Heat Pump – Institute of Industrial Development

Heat Pump

Course Programme

This accredited course equips participants with the latest knowledge on understanding the benefits of heat pump systems, designing a heat pump installation and utilising simulation tools. The course enables participants to work successfully in the renewables and heat pump industry, both locally and internationally; and is suitable for those with both a basic and advanced understanding of the sector.

  • What is heat
  • Market, resources and targets overview
  • The physics principles (components, types of technologies)
  • Design guidance (sizing, selecting, autonomy, storage, manufacturers)
  • Other types: underground thermal energy storage (UTES) and earth ducts
  • Solar assisted ground source heat pumps
  • Environmental impact and analysis
  • Finance, regulation and incentives (MCS, RHI)
  • Case studies, best practice analysis
  • Simulation tools
  • Standards
  • References and further reading
  • Trade bodies and support