Built Environment / Construction

Passive House Design

Network: 
CITA (Construction IT Alliance) Skillnet
Location of Course Wicklow
Tralee
Cork
Trainer IPHA/Target Zero
Further Enquiries CITA Skillnet
Tel: 01 470 4440
Email: spurcell@cita.ie
Entry Requirements Depends on experience and / or qualifications.

Suitable for This course is aimed at Building Professionals, including Architects and Mechanical and Electrical Engineers

Course Content Learning Objectives:
• Definition of a Passive House; Basic Principles of Designing a Passive House;
• Ventilation and Heating Principles in a Passive House;
• Fundamentals on thermal comfort during the summer;
• Electrical energy;
• Principles of drawing energy balances (PHPP);
• Basics of economic efficiency calculation; Invitations to tender and allocation;
• Construction site management and quality control; Information and support for occupants;
• Refurbishments using Passive House components
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment Dates 01/04/2013
Start Dates: 2013
22nd April - Wicklow
25th April - Tralee
15th May - Cork
Duration 6 days Wicklow
10 days Tralee
7 Days Cork
Course Fee Please contact CITA Skillnet for details
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cita.ie/skilnet_courses.asp
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

BIM Management Course

Network: 
CITA (Construction IT Alliance) Skillnet
Location of Course DIATEC,
Unit 17 The Seapoint Building,
44-45 Clontarf Road,
Clontarf, Dublin 3
Trainer Arcdox
Learning Outcomes The aim of this course is to equip the attendees with the skill-sets to successfully implement and run Revit within an organisation.
Further Enquiries Suzanne Purcell
CITA Skillnet Network Manager
Tel: 01 470 4440
Mob: 086 047 4869
email: spurcell@cita.ie
Entry Requirements Participants should have a good knowledge of Revit & ideally completed the Revit Families & Revit Advanced course in Architecture or MEP or Structure or have equivalent experience using one of the Autodesk Revit suites.

Design, drafting or engineering experience is also highly recommended.

It is recommended that delegates have a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP or Windows 7.

Careers or Further Progression The course is designed for experienced Revit users & is aimed at participants that want to advance their skills & become BIM Coordinators or BIM Managers.
Course Content This course covers:
• understanding the fundamentals of Revit Architecture
• learning how to implement BIMa basic outline of the training available
• Tips & Tricks from a leading Autodesk Revit Architecture expert
• new collaborative working models
Financial Support A substantial discount is available through CITA Skillnet. Please contact CITA Skillnet for details.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment Date 01/04/2013
Start Date 09/05/2013
Subjects Taught • Revit Hardware Requirement
• Introduction to Revit and Citrix
• Implementing Revit
• Setting up & Implementing Revit Standards
• Multi User Collaboration
• Multi-Discipline Collaboration
• Setting up Revit Server
• Collaborating with non Revit Software
• Planning & Supporting Revit Staff
Duration 2 Days
Course Fee Please contact CITA Skillnet for details.
Free to unemployed persons who meet CITA Skillnet criteria.
Course Web Page: 
http://www.diatec.ie/upload/cad/files/1330435823_BIMManagement.pdf
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

ArchiCAD BIM Essentials

Network: 
CITA (Construction IT Alliance) Skillnet
Trainer Dedicated CAD
Learning Outcomes After this course attendees will be able to:
• Create BIM 3D models
• Generate plans, elevations, sections,
• Automatically update design changes.
• Create perspective views, VR,
• Create high quality renders
• Appreciate the difference between 2D & 3D modelling
• Understand Object technology
• Communicate with AutoCAD, BIM
• Create Schedules
• Automatic updating and dimensioning
• Manage Views
• Modify Elements

CPD: 16 CPD Points

Eligibility Applications accepted from engineers, architects, technicians, or anyone interested in Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Further Enquiries Suzanne Purcell CITA Skillnet Network Manager
Tel: 01 440 4440
Entry Requirements Knowledge of how construction documents are prepared as well as computer expertise.
No previous CAD experience required.
Careers or Further Progression Engineering, Architecture, Building Services, Planner, Draftsperson, CAD Manager, Surveyor
Course Content Course Objectives
To provide an introduction to Building Information Modelling (BIM) and also learn how to use ArchiCAD.
Financial Support Reduced Course Fee funded by CITA Skillnet
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment Date 01/04/2013
Start Date 01/05/2013
Duration 2 Days
Comment Limited number of places for Jobseekers available - Contact CITA Skillnet for more information - (01)470 4440
Number of Places 8
Course Fee Please contact CITA Skillnet for details.
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cita.ie/skilnet_courses.asp
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Provision of Working at Heights Course

Network: 
Role Skillnet
Further Enquiries Tel: 071 962 2504
Email: info@roleskillnet.com
Course Content Ladder Safety &
Harness
Financial Support 30% Funding may be available on a case by case basis
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Date: 26 March 2013
Duration 1 Day
Number of Places 6 - 10
Course Fee €60 -
Free to Jobseekers
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Forklift Training

