Knowledge sharing and collaboration are crucial for the future of the building automation industry. Technologies and work processes are developing rapidly, which requires well-trained professionals and strong collaborations between educational institutions and the business community. The Education & Collaboration Expertise Group offers a platform where experts discuss current topics and explore opportunities for collaboration.
TVVL, ROVC and FHI join forces for better technical education
A clear and practical training offer The demand for technically trained personnel is growing, and with it the need for targeted training. That is why TVVL, ROVC and FHI Gebouw Automatisering are joining forces. Together we are developing a clear and practical training offer, perfectly tailored to the market. This offer offers a suitable learning path for starters, movers and specialists in building automation. Employers can train or retrain their employees, so that they are ready for the challenges of tomorrow. Why this collaboration? Practical learning paths - directly applicable knowledge For every level - from basic skills to specialist expertise Connection to the market - training tailored to current developments
Do you want to invest in training and development within installation technology? There are various subsidy options that can help you reduce costs. We list the most important schemes for you.
For installation companies
Wij Techniek is the Training and Development Fund for the technical installation company. With financial support and expertise, they make education more accessible. Below you will find three interesting subsidy schemes:
Development Incentive Scheme (OSR)
Employers can receive a contribution towards the costs of education and training, as long as there is still subsidy credit available at Wij Techniek. All TVVL courses fall under this scheme. Consult with your employer, because only he or she can apply for this subsidy. More information
Future-proof Installations Regulation (RTI)
Do you want to implement large-scale changes within your organization? This scheme supports the change process and contributes to training costs, so that employees can learn new skills. More information
Training vouchers
Employees in the technical installation sector can apply for a training voucher of up to €1,500 including VAT for training costs. More information
General subsidies (national and regional)
In addition to sector-specific subsidies, there are also general subsidy schemes available. Here you will find two useful websites to find the right subsidy:
Leeroverzicht.nl provides an overview of all subsidy options based on your situation. View subsidies
SER has a comprehensive overview of subsidies for lifelong development. More information
Develop your knowledge and skills
In a sector that is constantly changing, it is essential to keep your knowledge and skills up to date. The training overview provides an overview of the training and courses, specifically tailored to professionals in the building automation sector. All training courses are provided by experienced trainers and are aimed at direct applicability in practice. Whether you are a starter or have years of experience, with a training course you invest in your personal and professional growth.
Completed technical training | MBO level 4 - Experience in the installation industry
You understand the connections between the different sub-areas such as climate technology and generation of heat and cold. You are able to read and understand a design diagram. The concept of PID control no longer holds any secrets for you. You have sufficient baggage to further specialize in one of the sub-areas in practice. With sufficient work experience, you can also possibly grow into a building automation engineer.
Diploma for HAVO, VWO or MBO level 4. You are employed or want to work in the technology sector. You are interested in tools, machines, production resources and processes, electronics, IT, innovation and sustainability. You want to work in climate technology.
You develop into a mechanical engineer with a focus on climate technology. You weigh technological and organizational factors against feasibility and sustainability. You work interdisciplinary, find the best technical and sustainable solution and can manage projects.
HBO program sustainable building installationsNCOI
You work in climate technology. You want to delve into sustainable climate solutions.
You have immersed yourself in the latest developments in the field of sustainable construction and its application in climate installations. You have insight into the possibilities for saving energy and learn to apply this in the design of installations. Sustainability is the theme in construction, with this deepening in sustainable building installations you have excellent prospects in construction.
Smart Building Technician – BOLROC, MBO BOL
You have learned that with Smart Building you can design sustainable buildings in which it is pleasant to live and work. Because the education combines construction with electrical engineering, installation technology and ICT. As a result, you now have all the knowledge to be the technician of the future.
Building automation engineerROVC, MBO
No specific prior education is required. Future fitters at installation companies. You will be involved in the assembly and installation of HVAC field components for building automation.
You now know everything about installing field components and the construction and operation of climate systems within building automation.
You work as a breakdown or maintenance engineer. You want to develop more knowledge about measurement and control technology.
You now know everything about building control loops and processing control loops, about the inspection and maintenance of instrumentation and control valves and about troubleshooting within control loops,
Measurement & control technology – BasicROVC, MBO course
Affinity with technology, technical education or some technical work experience desired. MBO-2 work and thinking level.
You now know everything about the function and operation of components within measuring and control systems, such as different types of sensors and control valves, and how to get started with locating and solving simple faults in installations.
MRK-AROVC, MBO course
Some knowledge of climate technology required. Already working as a technical service employee, breakdown mechanic, maintenance mechanic or installation mechanic. You want to expand your knowledge of climate installations.
You know the principles of measurement and control technology. You recognize the symbols, block diagrams and their definitions. You recognize sensors and other equipment. You now know how to arrange inspection and maintenance of the measurement and control section.
MRK-AROVC, HBO course
You have at least completed the MRK-A or KLI-A training or you already have an HBO diploma in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering. You work as a designer, builder, consultant, manager or installer with climate control systems on a daily or regular basis. You want to develop further in the design, regulation, security and control of these systems.
