QUALIBOIS Heating installers, plumbers, construction professionals, and design office staff specializing in water systems
Objective: To obtain QUALIBOIS “WATER MODULE” certification
Acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to install a wood-burning heating system.
- Assess the feasibility of the project based on the location.
- Choose a system that is suitable and meets the customer's needs.
- Perform the installation in accordance with best practices and safety standards.
Target Audience & Prerequisites
- Professional skills in HVAC and plumbing
- Basics of Building Thermal Performance
Proven skills:
1. Day 1 (7 hours)
- Review the commitment to the QualiBois Charter
- Understanding the regulations governing wood heating
- Understand the physical properties of wood, its combustion, and all types of heating systems
- Learn about the different types of wood-burning heating systems
2. Day 2 (7 hours)
- Understanding the unique challenges of wood-burning stoves
- How to Set Up a Wood-Burning Heating System
- How to size a heating system
- Assess the feasibility of the project based on the location
3. Day 3 (7 hours)
- Understanding the different types of dual-energy systems
- How to Size a Buffer Tank
- Knowing how to properly size a plumbing system
- Analyze the flue gases from an automatic wood-fired boiler and adjust the control settings
Assessment Criteria
- Acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to install a wood-burning heating system.
- Assess the feasibility of the project based on the location.
- Choose a system that is suitable and meets the customer's needs.
- Perform the installation properly and safely
Duration and cost of the training
3-day training course
Success indicators:
- Pass rate for the previous year 90.90%
- Further education NC%
- Interruption of studies NC%
- Entry into the workforce NC%
Monitoring procedures:
The program is based on teaching methods that focus on individualized instruction.
We have chosen an educational strategy aimed at:
Tailor learning paths by offering each individual a personalized program,
Foster autonomy by empowering our trainees to take ownership of their learning,
Develop a culture of technology by integrating all components, including those related to workplace safety,
Cultivate professional attitudes, methods, and rigor.
Course phases and individualized case studies are validated by the lead instructor through collaborative work in small groups.
Practical training phases are evaluated individually by the lead instructor, who records the results in a skills portfolio.
Supervised time for tutorials and practical work is also scheduled to prepare for the certification
A computer lab is available for preparing the internship and workplace activity report, which is required to pass the CAP MV.