Level 2 Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London on evenings, so you can fit study around your working week. The course runs over 35 weeks part-time. You'll cover the principles behind refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems, building the technical knowledge employers in the green skills sector need. Entry requirements are assessed individually, so you don't need to meet a fixed set of prior qualifications to apply.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll understand how refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems work
You'll learn the principles of refrigeration cycles and thermodynamics
You'll study the components used in HVAC and heat pump installations
You'll develop skills in fault diagnosis and system maintenance
You'll learn safe handling of refrigerants and relevant regulations
You'll understand energy efficiency and the role of heat pumps in low-carbon heating
You'll cover health and safety requirements for working on refrigeration and air conditioning systems
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at College of North West London, combining theory with practical technical work. Assessment is through a mix of written assignments, practical tasks, and knowledge tests aligned to the City and Guilds Diploma requirements. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you and to help plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Heat pump installer: install and commission domestic and commercial heat pump systems
Refrigeration engineer: service and maintain commercial refrigeration equipment
Air conditioning technician: install and maintain HVAC systems in buildings
HVAC engineer: work across heating, ventilation and air conditioning
Refrigeration service engineer: fault-find and repair refrigeration plant
Building services technician: support mechanical systems in commercial properties
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning: the next step for those moving into skilled, unsupervised work and working toward a recognised industry card.
F-Gas Category I Certification: required to handle fluorinated refrigerants legally in the UK. Many employers expect this alongside your Level 2 Diploma.
Level 3 Award in Heat Pump Systems: specialist training focused on heat pump installation, useful if you want to focus on the growing low-carbon heating sector.
