This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design hydronic heating and cooling systems, determine relevant installation details and prepare system specifications for residential and commercial buildings with at least three split levels and incorporating a roof top plant room and under croft level.

The role involves interaction with architects, builders, suppliers, clients and relevant planning authorities and requires a sound understanding of applicable legislation, standards and codes.

This unit is suitable for experienced tradespeople such as hydraulic design consultants or persons in a supervisory capacity in relation to plumbing services on a new or existing site.

In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.