Bryn Lane, Wrexham. LL13 9UT
Bryn Lane, Wrexham. LL13 9UT
This course provides a detailed understanding of heat pump system design for MCS compliance. Aimed at heating engineers or specifiers. Includes refresher training and assessment.
The OFT21-504D Heat Pump Design course at Vulcana Training is ideal for engineers, specifiers, and system designers responsible for creating efficient, MCS-compliant heat pump systems. The course covers system sizing, heat loss calculations, emitter design, and integration with controls.
It is especially valuable for those who need to ensure that installations meet regulatory, environmental and performance standards from the outset.
Heat loss and room-by-room calculations
Emitter sizing and system matching
Technology selection and hydraulic design
Control strategy and efficiency optimisation
MCS compliance and documentation
Training includes structured classroom sessions and written assessment.
OFT21-504A – Air Source Installation
OFT21-504G – Ground Source Installation
Combine with installation training to offer a full design-and-install solution.
This course is classed as an initial assessment. To attend, candidates must meet one of the following:
Hold a recognised heating/plumbing qualification or registration for at least two years, and
Hold valid WRAS and UVHW certificates
Or
Have a minimum of two years’ experience in heating system design, installation or maintenance, and
Hold valid WRAS and UVHW certificates
Missing certificates can be added for £150 + VAT each, with an extra training day added per module.
Not applicable.
This is a one-time qualification; no reassessment pathway currently applies to OFT21-504D.
All our courses include refresher training and are delivered in a supportive setting to help you feel confident and well-prepared for assessment.
Yes, training manuals and certificates are included in the course fees, except for OFTEC reassessment course training material, where are charged separately.
Any required study materials will be provided on the first day of your course. However, if you prefer to collect them in advance, you can do so by making prior arrangements with us.
With a 99.9% pass rate, it’s unlikely—but if you don’t pass, we’ll discuss your options, including reassessment and additional training if needed.
Yes, we offer refresher training to help candidates prepare for reassessments. Contact us to discuss available options.
We offer various payment options, including installment plans for selected courses. Please contact us to discuss available payment plans.
You can book online using the “Book Now” button on our website, email us at office@vulcana.co.uk, or call 01978 660300. If you don’t see the course you need on our booking system, please contact us, as we may still be running it.
You will need to bring:
Our training centre is located at:
Bryn Lane, Wrexham Industrial Estate, LL13 9UT
We are opposite the petrol station.
Certificates are sent directly to your home address once they have been processed by the awarding body. Processing times can vary, so please allow some time for delivery.
For full details on cancellations and refunds, please refer to our cancellation policy or contact us directly.
