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Programme Overview

The Building Services Engineering Professional Programme equips learners with practical and technical skills in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), electrical services, plumbing systems, fire protection, smart building technologies, sustainability, and facilities management.

Building Services Engineers are responsible for ensuring that buildings are safe, comfortable, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable. This programme prepares participants for careers in construction, engineering consultancy, facilities management, property development, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

Students will gain practical knowledge of modern building systems, digital technologies, energy management, and sustainable building practices used across the UK and internationally.

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Duration

14 Weeks (3.5 Months)

Study Commitment

• 2 Live Classes per Week
• Practical Workshops
• Building Systems Projects
• Industry Case Studies
• Career Coaching Sessions

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Delivery Mode

✅ Live Online Training

✅ Interactive Workshops

✅ Industry Simulations

✅ Practical Design Projects

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Programme Fee

Standard Tuition Fee

£1,995

Early Bird Fee

£1,795

Registration Fee

£50

Flexible Payment Plan

• £500 Deposit
• Balance payable in 3 monthly installments

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Course Structure

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Module 1: Introduction to Building Services Engineering

Week 1

Topics Covered

• Introduction to Building Services Engineering
• Building Lifecycle Management
• Construction Industry Overview
• Types of Building Services Systems
• Professional Roles & Responsibilities
• UK Building Regulations Overview

Practical Activity

Building Services System Identification Exercise

Learning Outcome

Understand the role and importance of building services engineering in modern buildings.

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Module 2: Engineering Fundamentals for Building Services

Week 2

Topics Covered

• Building Physics
• Heat Transfer
• Fluid Flow Principles
• Thermodynamics Fundamentals
• Engineering Calculations
• Technical Measurements

Practical Workshop

Building Performance Calculations

Learning Outcome

Develop engineering fundamentals relevant to building systems.

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Module 3: Heating Systems & Low Carbon Technologies

Weeks 3 – 4

Topics Covered

• Heating System Fundamentals
• Boilers & Heating Networks
• Air Source Heat Pumps
• Ground Source Heat Pumps
• Underfloor Heating Systems
• Low Carbon Heating Technologies

Practical Project

Heating System Design for a Residential Building

Learning Outcome

Understand heating technologies and low-carbon building solutions.

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Module 4: HVAC Systems (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning)

Weeks 5 – 6

Topics Covered

• HVAC Design Principles
• Ventilation Systems
• Air Conditioning Systems
• Indoor Air Quality
• Ductwork Systems
• HVAC Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Practical Workshop

Commercial HVAC System Analysis

Learning Outcome

Design and evaluate HVAC systems for commercial and residential buildings.

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Module 5: Electrical Services Engineering

Week 7

Topics Covered

• Building Electrical Systems
• Power Distribution
• Lighting Design
• Emergency Power Systems
• Electrical Safety
• Energy-Efficient Lighting Technologies

Practical Workshop

Electrical Load Calculations

Learning Outcome

Understand electrical services systems within buildings.

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Module 6: Plumbing & Water Services Engineering

Week 8

Topics Covered

• Water Supply Systems
• Hot Water Systems
• Drainage Systems
• Rainwater Harvesting
• Water Conservation Technologies
• Plumbing Maintenance

Practical Project

Water Services Design Exercise

Learning Outcome

Develop knowledge of building plumbing and water management systems.

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Module 7: Fire Protection & Life Safety Systems

Week 9

Topics Covered

• Fire Detection Systems
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Fire Suppression Systems
• Sprinkler Systems
• Smoke Control Systems
• Emergency Evacuation Planning

Practical Workshop

Fire Protection System Assessment

Learning Outcome

Understand life safety and fire protection systems in buildings.

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Module 8: Building Management Systems (BMS) & Smart Buildings

Week 10

Topics Covered

• Building Automation Systems
• Smart Sensors
• Building Controls
• Energy Monitoring Systems
• IoT Applications in Buildings
• Smart Building Technologies

Practical Project

Smart Building Design Exercise

Learning Outcome

Understand digital technologies used in modern building operations.

