The Applied Building Thermography training programme is a comprehensive 3-day course designed to equip construction professionals, surveyors, and building specialists with the core skills needed to apply thermal imaging techniques for diagnosing building performance issues. Delivered by ScanTherm, a leading provider in this field, the training combines theoretical learning, practical camera operation, and real-world case studies, ensuring participants can confidently carry out thermal surveys and accurately interpret results.

Thermal imaging is rapidly becoming a key diagnostic tool in construction, retrofit, and facilities management, helping to identify heat loss, air leakage, moisture ingress, and HVAC performance issues. This course ensures learners understand how to capture reliable thermal images and analyse them effectively to provide clear, evidence-based reports for clients and regulatory compliance.

Who Is This Course For?

Surveyors, Energy Assessors & Retrofit Coordinators
Facilities Managers & Building Inspectors
Plumbers, HVAC Engineers, & Restoration Technicians
Architects, Designers & Construction Professionals
Anyone looking to integrate thermal imaging into building diagnostics

What You’ll Learn

The Basics – Introduction to thermography, building physics, and thermal camera use.
Camera Selection & Settings – Understanding equipment options and correct calibration.
Heat Loss Surveys – Techniques to identify insulation gaps, thermal bridging, and air leakage.
Moisture Detection – Using thermography to detect damp, condensation, and leaks.
Plumbing & HVAC Diagnostics – Applying thermal imaging to systems performance checks.
Survey Process – Conducting surveys from start to finish, including image capture, software processing, and analysis.
Reporting & Analysis – Producing professional reports with accurate interpretation and clear recommendations.
Hands-on Practice – Real-world case studies and practical exercises to apply learning immediately.

Course Format & Duration

3 Days In-Person Training

When:  1st – 3 July
Where:  Delivered at UWTSD Swansea or partner training facilities.
Successful participants receive the ScanTherm Certification in Applied Building Thermography, recognised by the UK Thermography Association (UKTA) as an alternative to Level 1 Certification.
24 Hours CPD Awarded.

Pre-requisites
No prior thermography experience required.
Basic understanding of building construction helpful but not essential.

Delivered By

ScanTherm – One of the UK’s leading thermography training providers, with specialist expertise in building performance diagnostics.

Course Fee

£2150 per person – Course can be delivered as open enrolment or bespoke for employer networks.

Booking & Funding

If you are a CITB registered company you can apply to them for 70% funding towards the cost of this course.  Please contact you local  CITB advisor;

Jon Davies – Swansea & South Powys
Ross Baker – RCT & NPT
Sheila Holmes – Carmarthenshire & Pembrokeshire
John Evans – Bridgend, Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly & Merthyr
Ross Baker – Cardiff, Torfaen, Monmouthshire & Newport

For organisations not registered with CITB you can apply for 50% funding through the Welsh Government’s Flexible Skills Programme.  

If you have any questions about this course please contact Julie on 01792 481273 or julie.evans@uwtsd.ac.uk.

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