Engineers fast track course Including Gas Certification
This course is designed for someone that is just entering the industry and wants to complete all the certificates required to be able to undertake all angles of the business.
We also recommend that you in list in both the bolt on packages which will get you and your business fully up and running in just a few weeks.
The course is a 10 day course held over two weeks it can either be completed at one location or split over two different training centres you can even take a week or so off in between each week if required.
At MCCTUK, we pride ourselves on the quality of training, allowing you to go and start your business with confidence.
Our tutors are either current or past Motorhome /caravan engineers with many years experience.
We teach you what is relevant for today's Motorhomes / caravans as well as historical industry equipment such as Boilers and older style fridges.
Our workshop is full of equipment from the 1990’s right up to modern day equipment that is on the market right now and currently being installed in new Motorhomes and Caravans. We Have Fridges, Boilers, hobs, control panels to name a few pieces of equipment you will get to work on.
Giving you total confidence that you will have had experience. On the relevant items, you are likely to come across on a daily basis as a Motorhome / Caravan engineer.
By completing one of our engineering courses It shows your clients that you have a fantastic understanding of the inner workings of there Motorhome / Caravan giving them total peace of mind they have the right engineer for the job.
What you can expect to learn and have an overview of whilst attending the MCCTUK engineers fast track course including Gas certification
Body Structure
Internal and External Maintenance. Repair
Delamination
Damp Inspections and testing
Roof lights and Air Vents
Tyre Aging and Tread Testing
Electrical Systems
Bloc Systems
Sargent Systems
Control Panels Overview
Wiring 12v and 240v
Cable Sizing
Fuse Rating
Battery Types
Battery Maintenance
Connections and Crimping
Earthing
Battery Housing
Split Relay Charger Types and Wiring
240v Trips and Safety Boards
Invertors
Solar Panels
Crimping Cables
Generators
Gas Systems
With the fast-track course which includes Gas Certification you spend a full 5 days the second week, concentrates on gas at the end of the course you will be full qualified and hold a STGW gas qualification which has replaced the ACOP certificate this qualification means you can work on any gas system on a privately owned Motorhome / Caravan.
Propane/ Butane
Standard Gas Bottles
Refillable Systems
Gas Pipes High / Low-Pressure Types and Dating
Ventilation
Gas Pipe Connections
Regulator Types and Dating
Gas Leak Detection
Gas Insulation
Pressure Testing
Gas Regulations
Gas Bottle Storage
Carbon Monoxide Testing
Water system
Water Pumps Type and Applications
Water Taps and Connections
Water Tanks Maintenance
Toilet Servicing
Seals
Pumps
Types
Heating and hot water system
Boiler types, Testing and Usage
Heating Propex and Diesel Heaters
BTU Rating
Flu Types and Testing
Heating Ducting and Connections
Carbon Monoxide Testing
Ovens, Hobs and Microwaves
Oven / Hob types
Oven Servicing
Safety testing
Ventilation
Thermal Couples
Flame Types
Cooker Safety Regulations
Fridges and Freezers
Type of Fridges
Applications
Fridge Testing and Assembly
Carbon Monoxide Testing
Element Testing
Burn Testing
Control Board Overview
12v, 240v and Gas Testing Setup
Fridge Sealing and Ventilation / Flu Testing / Setup
Thermal Couples
Flame Types
Fridge Safety Regulations
The Business
Habitation / Repair Paperwork and Stickers
Trade Suppliers
List of tools required
Insurance
Why join / become a HabCert franchise member and what are the Advantages of being a HabCert franchise member (membership is optional)
Having completed our fast-track course including the gas certification course. You will be invited to join HabCert.
The joining fee for engineers that have taken our fast-track course including the gas certification is free.
By becoming a HabCert member, you will be supplied with pre-booked appointments as well as online and offline marketing. You will also have access to there, online portal where you will find stacks of information. On both products and suppliers.