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Module 9: Energy Management & Sustainable Buildings

Week 11

Topics Covered

• Building Energy Performance
• Energy Audits
• Net Zero Buildings
• Renewable Energy Integration
• Green Building Standards
• Carbon Reduction Strategies

Practical Workshop

Building Energy Audit

Learning Outcome

Apply sustainable building and energy management principles.

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Module 10: Facilities Management & Asset Maintenance

Week 12

Topics Covered

• Facilities Management Principles
• Asset Management
• Preventive Maintenance
• Planned Maintenance Systems
• Contractor Management
• Building Operations

Practical Project

Building Maintenance Strategy Development

Learning Outcome

Manage building assets and maintenance operations effectively.

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Module 11: BIM & Digital Construction Fundamentals

Week 13

Topics Covered

• Introduction to BIM
• Revit Fundamentals
• Digital Construction Technologies
• Building Information Modelling Workflows
• Construction Documentation
• BIM Collaboration

Practical Workshop

Building Services BIM Model Review

Learning Outcome

Understand the role of BIM in modern building services engineering.

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Module 12: Employability & Capstone Project

Week 14

Topics Covered

• Building Services Career Pathways
• Technical Report Writing
• Professional Communication
• CV Development
• LinkedIn Optimization
• Interview Preparation

Capstone Project

Design a complete Building Services Engineering solution for a commercial building.

Project Deliverables

• HVAC Design
• Electrical Services Layout
• Plumbing Design
• Fire Protection Plan
• Energy Efficiency Strategy
• Building Maintenance Plan

Final Assessment

• Technical Examination
• Project Presentation
• Professional Competency Assessment

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate readiness for employment in building services engineering.

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Software & Tools Covered

Industry Software

• AutoCAD Fundamentals
• Revit MEP (Introduction)
• Microsoft Excel
• Energy Performance Calculation Tools
• Building Management Systems (BMS) Overview

Technical Equipment Awareness

• HVAC Monitoring Equipment
• Electrical Testing Instruments
• Water Flow Meters
• Smart Building Sensors
• Fire Protection Systems

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Professional Certifications Awarded

GDSL Professional Certificate in

Building Services Engineering

Additional Certificates

• HVAC Systems & Maintenance
• Electrical Services Engineering
• Plumbing & Water Services
• Fire Protection Systems
• Smart Buildings & BMS
• Sustainable Building Technologies

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Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Engineering Roles

• Building Services Technician
• Building Services Engineer Assistant
• MEP Technician
• Facilities Engineering Technician

Facilities Management Roles

• Facilities Coordinator
• Maintenance Supervisor
• Property Operations Assistant

Construction Roles

• MEP Coordinator
• Construction Services Technician
• Site Engineering Assistant

Sustainability Roles

• Energy Efficiency Technician
• Sustainability Assistant
• Building Performance Analyst

Smart Building Roles

• BMS Operator
• Smart Building Technician
• Building Automation Technician

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Entry Requirements

Suitable For

• Engineering Students
• Construction Professionals
• Electricians
• HVAC Technicians
• Plumbers
• Facilities Management Personnel
• Graduates
• Career Changers

No Prior Building Services Experience Required

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Why Choose GDSL?

✅ Industry-Aligned Curriculum

✅ Practical Building Systems Training

✅ Smart Building & BIM Exposure

✅ Sustainability & Energy Efficiency Focus

✅ Real-World Industry Projects

✅ Career Coaching & Employability Support

✅ Flexible Learning Options

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Duration

14 Weeks

Tuition Fee

£1,995

Study Mode

Live Online + Practical Workshops

Next Intake

Monthly

Included

• HVAC Systems
• Electrical Services
• Plumbing Systems
• Fire Protection Systems
• Building Management Systems
• BIM Fundamentals
• Energy Management
• Career Development Support

Ideal Candidates

🏢 Facilities Management Professionals

🏗 Construction Professionals

⚙️ Engineering Students

🔌 Electricians

❄️ HVAC Technicians

🚰 Plumbers

🎓 Graduates

🔄 Career Changers

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Recommended Progression Pathway

Building Services Engineering → BIM & Revit Professional Programme → Energy Management & Sustainability → Project Management for Infrastructure & Energy

This pathway provides learners with a clear route from technical building systems expertise to digital construction, sustainability leadership, and project management careers in the built environment sector. .