Network: 
Role Skillnet
Location of Course Roscommon
Further Enquiries Tel: 071 962 2504
Email: info@roleskillnet.com
Financial Support 30% Funding may be available on a case by case basis
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment and Start Dates: 09/02/2013 for 09/02/2013
Number of Places 5 - 10
Course Fee €150
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Solid Fuel Awareness & Installation

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Location of Course Co Louth
Trainer TBC
Methods of Assessment Practical
Eligibility Employed trainees,
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Entry Requirements Working in construction / house renovation / repair
Course Content Installation of solid fuel appliances
Financial Support Employed trainees may be eligible for part funding support , subject to criteria
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment On going ( event is dependent on sufficient interest)
Duration 3 days TBC
Number of Places 6 - 10
Course Fee Approx €350.00
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Managing Safely for Construction Managers

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Location of Course Donegal area
Methods of Assessment Multiple choice.
Learning Outcomes Manage construction sites safely.
Eligibility Interest in taking a greater role in company Health and safety on construction sites.
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Entry Requirements Persons required to manage safely in compliance with their company policy.
Course Content Risk assessment, monitoring, controlling workplace hazards, human factors and more.
Financial Support Grant aid to companies sending employees.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment On going enrolment early 2013.
Course will commence April 5th 2013 7 3 more consecuitve Fridays
Duration 1 day per week over 6 weeks
6 days including assessment
Comment Place fill up very quickly
Number of Places 10 per course
Course Fee €650.oo per person. Eligible for funding if meeting Skillnets Criteria
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Confined Space Operations

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Location of Course Donegal, probably Letterkenny area
Methods of Assessment Theory & practical
Eligibility Over 18, employed.
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Entry Requirements Suitable for persons operating equipment in confined space / built environment.
Course Content Confined space operations, hazards, risk assessment, first aid, practical equipment usage.
Subjects Taught Confined Space operations
Duration 5 days
Number of Places 10
Course Fee €800.00 per person,possible 25% grant aid available, subject to criteria test
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Confined Space training

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Location of Course nationwide
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/srpgS
Further Enquiries info@refrigerationskillnet.ie / (01) 88 55 200
Entry Requirements Anyone who may need to enter into an confined space. For example service technicians, apprentices, managers, supervisors and general operatives.
Careers or Further Progression MEWP Training
Mobile tower training
Ladder safety training
Occupational first aid
Course Content Confined Space means any place, including any vessel, tank, container, pit, bund, trench, pipe, sewer, flue, compartment, cellar or other similar space which, by virtue of its enclosed nature creates conditions which give rise to a likelihood of accident, harm or injury of such a nature as to require emergency action.

Confined spaces are significantly more hazardous than normal workplaces. The hazards involved may not be unique to confined spaces, but are always exacerbated by the enclosed nature of the confined space. The resulting injuries are potentially fatal. Furthermore there is a propensity for multiple casualties due to the insidious nature of the hazards.

Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet network member companies.
Fully subsidised for jobseekers (subject to availability, terms & conditions).
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment to book go to: http://goo.gl/srpgS
Subjects Taught • Legislation in relation to Confined Space
• Identify a confined Space
• Contents of entry permits
• Duties of employer / employees
• Safe System of work plan
• Use of equipment, Inc Access equipment breathing apparatus & gas monitors
• Dealing with emergencies
• Coordinating contractors
Duration 1 day
Course Web Page: 
http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/hs040confinedspace.pdf?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

HydroCarbon Refrigerant Safe Handling (R290 & R600)

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Northwest Centre, Blanchardstown
Trainer Jane Gartshaw Cool Concerns
Methods of Assessment Theory Exam
Learning Outcomes • Background to the use of hydrocarbon (HC) refrigerants
• Properties of HCs
• Safe handling, including charging, recovery and leak testing
• Cylinders and cylinder storage and transport
• Performance of HCs
• Design of systems with HCs Standards and regulations
Download Application Form http://alturl.com/ix333
Eligibility Design, installation and service engineers who may be required to work with HC refrigerants and who need to be aware of the special safety considerations associated with such refrigerants.
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Entry Requirements Craft Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or
City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas Handling City & Guilds 6127 Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or
Appropriate Experience
Careers or Further Progression Level 3 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
C&G2079 F-Gas Regulations
Course Content There is a growing market for HC Refrigeration Systems and this is being driven by high profile end-users such as Unilever (Walls/HB Ice Cream), Sainsburys, Aldi and Coca Cola. Even the move towards CO2 refrigeration is having an impact as HC Refrigerants are often used for the high side in Cascade Systems.
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course Date: Monday 18th February 2013
Duration 1/2 day
Comment Includes BOC Care Card
Number of Places 10
Course Fee €155.00
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/bookatrainingcourse.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No
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