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 5 October | Institute of Technology Blanchardstown | Workshop
Tuesday 6 October | Venue TBC | Site Visit
Module 2: Building Fabric
Monday 9 November | Institute of Technology Blanchardstown | Workshop
Tuesday 10 November | Venue TBC | Site Visit
Module 3: Building Services
Monday 11 January | Institute of Technology Blanchardstown | Workshop
Tuesday 12 January | Venue TBS | Site Visit
Module 4: Pedagogical Approaches
Monday 15 February | Institute of Technology Blanchardstown | Workshop
Tuesday 16 February | Institute of Technology Blanchardstown | 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.
