed, simply click 'join meeting' in the email to connect directly through the app.
Face-to-Face:
The course location will be listed below the corresponding date and included in your booking confirmation email, sent after your booking is finalised. Please arrive at the location 15 minutes before the start time.
Note that face-to-face courses are not available online, so your in-person attendance is required.
Catering will be provided during the course. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please inform us in advance by emailing [email protected] so we can make suitable arrangements.
Please be aware that parking is not available at the venue.
Course Materials:
The course presentation and any additional materials will be provided to delegates on the day of the course, once attendance has been confirmed. You will receive links via email to download these materials via email. For those attending a remote course, the materials will also be shared through the Microsoft Teams chat.
In our efforts to be more sustainable, we encourage you not to print the materials.
What is included?
- Full-day training led by an industry expert
- CPD certificate upon completion
- PDF course materials
- Lunch and refreshments (For face-to-face courses only)