Engineering / Technology

Qualifier Programme Mechatronics & Electronic Engineering

Network: 
ULearning Skillnet
Duration One Year part time
Course Fee €2,000 per year, OR €350 per 5 credit module, €700 per 10 credit module
Subjects Taught Qualifier Modules for B.Eng. in Electronic Engineering
Modules (credits awarded)
■Instrumentation (10)
■Embedded Hardware (5)
■Mathematics (5)
■Embedded Programming (10)
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 1 Year enrolment in September 2013
Financial Support This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network.

There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet.

Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.

Course Content These modules are aimed at people who have significant work experience but who do not have the required sufficient academic qualifications for entry into level 7 programmes (ordinary degree). All may be taken in one academic year.
Further Enquiries ULearning Skillnet:
Phone: 086 0214825
Email: info@ulearning.ie
Trainer IT Sligo
Location of Course IT Sligo
Course Web Page: 
http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/qualifier-programmes-for-entry-to-level-7-degrees-%E2%80%93-1-year-part-time/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Electronic Engineering

Network: 
South East Micro Skillnet
Number of Places 20
Course Fee €1,875
Subjects Taught • Introduction to Electronics
• Principles of Electricity
• Engineering Science
• Electronic Craft Practice
• Mathematics
• Technical Communications
• Measurement & heat
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment To be confirmed
Financial Support Funded by South East Micro Skillnet (The price detailed above is the funded price)
Course Content Higher Certificate in Electronic Engineering
Careers or Further Progression Bachelor of Electronic Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Management (Craft)
Entry Requirements Experience in ICT sector, maths ability.
Further Enquiries South East Micro Skillnet
086-8170791
info@se-microskillnet.ie
Eligibility Fulfit basic entry requirements, participants must be working in the private sector.
Methods of Assessment Assignment
Trainer Lifelong Learning, IT Carlow
Location of Course Carlow IT
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

Electronic Engineering

Network: 
South East Micro Skillnet
Number of Places 20
Course Fee €1,875
Subjects Taught • Introduction to Electronics
• Principles of Electricity
• Engineering Science
• Electronic craft practice
• Mathematics
• Technical communications
• Measurement & test
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment and Start Dates: 18/09/2012 for 18/09/2012
Financial Support Funded by South East Micro Skillnet
Course Content Higher Certificate in Electronic Engineering
Careers or Further Progression Bachelor of Engineering in Electronic Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Management (Craft)
Entry Requirements Experience in ICT sector, maths ability
Further Enquiries South East Micro Skillnet
Tel: 052 613 3898
Mob: 086 817 0791
Email: info@se-microskillnet.ie
Or
Knockanrawly resource centre (Sara) at 062-5268
Eligibility Fulfil basic entry requirements, participants must be working in the private sector.
Methods of Assessment Assignment
Trainer Lifelong Learning IT Carlow
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

Mobile Air Conditioning (Automotive) Refrigerant Handling

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Comment 1 day blended learning, also available in house
Subjects Taught • Refrigerant handling • Service • leak detection • Refrigerant recovery
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment to book call 01 8855200
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies
Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Course Content Gain the knowledge skills required to handle refrigerants used in mobile air conditioning (M.A.C.) which are classified as either fluorinated gasses (F-Gas) or Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) This is necessary for the service, maintenance, recovery and leak checking of mobile air conditioning.
Through our innovative blended learning programme, training is delivered via one-day training sessions, reducing workplace absence though:
 Self-directed distance learning
 Online support & learning materials
 Group tutorials
 Practical workshops and visual aids
Careers or Further Progression City & Guilds (5101) Level 3: Unit 1 Refrigerant Handling for Mobile Air Conditioning Systems
Entry Requirements Working knowledge of automotive mechanical or electrical systems
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Learning Outcomes 1. Understand the function, layout and operating principles of mobile air conditioning systems, including the components, equipment, tools for system recovery, vacuum, recharging and flushing.
2. Understand the procedures required for service and general maintenance.
3. Understand the environmental implications, legal, equipment, procedures and Health and Safety requirements for storage, refrigerant identification, refrigerant recovery, system evacuation, adding oil refrigerant recharging, final leak detection, flushing and disposal of Mobile Air Conditioning refrigerants and components.
4. Competency in refrigerant identification, initial system evaluation – testing, via pressure gauges, temperature, air distribution and speed. Recovery, vacuum check, leak detection, visual, electronic, oil injection and charging for service and general maintenance and repair procedures for both thermal expansion valve or fixed orifice tube air conditioning systems.
Trainer South Eastern Regional College
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Northwest Centre, Blanchardstown

or on site

Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Manual Handling Instructor

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 5 days (3 days week 1, 2 days week 2)
Comment The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations 2007 require that all companies: (1) Carry out a manual handling risk assessment; (2) take appropriate steps to avoid or reduce manual handling risks; and (3) provide manual handling training to relevant staff.