You know all the skills needed to design control, management and security systems in refrigeration and climate technology. You know everything about drawing up functional designs, designing strategies and advising on this. You know everything about the construction and operation of climate installations and you can put them into operation.
MRK-CROVC, HBO course
You have at least completed the MRK-A or KLI-A training or you already have an HBO diploma in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering. You work as a designer, builder, consultant, manager or installer with climate control systems on a daily or regular basis. You want to develop further in the design, regulation, security and control of these systems.
You know all the skills needed to design control, management and security systems in refrigeration and climate technology. You know everything about drawing up functional designs, designing strategies and advising on this. You know everything about the construction and operation of climate installations and you can put them into operation.
KLIROVC, MBO course
You have completed a KLI-A training course or an MBO-4 level training course (electrical engineering / mechanical engineering / installation technology) and you require relevant work experience.
You now know everything about the construction and design of climate control systems. You can provide design or improvement advice within climate technology. You can make a choice in generation and delivery systems and you can dimension components and installations based on principles such as comfort, energy consumption and sound.
KLI-CROVC, HBO course
You have completed a KLI-A training course or an MBO-4 level training course (electrical engineering / mechanical engineering / installation technology) and you require relevant work experience.
You now know everything about the construction and design of climate control systems. You can provide design or improvement advice within climate technology. You can make a choice in generation and delivery systems and you can dimension components and installations based on principles such as comfort, energy consumption and sound.The climate control training (KLI-C) offers you the opportunity to be involved in climate control installations in areas such as design, development and (sales) engineering.
Course
To demand
What do you learn
Building Management Systems – Basic UseROVC, MBO course
No required education necessary.
You now know all the applications and functions of BMS systems, you know the structure of BMS systems and you can work with a building management system, operation and fault messages.
Building management systems – troubleshootingROVC, MBO course
You work as a service technician at an installation company. You work as an employee TD buildings. You work as a manager of a large building (hospitals, offices and school complexes).
You know how to update maintenance and faults in building management systems. You know how the construction and operation of building management systems are put together. You know what to do with signal transmitters in the field, connecting and testing, troubleshooting.
Installing building automationROVC, MBO course
You want to gain knowledge as an installation technician around measurement and control technology used in building automation. You are new to the sector and want to learn more about installing building automation.
You now know the basics of building automation. You know the principle diagrams and you know how to assemble field components in climate technology.
Wiring and connecting HVAC field components ROVC, MBO course
No prior knowledge is required to successfully follow and complete this training.
You have become familiar with electrical concepts and field components. You now know the field of climate technology and the concepts. You can read connection diagrams and the occurring signals and you can connect field components.
Professional training for building automation technicianROVC, MBO training
You do not need any specific prior education. You are a (future) fitter at installation companies. In the future, you want to be involved in the assembly and installation of HVAC field components for building automation.
You know how to assemble and install HVAC field components for building automation. You know how to apply safe assembly and installation of HVAC field components. You know how the construction and operation of climate systems should be.
Networks- Ethernet TCP/IPROVC, MBO course
As a technician, you will have a lot to do with network connections. You have little or no knowledge of network environments. A technical background and basic knowledge of Windows is required.
You know the applications of Ethernet TCP/IP. You know the ICT concepts within network environment, including abbreviations. You can work with software tools for testing, monitoring and troubleshooting.
Higher measurement and control technologyTVVL, post-HBO course
You are an experienced (lead) engineer, designer, project manager, working at a consultancy firm, installation company, regulation firm, supplier, client or government.
You are able to perform dimensioning and design calculations and make and present choices about the control system of climate installations for the built environment.
System architectTVVL, post-HBO course
You are an experienced engineer, system engineer, project leader, project manager, technical manager, and other professional in building automation who wants to develop into a system architect.
You have defined a systematic approach for design and implementation processes in building automation (Systems Engineering, view models). You can act as a process supervisor during the design of the implementation process (commissioning). You are ultimately responsible for the realization of the building automation systems.
Commissioning specialistTVVL, post-HBO course
You are an experienced HBO technician (at least 2 years of work experience) or MBO technician with several years of work experience, working at a consultancy firm, installation company, client or government.
You have the skills to independently draw up a commissioning plan. You can perform the commissioning activities. You can draw up and approve Cx reports.
You work at a consultancy firm, installation company or a measurement and control specialist. You are a building owner or manager with knowledge of HVAC installations, measurement and control technology and you have an affinity with programming.
You can effectively use measurement data from buildings and how to gain insight into the performance of the climate system and the building. You know how to select and use the right data variables to develop performance monitoring algorithms. You know how to best present the behavior and visualize the performance of HVAC installations in reports and dashboards.
post-mbo Engineer Building Automation and ManagementTVVL, post-HBO course
You want to develop yourself. You work for a measurement and control specialist, installation company, consultancy firm or for a technical building manager. You are a project leader in the automation and management of buildings.
Specify and assess the required hardware and building automation components;. Analyze and assess the Building Automation PvE. Draw up a functional design for building automation. Assess and specify the design with regard to various (web) application forms, data exchange, integration in ICT and ICT security.
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