Infrared Heating Panels | Domestic & Commercial Specification

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Curriculum
  • 11 Sections
  • 35 Lessons
  • 1 Quiz
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Section 1: Introduction & Overview
4 Lessons
  1. Introduction
  2. Welcome Message
  3. An Overview Of Project Better Energy
  4. Our Mission
Section 2: The Science of Heating – Convection vs. Infrared
6 Lessons
  1. The Current Convection Technology
  2. What is Infrared Heating? (Radiant Heat vs. Convection)
  3. Infrared Heater Output & Positioning
  4. What is Infrared Heating? (Direct Surface Warming & Comfort)
  5. What is Infrared Heating? (Solar Analogy & Thermal Mass)
  6. Infrared Heater Output & Compliance with Building Regulations Part L
Section 3: Benefits and Applications of Infrared Heating
5 Lessons
  1. Benefits of Infrared Heating (Eliminating Cold Spots)
  2. Benefits of Infrared Heating (Zoned Heating & Sizing Efficiency)
  3. Carbon Emissions and Energy Efficiency (Part L Compliance)
  4. Benefits of Infrared Heating (Renewable Integration, Silent Operation, No Moving Parts)
  5. Benefits of Infrared Heating (Outdoor Infrared Bar Heating)
Section 4: Technical Design & Calculations
1 Lesson
  1. Heat Loss Calculation (Fabric Heat Loss, U-Values, and Room-by-Room Wattage Formulas)
Section 5: Product Range & History
4 Lessons
  1. What is an Infrared Heating Panel? (Electromagnetic Radiation Transfer)
  2. Infrared Heating Panels – Standard, Small, Tall, and Glass/Mirror Ranges
  3. Infrared Heating Panels – Aluminium Square, Aluminium Rectangle, and Towel Rails
  4. History of Infrared Discovery (Sir William Herschel, 1800)
Section 6: Decarbonising Heat & Regulatory Context
7 Lessons
  1. How Much Does Heating Contribute to UK Carbon Emissions?
  2. Why Do We Need to Decarbonise Heat? (Net Zero 2050 Target)
  3. What Are the Challenges of Heat Decarbonisation? (Workforce, Efficiency, Awareness)
  4. What Do Net Zero Targets Mean for Heating?
  5. What Is Low Carbon Heating? (UK Electricity Supply Breakdown)
  6. 3 Steps to Switch to Low Carbon Heating
  7. How Infrared Heating Complies with Building Regulations Part L (L1b & L2)
Section 7: Longevity, Manufacturing, and Environment
3 Lessons
  1. Longevity, Failure, and Life Cycle (10-20 Year Lifespan)
  2. Environmental Impact of Infrared Heating (Material Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Recyclability)
  3. The Scale of the Challenge (Transition Rates: 20,000 Homes/Week)
Section 8: Case Studies & Performance Data
3 Lessons
  1. Case Study – Energy House 2.0 Testing Facility at the University of Salford
  2. New Build Case Study – 3-Bed House Running Cost Profile & SAP Score
  3. Retro-Fit Case Study – 3-Bed House Running Cost Profile (Energy Rating Improvement from F to C)
Section 9: Conclusion
2 Lessons
  1. Q&A / Thank You
  2. Project CURV Contact Information
End-of-Module Assessment
1 Quiz
  1. Assessement

CPD Course: Infrared Heating Panels – Domestic & Commercial Specification

Course Overview

Presented by Project CURV (part of Project Better Energy), this Continuing Professional Development (CPD) session provides a comprehensive look at Infrared Heating Panels and their vital role in low-carbon building design. As the UK pushes towards its Net Zero targets, this course equips architects, consultants, and developers with the knowledge needed to specify efficient, modern heating solutions for both domestic and commercial environments.

 

Key Learning Objectives

  • The Science of Infrared Heating: Understand how radiant infrared technology works by directly warming objects, surfaces, and people (comparable to the sun) rather than circulating hot air via traditional convection.

  • Decarbonising Heat & Regulatory Compliance: Examine UK carbon emission statistics, the challenges of heat decarbonisation, and how infrared panels comply with Building Regulations Part L (energy efficiency, zoning, and controls).

  • System Design & Calculations: Learn how to perform fabric and infiltration heat-loss calculations, assess U-values, and determine accurate room-by-room heating requirements (wattage per cubic metre).

  • Product Specifications & Integration: Explore panel types (glass, aluminium, and stainless-steel towel rails), power outputs (300W to 1100W), mounting options (wall or ceiling), and how they pair with solar PV and battery storage.

  • Real-World Performance & Case Studies: Review data from actual University of Salford Energy House testing and field case studies demonstrating energy efficiency and running costs in new-build and retro-fit properties.

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