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Energy Efficiency in Buildings Certificate

Accredited Distance Learning Course

The ECT runs courses in Energy, Marketing and Finance across the UK, in London, Birmingham
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WHAT THIS ONLINE COURSE INCLUDES
  • Video lessons based on live classroom training developed by internationally recognised University Academics and Experts
  • Live individual tutorial conducted remotely with your assigned tutor
  • Course materials accessible on computer, tablet & mobile
  • Resource Centre to access knowledge
    and research
  • Remote exam for the internationally recognised Galileo Master Certificate and optional Exam for the SQA Qualification
WHO IS IT FOR
  • Individuals intending to improve the energy efficiency of a building.
  • Architects, engineers and building engineers.
  • Individuals considering a consultancy job in the energy saving field.
WHEN CAN I START?

You can start this course immediately.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?

You have up to three months to complete the course at your own pace.
This course is worth 20 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

COURSE PRICE
(With current funding)

£540 for the standalone course

or

£324 as part of the Energy Efficiency Expert Certificate Pathway.

The Energy Efficiency in Buildings course price includes remote exam for Galileo Master Certificate; video lessons based on the live classroom training; course materials; Resource Centre access and is inclusive of VAT.


How much is that in:
US Dollars? Euros? My currency?
The ECT runs courses in Engineering, Management and Finance across the UK, in Edinburgh, Leeds
Or if you are looking for the classroom-based course, click here

“Excellent course material and knowledgeable tutor.”

Lawrence Avery, Department of Energy and Climate Change

COURSE CONTENT
  • Energy context
  • Physical principles
  • Building envelope
  • Building services
  • Energy Performance Certificate
  • Simulation tools – Energy modelling software
  • Building design best practice

Certificate of Participation provided.

Optional Qualification: Photovoltaic (PV) Arrays

Internationally recognised GMC Certificate provided to successful candidates of remote GMC exam:

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Galileo Master Certificate (GMC)

The internationally recognised Galileo Master Certificate (GMC) has been achieved by participants worldwide for over 40 years, from organisations such as Department for International Development, the BBC, LEGO, United Nations UNDP, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), and many more.

“I was a little nervous at first but the quality of the online course was very good indeed! I have been most impressed by your staff and their help, and the courses themselves.”

Richard Crook

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    The ECT runs courses in Renewable Energy, Marketing and Finance across the UK, in London, Birmingham

    International Participants

    Participants connecting live from 150 countries. 

    Participants from all over the world can achieve the internationally recognised Galileo Master Certificate (GMC) by studying online EEC courses at home, the office, and on-the-go.

    Energy Efficiency Expert Certificate

    It is possible to achieve the Energy Efficiency Expert Certificate by studying this course along with Introduction to Heat Pumps OR Combined Heat and Power and Renewable Energy Management and Finance. This option is currently 25% funded. Click here for more information on this Pathway.

    Past Participants

    Past Participants of the online EEC Academy courses include representatives from major authorities and organisations, including the United Nations – UNIDO, IBM, and Ford Motor Company.

    See their testimonials here

    Research & Publications

    The ECT works with the United Nations (UNEP) and its partners to produce a series of publications