Retrofit Co-ordination and Risk Assessment Course

There are 10*-11 modules in total, each requiring the submission of an assignment. 

Candidates have 12 weeks to complete the course

The Diploma uses a mix of online learning tools:

• Theory part is self directed E Learning with Support
• One-to-one training and assessment with experts from Synergy 
• Real-life case studies where candidates will get the chance to apply the theory using retrofit software. 

1. Introduction to domestic retrofit
2. Assessing dwellings for retrofit
3. Retrofit assurance and risk management
4. Building physiology - heat gain and heat loss
5. Building physiology - moisture
6. Understanding and improving building fabric
7. Understanding and improving building services
8. Improving air tightness and ventilation
9. Improvement option valuation and medium term retrofit plans
10. Post retrofit testing, monitoring and evaluation
11. Retrofit software, including a practical assessment 

PAS 2035 stands for "Publicly Available Specification 2035." It's a standard for the energy retrofit of domestic buildings, ensuring a whole-house approach is taken for energy efficiency improvements.

TrustMark is a government-endorsed quality scheme that covers work a consumer chooses to have carried out in their home. Businesses registered with TrustMark are vetted for their technical competence, customer service and trading practices.

Fabric First principles refer to prioritising the thermal performance of the building's fabric – walls, floors, roofs, windows, and doors – to reduce energy demand. This approach emphasises insulation and airtightness before considering mechanical or electrical heating solutions, such as heat pumps.