Certificate in Training in Low Energy Buildings – Cork

This FREE Train the Trainers programme has been developed to bridge the knowledge gap that exists in relation to low-energy buildings. The aim of this training is to up-skill trainers of construction related craft apprenticeships in low energy building technologies and standards and the delivery of training on the fundamental principles of this subject area to construction workers.  This will equip such trainers to train new and exist building construction workers on low energy buildings and contribute to Ireland meeting relevant energy targets in relation to sustainable buildings.

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Training Dates

Module 1: Building for Energy Performance

Monday 12 October | Venue TBC | Workshop

Tuesday 13 October | Venue TBC | Site Visit

Module 2: Building Fabric

Monday 16 November | Venue TBC | Workshop

Tuesday 17 November | Venue TBC | Site Visit

Module 3: Building Services

Monday 18 January | Venue TBC | Workshop

Tuesday 19 January | Venue TBC | Site Visit

Module 4: Pedagogical Approaches

Monday 22 February | Venue TBC | Workshop

Tuesday 23 February | Venue TBC | Workshop

Entry Requirements

To qualify for entry onto this programme you need to hold a National/Advanced Craft Certificate or equivalent (Level 6) in construction related trade or Higher Certificate (Level 6) in a Construction Related Discipline and have a minimum of two years’ experience in the delivery of construction related craft apprenticeship training or equivalent.  Equivalence would be proved by evidence of delivery of four training courses in a related field. Applicants would need to provide two verifiable references to this effect.

Programme Modules

The programmes consists of 4 modules on Building for Energy Performance, Building Fabric, Building Services and Pedagogical Approaches.  Details of the Modules are shown below.  The Programme will carry 20 credits (ECTS) at Level 7.

The programme will include a mixture of class room, site visits and blended learning activities and will be delivered over a 5/6 month period.

Module 1: Building for Energy Performance

The aim of this module is to provide the learner with knowledge of the context for the recent changes in emphasis in the construction sector towards energy performance of buildings, and the significant moves towards low energy and near zero energy buildings. This includes details of changes to building standards related to energy performance that have occurred since 2002 and their implications for the skills required for implementation onsite.

Module 2: Building Fabric

The aim of this module is to provide the learner with knowledge of the underpinning principles of building fabric technology in low energy buildings and the methods by which its performance is measured

Module 3: Building Services

The aim of the module is to provide the learner with knowledge of the factors affecting energy usage and efficiencies for heating, lighting and ventilation systems in buildings. This includes an overview of the renewable technologies that may be deployed as alternative energy sources for heating and electricity.

Module 4: Pedagogical Approaches to Course Delivery

The aim of this module is to enhance the learner’s current knowledge and skill as a trainer, to facilitate effective delivery of course content in Low Energy Buildings by Blended Learning. It covers techniques in lesson planning and design of activities that accommodate different learning styles geared to enhancing learner participation.

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