The online portal also has all the relevant paperwork. You require to be a HabCert motorhome / caravan engineer. Within the portal you will find a full CRM package {Customer relation Management} suite where you can set reminders of upcoming work. Schedule your work along with the days and times you are working. It also holds all your accounts information such as how many jobs you have done and the monies you have earned.
Its entirely up to you how much work you take on from HabCert and you will also be running your own company generating your own appointments however, we have found that new engineers that join HabCert have a lot more success in the marketplace than those that don't. This is due to the fact that HabCert is already a recognised name within the marketplace with the general public and a trusted brand.
HabCert Members are also invited back for 1 day. Specialist courses, covering individual manufacturers products as new products come onto the market.
How many people will be attending the courses?
We never have more than 4 people attending the 1st week of the course. However the second week. The Gas part of the course may have up to 8 people attending.
What time does the courses start
Our courses start at 8:30 and finish at 6 o'clock. This is so that we can maximise the time that we have with you.
Is the course conducted indoors?
All of our courses are conducted indoors.
Do we have to bring our own tools and Equipment?
No everything you need to take part in the course is supplied for you
Do we get to actually work on caravans and equipment?
Yes you do the course is 50% practical Based and 50% class room based
Will I get any certification for taking part in the course?
You will get certificates from the MCCTUK for each module along with your gas certificate.
Can I start work straight after finishing the fast track course?
We encourage people to get their business up and running as soon as possible.
Do we get a lunch break during the day?
Lunches is supplied for you on all working days of the firstly week and depending on which centre you choose to do the second week may also be included there as well. The day is structured and has two 15 minute breaks and a 45 minute lunch break.
Can you give me advice as to what tools are required to be able to start my business?
Not only can we give advice We also have starter packs available to buy along with individual items that you may require.
Can you help me setup my business?
Yes, we offer two further one day bolt on packages The first package covers Social Media and Marketing included in this package is a website, 1 years hosting, a URL {Domain Name} all required photographs for the website, your company Logo design and point of sale material which includes 100 business card. You also have the option to extend the point of sale material to include, Uniforms, Printed pens, Stickers and Mugs.
Package two is a business start-up package which will go over Tax and VAT along with opening a Limited company which can be done whilst on the course via the HMRC web portal. Book keeping, Invoicing you will leave with templates to help you complete letterheads and invoices if you have already attended package one your templates will include your logo that was designed in package one.
Where is the MCCTUK based?
Our training school is less than 1 hour from the M25 / Cambridge as well as Stansted airport. So, we are easily located from anywhere in the country.
Are all courses held at the same location?
The engineer’s fast track course including the gas certification course
maybe held at 2 different locations the first week is held in Sudbury and the second week maybe held in Sudbury or at one of our Gas training centres.
Where can I stay whilst on the training course?
Sudbury is 3 miles away from the training school, Sudbury has several places. You can stay to fit all budgets from hotels to bed and breakfast. There are also plenty of airbnb's locally as well as campsites.
Do the Training centres have parking on site?
All of the training centres have easy parking either in the facility or on the road outside
Engineers Fast Track Course
Starts on the 4th Friday of the Month.
Maximum places are 4 the course start time is 8.30am until 6pm and lasts 10 days, 12 days if you include the two bolt on packages
The course is split over 2 weeks and maybe held in two different location the 1st week in one location and the second in another.
The day is structured with two 15 min breaks and 45 mins for lunch
Bolt on packages
Social / Marketing Startup Package
Starts on the Saturday after the first five days so between the first and second week of the fast track course.
Maximum places are 4 the course start time is 8.30am until 6pm and lasts 1 day
The day is structured with two 15 min breaks and 45 mins for lunch
[This course is not available to people attending the Owners course]
Business Startup Package
Starts on the Sunday after the first five days so between the first and second week of the fast track course.
Maximum places are 4 the course start time is 8.30am until 6pm and lasts 1 days
The day is structured with two 15 min breaks and 45 mins for lunch
[This course is not available to people attending the Owners course]
Please contact us either by phone or the form below for more information and Pricing along with course availability