Higher Technician in Thermal and Fluids Installations Maintenance

Higher Technician in Thermal and Fluids Installations Maintenance

DIPLOMA DESCRIPTION

The holder of this diploma will have acquired the General Competence with regard to:

Planning, managing, and supervising the fitting and maintenance of thermal and fluids installations in buildings and industrial processes, in accordance with the established regulations and rules, following protocols of quality, safety, labour risk prevention, and environmental protection.

RANGE OF OCCUPATIONS ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOLDER OF THE DIPLOMA

The Higher Technician in Thermal and Fluids Installations Maintenance works in industries involved in the installation and maintenance of thermal and fluids systems related to the sub-sector of HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) and water heating, within the industrial sector and the construction and civil works sector.

The most relevant occupations or jobs include:

• Technician in the planning and scheduling of maintenance processes for thermal and fluids installations.
• Manager of networks and fluids distribution system fitting staff.
• Maintenance staff manager.
• Industrial refrigeration technician.
• Refrigeration technician.
• Air conditioning and ventilating-air replacement technician.
• Fluids distribution networks and systems technician.
• Heating installations technician.
• Heating and water heating systems fitter.
• Person in charge of heating and water heating systems maintenance.
• Technician in the maintenance of auxiliary installations of production.
• Thermal installations fitting supervisor.
• Manager of heat installations maintenance staff.

AWARD, ACCREDITATION AND LEVEL OF THE DIPLOMA

Name of the body awarding the diploma on behalf of the King of Spain:
Spanish Ministry of Education or the different Autonomous Communities according to their areas of competence. The title has academic and professional validity throughout Spain.

Official duration of the education/training leading to the diploma:
2000 hours.

Level of the diploma (national or international):

• NATIONAL: Non-University Higher Education.
• INTERNATIONAL:
  • Level 5 of the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED5).
  • Level 5 of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF5).

Entry requirements:
Holding the Certificate in Post-Compulsory Secondary Education (Bachillerato) or passing the corresponding access test.

Access to next level of education/training:
This diploma provides access to university studies.

Legal basis:
Basic regulation according to which the diploma is established:

• Minimum teaching requirements established by the State: Royal Decree 220/2008, of 15 February, which establishes the diploma of Higher Technician in Thermal and Fluids Installations Maintenance and its corresponding minimum teaching requirements.

Explanatory note:
This document is designed to provide additional information about the specified diploma and does not have any legal status in itself.

COURSE STRUCTURE OF THE OFFICIALLY RECOGNISED DIPLOMA

TOTAL CREDITS: 120
OFFICIAL DURATION (HOURS): 2000

Here is a more detailed summary of each module of the diploma:

1. Electrical and Automatic Systems: The holder of the diploma selects and configures electrical machines and their associated power supply, protection, and control systems by analyzing technical requirements. They configure wired regulation and control systems using pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical technologies, ensuring compliance with regulations. The holder performs installation operations, verifies the functionality of automatic security systems, and diagnoses and repairs faults by analyzing symptoms and identifying their causes. They configure and implement programmable automatic systems, ensuring proper installation and functionality through verification tests.

2. Thermal Equipment and Installations: The diploma holder calculates the thermal load for heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning installations using tables, diagrams, and software tools. They determine the function and operation of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, analyzing the role of each component within the system. They assess fluid transport parameters and apply regulatory requirements for fire protection installations, ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.

3. Installations Fitting Processes: The holder identifies the properties and treatments of materials used in thermal and fluids installations. They perform manual machining and shaping operations, establishing the connection between machine operations and process conditions. They apply various joining techniques, including non-welded and welded joints, based on the characteristics of materials and installation requirements. They assemble heating and air conditioning equipment following technical plans and manufacturer guidelines, ensuring compliance with technical and safety regulations.

4. Graphical Representation of Installations: The diploma holder interprets and represents elements and components of thermal and fluid installations using standardized symbols on technical drawings and schematics. They develop initial diagrams using computer-aided design (CAD) software, design detailed plans and isometrics, and ensure compliance with established industry standards and design conventions.

5. Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency: The holder evaluates the energy savings and environmental impact of renewable energy installations by comparing them to conventional systems. They calculate losses due to shading, slope, and orientation of solar installations, assess solar collector efficiency, and analyze energy needs of buildings to implement sustainable and efficient solutions.

6. Fitting, Quality, and Maintenance Management: The diploma holder develops installation and maintenance plans for thermal and fluid systems, analyzing technical documentation and quality assurance protocols. They manage spare parts procurement and storage, prepare cost estimates, and implement quality assurance measures in accordance with management standards. They schedule preventive maintenance operations, allocating resources and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental requirements.

7. Configuration of Thermal and Fluids Installations: The holder determines the thermal power demand of installations, selects appropriate equipment and components using calculation methods, and designs fluid distribution networks. They prepare initial plans and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with representation rules and using CAD tools to provide a comprehensive technical solution.

8. Maintenance of Cooling and Air Conditioning Installations: The diploma holder installs and commissions cooling and air conditioning systems by interpreting technical schematics and operational guidelines. They perform leak tests following regulatory criteria, install electrical panels and automated systems, diagnose faults, and carry out preventive and corrective maintenance tasks, ensuring the optimal performance of installations.

9. Maintenance of Heat and Fluids Installations: The holder carries out installation and maintenance operations for heating and fluid systems, interpreting technical documentation and manufacturer guidelines. They conduct leak tests, install associated electrical systems, and diagnose and resolve malfunctions through preventive and corrective maintenance strategies to restore system functionality.

10. Project in Thermal and Fluids Installations Maintenance: The diploma holder identifies sector-specific needs and translates them into standard project proposals. They design and implement projects following a structured methodology, develop intervention plans, and define procedures for project monitoring and control, ensuring compliance with technical, financial, and environmental criteria.

11. Professional Training and Guidance: The holder identifies job opportunities and lifelong learning alternatives in the field. They apply teamwork strategies to achieve organizational goals, understand their rights and responsibilities in employment relationships, and evaluate workplace risks. They participate in the creation of occupational risk prevention plans and apply safety measures within the work environment.

12. Business and Entrepreneurial Initiative: The holder develops entrepreneurial skills by analyzing business opportunities, assessing their economic and ethical impact, and managing the creation of small enterprises. They identify the legal obligations and financial management aspects of running an SME, including taxation, accounting, and administrative tasks.

13. On the Job Training: The diploma holder applies their professional skills in real work environments, following ethical and technical procedures defined by the company. They supervise the installation and maintenance of cooling and heating systems, ensuring quality and safety standards are met while planning preventive maintenance and managing repairs effectively.