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Gas: Domestic Gas Foundation
Gas: Domestic Gas Foundation
BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation
Our Domestic Gas Foundation Managed Learning Programme (MLP) training course is designed for candidates wanting to enter the gas industry
Is this course right for me?
This course is designed for people wishing to enter the gas industry. Once you have gained this BPEC Gas Foundation Certificate, you’ll be able to undertake the relevant ACS assessments to become a gas engineer.
The course is delivered through a mix of classroom-based teaching and workplace experience alongside a Gas Safe registered engineer. You will need to find and arrange this placement yourself.
You will be expected to complete a minimum of 266 guided learning hours in the classroom as well as a minimum of 675 hours industry experience.
On successful completion of the training, portfolio and successful recommendation, candidates are issued with a BPEC Gas Foundation Certificate.
Any questions?
If you have any questions about this course, please do not hesitate to contact our Energy centre on 01437 753 436 or via email energycentre@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
What are the entry requirements?
Trainees who lack gas training and experience will need to hold a recognised qualification in the mechanical services engineering sector (e.g. plumbing), or they will have gained a minimum of 2 GCSEs (Grade C) or equivalent, preferably English, Mathematics or relevant/appropriate experience or an entry assessment. Please speak to our staff regarding your personal situation.
It must be evidenced that you are working alongside a gas safe registered engineer in order to complete the on-site portfolio. This portfolio will be completed outside your time in college.
Personal Learning Account (PLA) funding may be available for this course (subject to eligibility). View information about PLA funding or contact
What will I learn?
The training will comprise of classroom and practical training on gas appliances.
Units to be studied will include:
• Introduction and Practical
• Gas Safety Legislation
• Characteristics of Combustion
• Ventilation
• Installation of Pipework and Fittings
• Testing for Tightness
• Checking and/or Setting Meter Regulators
• Identification of Unsafe Situations, Emergency Notices and Warning Labels
• Operation and Positioning of Emergency Isolation Controls
• Checking and Setting Appliance Burner Pressures and Gas Rates
• Operation and Checking of Appliance Gas Safety Devices and Controls
• Chimney Standards
• Chimney Flue Testing
• Installation of Open, Balanced and Fan Assisted Chimney Configurations
• Re-establishing Gas supplies and Re-lighting Appliances
• Domestic Central Heating and Water Heaters
• Domestic Cookers
• Domestic Space Heaters
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical assessment during the course
What can I do next?
After completion of the programme, you will be eligible to enter our ACS centre and take the CCN1 and Boiler Assessments.
Following completion of this course you might want to try another one of our Energy Centre courses.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- No additional equipment required
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
Are there any additional costs?
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
