This online course, provided by the Association for Environment Conscious Building (AECB), covers advanced energy‑efficient building retrofit. You will learn how to assess buildings and plan improvements to reduce energy use.
Course details
Start date: Flexible – enrol at any time
Duration: Around 130 hours
Location: Online
Cost: Fee applies (limited funded places may be available – see provider website for details).
What you will study
- How to assess buildings for energy improvements
- Principles of energy‑efficient retrofit
- Understanding buildings and materials
- Basic building performance (building physics)
- Risks linked to retrofit work
- Planning and design of retrofit projects
- The costs and value of retrofit work
- Real examples of retrofit projects
Why take this course
- Build skills for green jobs and sustainability
- Take a course recognised in the construction sector
- Supports the move towards low‑carbon buildings
Progression
This course can help you move into work in construction, retrofit or energy efficiency, or progress to further training in sustainable building.
Entry requirements
- Aged 19+
- No formal qualifications required
- Interest in construction or energy efficiency
- Some prior knowledge of the construction sector may be helpful
Contact details
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