The installation of ductworking systems in buildings
Overview
The building services engineering ductwork installer was approved for delivery on 12/09/2017. This Intermediate apprenticeship standard awards you with a level 2, qualification when completed. The usual duration of this apprenticeship is 24 months, but this does not include the End-Point Assessment Period.
What the course covers
Ductwork systems provide clean air to a building whilst removing used air, and control and air temperature throughout as part of a building’s ventilation and life safety systems.
As an apprentice, you will install and maintain ductwork systems in both industrial and commercial settings including factories, schools, office blocks, airports and hospitals. You will develop the skills to assemble them, pre-commission and repair them using a range of materials. You will also learn how to use the appropriate hand tools and larger machinery and know which Personal Protective Equipment to use to keep both you and other work colleagues safe.
You will develop a grounded knowledge of ductwork principles, including measurements and pressure classification, and how each component combines with another to form a complete system. As you carry out your duties reliably under close supervision, you will learn to assess the quality of your work and scan for errors, then use the appropriate course of action to fix them in a timely and efficient manner. You will need to work effectively with other industry workers and suppliers and communicate information to colleagues clearly.
Careers and jobs associated
- Ductwork Installer
- Ductwork Engineer
If you would like to find out more about the building services engineering ductwork installer apprenticeship standard, skills, learnt, assessment methods and duties of the role, visit the Institute for Apprenticeships.
