HNC in Building Services Engineering (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning) is a Level 4 qualification designed for adults and higher education learners who want to build a career in building services engineering and construction. This two-year, part-time course provides a strong foundation in HVAC systems, electrical design and construction principles, preparing you for progression into higher education or skilled employment.
You will study a range of core units that develop your understanding of building services engineering and construction technologies.
You will learn through a combination of classroom-based teaching, project work, technical assignments and independent study, with some online delivery.
After successfully completing this course, you can progress to:
Assessment is mainly coursework-based and includes:
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Building Services Engineering (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning)
The fee for this course is £3,150.00.
The amount you pay may depend on your individual circumstances, including your age, residency status, employment status, whether you receive certain benefits, and how the course is funded. You may be eligible to study for free or receive help towards the cost of your course.
Before completing enrolment, all learners aged 19 and over will have a fee assessment to confirm how much, if anything, they need to pay. You may be asked to provide evidence to support your eligibility for fee remission or funding. Any eligible fee reduction will be applied before your enrolment is completed. Find out more about course fees, funding and eligibility on our Fees page.
There are no mandatory equipment or materials costs for this course.
“The technical knowledge and hands-on experience gained during my apprenticeship at College of North West London have been invaluable, particularly in understanding site processes, health and safety requirements and the understanding of electrical systems.”
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