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Introduction to Mechanical & Electrical Building Services

7.0 CPD Hours

Standard Rate
£450.00  +VAT
Member Rate
£355.00  +VAT
  • Electrical Services
  • Mechanical Services

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As of September 2025, this module has been updated with new content and broken into bite sized chunks of learning.

This course covers areas of mechanical services such as heating, ventilation and air-conditioning;  and it details electrical services such as three-phase supply, electric shock prevention, earthing and uninterruptible power supplies. It also provides an introduction to fire safety engineering and sustainability engineering.

The aim of this module is to introduce the role of the modern building services engineer; why we need building services - what are they, what they look like and what they do. It covers areas of mechanical services such as heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and their control. On the electrical size, it covers, for example, three-phase supplies and its distribution, electric shock prevention, earthing and uninterruptable power supplies.

Make your way through this course at your own pace with the following:  

  • Introduction to Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Topics
  • Additional Resources
  • CPD Certificate on completion

All On Demand modules and courses have a one year access period. Any training purchased will expire one year after the purchase date.

Breakdown and Learning Objectives

  • What is Building Services Engineering
    • Define the role of a Building Services Engineer.
    • Identify the core components of building services systems.
    • And more.
  • Creating Comfort
    • Explain the principles of thermal comfort and heat transfer.
    • Understand temperature, humidity, and airflow considerations.
    • And more.
  • The Building Services Design Process
    • Summarise the stages of RUBA Plan of Work.
    • Describe how the design of building services evolve throughout the different design stages.
    • And more.
  • System Design
    • Identify the components and typical lifespans of building services systems.
    • Understand the need for service space, access, and maintenance routes.
    • And more.
  • Mechanical Systems
    • Compare traditional and modern heating systems including heat pumps.
    • Explain how different types of heat emitters function.
    • And more.
  • Electrical Systems
    • Understand the components of electrical distribution systems in buildings.
    • Explain supply arrangements including three-phase power.
    • And more.
  • Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
    • Understand the purpose and configuration of fire alarm systems.
    • Differentiate between various alarm and detection types.
    • And more.
  • Sustainability
    • Understand the role of Building Services Engineers in achieving Net Zero Carbon targets.
    • Identify sustainable systems and low/zero carbon technologies.
    • And more.
  • Controls
    • Explore types of control systems.
    • Understand the role that controls have in ensuring the safe operation of equipment.
    • And more.

To access this course you will need a 'MyCIBSE Learning' account. This can be created in one of three ways:

Method 1: If you are purchasing via invoice, an account will be created on your behalf once you complete our booking form.

Method 2: Using an Enrolment Key

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  2. Find the course you want to enrol in and click on it for more details.
  3. On the course details page, click the "Add to Cart".
  4. After adding the course to your shopping cart, proceed to checkout.
  5. During the checkout process, you will have the option to "Sign Up".

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CIBSE online learning courses are suitable for those wishing to enhance and support their current knowledge base, as well as graduates within an engineering discipline.

Each unit has been peer-reviewed and tested through this group. The units allow students to take a coordinated journey through an individual topic or a series of topics. The units form the backbone of several corporate training schemes.

Booking onto this On Demand course is easy with two simple options:

  1. Credit/Debit Card
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  2. Invoice
    If your organisation will be covering the cost of your course, please complete our 'On Demand and Exams Booking Form' to request an invoice.  The course will be assigned once our Training team processes your booking.

For individuals booking courses for themselves, please use the credit/debit card option as invoicing is only available for organisations.

For any questions or assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you to our courses!

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If you encounter any difficulties, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

Group Bookings
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Email: [email protected] or call +44 (0)20 8772 3660.

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Benefits

Corporate clients are provided with wider oversight of their learners. Other benefits include:

  • Set up a team of learners under the L&D Managers
  • Allocate modules to learners within your team
  • Track the progress of learners within your team
  • Receive monthly report on learner progress
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