Course Details
HVAC Ductwork Installation
5 DAYS • Foundation practical training
Suitable for: New entrants and people seeking to develop practical ductwork skills.
Course overview
This five-day course develops practical understanding of HVAC ductwork installation. Delegates build on essential system and safety knowledge, then practise planning tasks, handling components, assembling ductwork and checking their work. The programme is designed for new entrants and people who want to strengthen their skills for work in building services and construction. Training introduces the quality expectations found on commercial and major infrastructure projects, including high-specification environments.
Course Contents:
• HVAC system principles, duct types and materials
• Drawing interpretation and preparation for installation
• Safe handling, housekeeping and work area controls
• Ductwork supports, setting out and alignment
• Assembly, jointing and sealing principles
• Introduction to fire dampers and air leakage control
• Inspection, quality checks and common installation defects
• DW/144 awareness and manufacturer installation guidance
• High-specification and nuclear project awareness; no specialist nuclear accreditation is included
What delegates will learn
• Prepare for a ductwork installation task using drawings and instructions
• Select and handle common ductwork components safely
• Practise assembling ductwork and applying basic jointing methods
• Check supports, alignment, joints and finish against task requirements
• Recognise when defects or uncertainty should be raised with a supervisor
Entry Requirements:
No formal qualifications are required. Previous construction or building services experience may be helpful but is not essential.
Course completion and progression
The course provides foundation practical training. It does not by itself confer full occupational competence, specialist nuclear accreditation or an SVQ/NVQ qualification. Delegates seeking a longer structured pathway can progress to the ten-day programme.
Course Duration:
Five (5) days
Cost: £750