Introduction to DIY Solar Hot Water
Short course
In Knaphill
Description
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Type
Short course
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Level
Beginner
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Location
Knaphill
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Duration
1 Day
Suitable for: DIY enthusiasts
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Teachers and trainers (1)
Lee Rose
renewable energy installer
Lee is a domestic solar thermal specialist owning Norfolk Solar, and regularly teaches on solar training courses at LILI, BroadSol and the Centre for Alternative Technology. He has also worked closely with Logic Certification to develop their DTI recognised solar domestic hot water training course for plumbing and heating engineers, and has been involved in a number of publicatio
Course programme
This course is delivered by Lee Rose of Norfolk Solar, one of the leading solar hot water tutors in the UK and will cover the theory of solar hot water systems, the different types, system efficiencies and provide a thorough understanding of solar hot water as a renewable technology and an outline on how to install your own system.
It will also provide a practical demonstration as to how to fit your own system (attachments, integrating with existing plumbing system, commission and maintenance). Existing knowledge of plumbing systems is beneficial but not necessary.
The course content will include:
- What is solar thermal?
- Different kinds of solar thermal systems
- Evacuated tubes v flat plate
- System efficiencies
- Explanation of heat exchangers and storage vessels
- Explanation of the different hot water systems that people have, and how to incorporate solar hot water
Participants will have a good understanding of how a solar thermal panel is made, and will be shown how to make their own if they wish. The panel that they could make is fairly basic but it is functional and materials can be locally sourced. From here, participants can build their own panels, or have a good understanding of what to look for if they prefer to buy panels; they will also be able to source the correct parts to put together a simple solar thermal system. They will also be able to engage a professional installer with confidence if they prefer.
Introduction to DIY Solar Hot Water