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Level 4 Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

The Level 4 Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning offered by OXQUAL develops specialist technical competence in HVAC design, installation, commissioning, maintenance and energy-efficient operation across residential, commercial and industrial building environments.

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Practical learning
Practical learning Build knowledge and skills for professional progression.
Overview

About this qualification

The Level 4 Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning offered by OXQUAL develops specialist technical competence in HVAC design, installation, commissioning, maintenance and energy-efficient operation across residential, commercial and industrial building environments.

Professional development
Professional development Build practical knowledge for real-world opportunities

Career-focused

Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.

Curriculum

What you'll cover

Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:

  1. HVAC Engineering Fundamentals
  2. Thermodynamics
  3. Heat Transfer
  4. Psychrometrics
  5. Thermal Comfort
  6. Refrigeration Cycles
  7. Compressors and Condensers
  8. Evaporators and Expansion Devices
  9. Heating and Cooling Loads
  10. Equipment Selection
  11. Air Distribution
  12. Ductwork Design
  13. Fan Selection
  14. Airflow Measurement
  15. System Balancing
  16. HVAC Electrical Systems
  17. Sensors and Actuators
  18. Direct Digital Controls
  19. Building Management-System Integration
  20. Indoor Air Quality
  21. Water Treatment
  22. Energy Conservation
  23. Renewable Heating and Cooling Awareness
  24. BIM and HVAC Documentation
  25. Commissioning and Troubleshooting
Who this qualification is designed for
Audience
Audience

Who it's designed for

This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:

  • HVAC Technicians
  • Building-Services Personnel
  • Refrigeration Technicians
  • Plumbing and Electrical Professionals
  • Facilities Personnel
  • Learners progressing into HVAC engineering roles
Benefits of this qualification
Benefits
Benefits

What you'll gain

Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:

  • Develop comprehensive HVAC technical competence.
  • Strengthen load-calculation and system-design skills.
  • Improve equipment-selection knowledge.
  • Develop commissioning and troubleshooting competence.
  • Improve energy-efficiency awareness.
  • Strengthen BIM and building-controls knowledge.
Assessment

How this qualification is assessed

The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.

  • Assessment Format: Written examinations, practical assignments and project-based assessments.
  • Total Questions per Examination: Typically 40–60 questions per written paper.
  • Passing Score: 70% for each unit.
  • Duration: 3 hours per written examination, with practical assessments scheduled as required.
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