Solar Homes Program mandatory safety training

 

Upskilling Plumbers
 

Demystifying Heat Pumps

Hot water system heat pumps have become a popular choice for energy-efficient electric systems. Compared to traditional electric water heaters, they are much more efficient, using 60 to 75% less electricity. To maintain this efficiency and meet household needs, quality and compliant installation is crucial. Poor installation can compromise a home’s comfort and energy efficiency. The necessary knowledge and skills to design and install heat pumps, as well as avoiding common installation mistakes, will be covered in the training.

The Upskilling Plumbers Program is free for for registered and licensed plumbers, along with fourth-year plumbing apprentices in Victoria, and will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to understand energy efficiency requirements and install efficient hot water system heat pumps, demystifying the process. The program has 2 separate components, an online course of approximately 2-3 hours, and a face-to-face workshop of 4-5 hours. Both offered free of charge.

 

 

What will the training cover?

 

How Does a Heat Pump Work

• What is a Heat Pump Hot Water System and How Does It Work?
• Basic Operation Cycle

 

Types of Heat Pumps

• Integrated Heat Pump Water Heaters
• Split-System Heat Pump Water Heaters
• Comparison Chart

 

Components and Functionality

• Key Components: Compressors,
  Condensers, Evaporators
• Refrigerants: Properties and Impact on Performance

 

Factors That Can Affect Performance

• Ambient Air Considerations
• Geographical Considerations in Victoria
• Placement of the Heat Pump: Guidelines for Maximum Efficiency

 

Getting the Best Performance from the Heat Pump

• Questions to Ask Your Customer
• Factors Impacting Performance: Ambient Temperature, Installation Location, Heat Pump Capacity, Cold Water Inlet Temperature, Relative Humidity, and Maintenance

 

Energy Efficiency in Heat Pumps

• Coefficient of Performance (COP)
• Comparison with Other Systems

 

Sizing and Capacity

• Sizing a Heat Pump Hot Water Heater
• Calculating Hot Water Demand and Peak Demand
   

 
Who can do the training?

This training is open to:

• registered and licensed plumbers in Victoria
• fourth-year plumbing apprentices in Victoria.
• You do not need to be working in Solar Victoria’s programs to do this training free of charge.

 

When and how will it be delivered?

Metropolitan Melbourne Training is delivered at PICAC Campuses in Brunswick and Narre Warren.

Regional Victoria. Training is delivered at PICAC’s Geelong campus and at selected regional venues. Click on the Enrol Now button to find the nearest location to you. 

 

 
How much does it cost?

This training is fully funded by Solar Victoria for eligible participants and offered free of charge. This program is funded by the Victorian Government through Solar Victoria’s Training and Workforce Development program.

 

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† A maximum of 4 CPD points can be earned each year from all self-directed learning activities, including reading trade publications, reading technical information sheets or watching manufacturer YouTube channels.