Environmental

Entry Level to Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre
Unit 7 Northwest Centre,
Northwest Business Park,
Blanchardstown,
Dublin 15
Trainer George Condell
Learning Outcomes Improve your understanding of RAC systems and the underlying theory
Test your existing knowledge and skills and your aptitude for a career in RAC
See the theory applied to live RAC systems in a dedicated RAC workshop
Gain a solid base knowledge of RAC technology with a view to exploring further learning opportunities
Get better value from RAC product training provided by suppliers
Gain hands-on experience of RAC equipment as you strip down and rebuild a complete refrigeration circuit.
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Entry Requirements This course is particularly well suited to learners who are:

working in the RAC sector with no previous training on RAC fundamentals, e.g., sales and support staff, new employees,
technical staff with other trade backgrounds or disciplines,
considering further education (e.g., an apprenticeship) or a career in the RAC sector,
responsible for the purchasing or operation of refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pump systems.

Careers or Further Progression Level 2 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas & ODS Regulations For Stationary RAC
Course Content This course assumes no previous knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning technology.

It will give learners a basic - but solid - understanding of the fundamentals of refrigeration, the main system types and components, the range of applications, including air conditioning and heat pumps, the use of controls, and the key provisions and impact of recent legislation on the sector.

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course Dates:
14th / 21st / 28th February 2013
6th / 13th / 20th 27th March 2013
3rd April 2013
Subjects Taught Refrigeration
Air Conditioning
Heat-pumps
Controls
Components
Legislation
Duration One Day a week for 8 weeks
Comment Refrigeration Skillnet is a not-for profit, industry-led learning network for companies in the refrigeration, air conditioning (RAC), heat pump and fire engineering sector in Ireland. The Refrigeration Skillnet is funded by member companies and the Training Networks Programme, an initiative of Skillnets Ltd. funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Education and Skills.
Number of Places 15
Course Fee Subsidised training for Refrigeration Skillnet network member companies.
(not a member?... see www.refrigerationskillnet.ie for info)
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/trainingcourses.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

F-Gas & ODS Regulations C&G 2079 Cat I Masterclass

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre,
Unit 7 Northwest Centre,
Northwest Business Park,
Blanchardstown,
Dublin 15.
Trainer George Condell
Methods of Assessment Theory and Practical
Learning Outcomes • Identify basic terms, principles, units, theory and thermodynamics of vapour compression cycles and refrigerants.
• Identify the causes and effects of global warming and climate change.
• Identify causes and effects of ozone depletion.
• Identify stationary refrigerant, air conditioning and heat-pump system components, functions and leakage risk.
• Identify the hazards and safe working practices for the installation, commissioning and handling of refrigerants.
• Fabricate, braze and examine pipework.
• Undertake pressure testing, evacuation and record completion.
• Undertake refrigerant charging, leak checking and record keeping.
• Recovery and disposal preparation of refrigerant and oil.
Download Application Form http://alturl.com/szuhn
Eligibility Suitable for Experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineers.

Blended learning course: internet access required

Note this course is a blended learning course and internet access is required.

Minimum requirements: Explorer / Mozilla, adobe reader, flash player.

Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Entry Requirements Recommended:
Craft Certificate or C&G2078 or C&G6127 L2 or FETAC Principles of RAC or appropriate experience.
Course Content The aim of this course is to provide the experienced engineer with the knowledge, skills and certification to work on the installation, service, maintenance, recovery and leak checking of stationary refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pump equipment that contains refrigerants classified as either fluorinated gasses (F-Gas) or Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)

Workplace absence is reduced through our innovative blended learning programme, training is delivered with 1 day classroom training and 1 day assessment with:
• Self learning materials
• Online support
• 1:1 tutorials
• Group tutorials
• Practical workshops

Financial Support €200.00 subsidy for Refrigeration Skillnet Network members
Job Seekers fully subsidised
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course starts on Thursday 24th January 2013 with assessments practicle & theory on 1st February 2013

Course Starts:Thursday 7th March 2013 with assessments practicle & theory on Thursday 14th March 2013

Duration 2 days classroom + blended learning
Number of Places 6
Course Fee €595.00
Course Web Page: 
http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/rt010fgas2079?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Environmental Management

Network: 
ULearning Skillnet
Location of Course IT Sligo - on line
Trainer Institute of Technology Sligo
Learning Outcomes You will be better informed to work in an environmental capacity in your own workplace. In addition you can also apply for an online Level 8 Honours Degree in Environmental Management at IT Sligo. Employment prospects may exist in varied environmental sections of industries and organisations.
Further Enquiries ULearning Skillnet:
Phone: 086 0214825
Email: info@ulearning.ie
Entry Requirements Higher Certificate (Level 6) in a relevant science discipline at Merit Level or equivalent.

Applicants with other qualifications and / or with relevant experience will also be considered. It is also envisaged however, that applicants with different backgrounds can successfully complete the programme, subject to assessment of other recognised qualifications, and / or recognised prior learning and / or relevant work experience. These candidates will be interviewed for suitability and be subject to prior approval by the Programme Board.

Course Content Many organisations develop a management plan or system to implement, manage and maintain environmental goals. This ordinary degree in Environmental Management is specifically designed for people who are required to take an active part in the environmental management affairs of an organisation.

It is also suitable for others who wish to develop their knowledge, skills and competence base in the science of environmental management.

Financial Support This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 20% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet Network. There are also free places available for students who are unemployed and meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 2 Year Course enrolment in September. The closing date for completed applications is 1st September each year (unless otherwise stated on the web page for a particular course). Late applications may be accepted beyond this date up to 14th September depending on availability. Courses are filled on a first come first served basis.
Subjects Taught Modules include:
■Environmental policy and legislation
■Water quality In Irish river basin districts
■Natural heritage management
■Planning and environmental impact assessment
■Energy use and sustainability
■Air quality
■Environmental management systems and auditing
■Environmental management project in the workplace
Duration 2 Years
Course Fee €3,000 per year, Or €500 per 5 credit module, €1,500 per 15 credit module
Course Web Page: 
http://odl.itsligo.ie/science/b-sc-in-environmental-management/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Environmental Quality System

Network: 
HPSU Skillnet
Trainer Corporate Vision are carrying out this 11 day training course
Further Enquiries Philip Kelly
Network Manager
m: 086 814 6060
e: hpsuskillnet@gmail.com
Course Content This course will cover the Environmental Management System (EMS) as defined by ISO 14001 and is part of the overall management system that includes organisational structures, planning activities, responsibilities, practises, procedures, processes and resources for developing, implementing, achieving, reviewing and maintaining policy.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment This course will be run from April 2013.
The start date and enrolment date will be confirmed.
Subjects Taught Identifying KPI's from an Environmental point of view, marketing, sales, tendering, purchasing, sourcing of equipment, training, invoicing.
Duration 11 days spread over a number of weeks
Number of Places 10 places
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No
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