Heat Pump Installer NQF4

Our NQF4 Heat Pump Installer occupational skills path is helping to bridge the skills gap in heat pump installation in the country.

These professionals possess specialised skills that are not widely held across the existing workforce. This is considering that heat pumps are complex systems that require a deeper understanding of both electrical and plumbing systems.

To register for this qualification (SAQA), individuals must hold a NQF3 qualification.

It can also be accessed via recognition-of-prior learning. Tjeka will apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning.

NQF4 Heat Pump Installer knowledge

Holders of a NQF4 Heat Pump Installer qualification possess the following knowledge:

• An understanding of theory of water
• An understanding of heat pump tools, equipment and components
• An understanding of heat-pump systems

NQF4 Pump Installer practical skills:

This is complemented by the following practical heat pump installer skills, namely:

• The ability to plan and prepare the mounting of heat-pump systems
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• The ability to handle, lift and position heat pumps
• The ability to mount heat pumps
• The ability to erect, use and dismantle access equipment for installations
• The ability to prepare and plan installations in a safe and compliant environment
• The ability to install, maintain and repair these systems

Furthermore, holders of this qualification have also gained NQF4 Heat Pump Installer workplace experience. While working alongside seasoned technicians, they practiced:

• Processes and procedures for mounting heat pumps
• Site preparation and planning processes for installation, testing and “housekeeping”
• Procedures and processes for assessment; diagnosis; fault finding; and repair and maintenance