But bringing in external consultants to carry our risk assessments and to provide training can be expensive and time-consuming. The solution? Send a select few on a manual handling instructor course and let them become instructors themselves. For a small outlay, you could save vast amounts of money by getting your own staff to train new members of the team. Not only will you benefit from the cost savings, but you will reap the benefits from your newly skilled staff who will appreciate the investment in them.

Number of Places 10
Course Fee €450 Subsidy for Refrigeration Skillnet Members
Subjects Taught Unit 1 Legislative requirements and health benefit
Unit 2 Anatomy and back care
Unit 3 Ergonomic principles and risk assessment
Unit 4 Manual handling principles and techniques
Unit 5 Planning and design of manual handling training programmes
Unit 6 Delivery of manual handling training
FETAC Code 6S0242: Manual Handling Instruction
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Please see contact detail below
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies
Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Course Content The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to conduct manual handling risk assessments and to design and deliver manual handling instruction in the workplace. This is an intensive course and highly participative. It addresses both the theoretical and practical aspects of manual handling and the skills of providing instruction.
Entry Requirements Working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Learning Outcomes On completion of this course learners will be able to:
• Explain the main components of relevant health and safety legislation
• Define the main components of the spinal column
• Explain the main risk factors for back injuries related to manual handling
• Describe the concepts of ergonomics
• Explain the manual handling risk assessment process
• Carry out manual handling risk assessments
• Describe a range of controls to avoid and reduce the risk of injuries
• Apply the main principles of inanimate manual handling to a range of manual handling tasks
• Analyse the learners performance of manual handling techniques
• Develop inanimate manual handling training programmes
• Deliver effective manual handling training programmes
• Demonstrate understanding of adult learning principles
• Give effective instruction in practical manual handling techniques
Trainer Qualtec Ltd
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Northwest Centre, Blanchardstown
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/course_schedule.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

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

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration Two days during week one, 12 days distance study and two days week two which includes assessments .
Number of Places 6
Course Fee €849.00
Subjects Taught • 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.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course Dates: 21st / 22nd May / 4th / 5th June 2013
Full Course
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers (Subject to suitability and place availability)
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 3 day classroom training and 1 day assessment with:
• Self learning materials
• Online support
• 1:1 tutorials
• Group tutorials
• Practical workshops

Careers or Further Progression Level 2 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Entry Requirements Working within Refrigeration or Air Conditioning.
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Eligibility 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.

Download Application Form http://alturl.com/szuhn
Learning Outcomes • Understand health, safety, communications issues in the Mechanical Engineering Sector (MES) and it’s main bodies and organisations
• Interpret drawings, specifications, data and describe the use of I.T. in the sector
• Describe the tools and the work processes used in the MES sector.
• Calculate and quantify from drawings and mark and set out refrigeration plant.
• Understand construction methods and the materials used in the MES sector.
• Describe the structure and organisation of the RAC industry and its contribution to GDP.
• Explain the relationship between cooling systems, energy usage and the environment.
• Describe and explain cooling systems and technology.
• Explain the basic science of cooling and use charts to calculate quantities.
• Describe and explain small cooling system electrics, electronics and controls.
• Describe and explain brazing principles and processes.
Methods of Assessment Practial Workshop Asseeement & On-line Theory Assessment
Trainer George Condell
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, B6 Centrepoint, Rosemount Business Park, Ballycoolin, Dublin 11.
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/bookatrainingcourse.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Mobile Access Work Platform Training (MEWP)

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Number of Places 8
Financial Support €75 Subsidy for Refrigeration Skillnet members. Fully Funded for job seekers (subject to availability, terms & conditions)
Course Content • Duties of operator
• Pre- Shift inspections & maintenance of machine
• Hazards associated when operating the MEWP
Entry Requirements Must have 6 months construction or engineering experience.
Further Enquiries 01 88 55 200 info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Eligibility Must by 18 years or older
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/eedmC
Methods of Assessment • Inspections before use
• Demonstrate safe operation and control of MEWP
• Travel & manoeuvring of MEWP
• Working the MEWP at heights
• Emergency procedures in case of MEWP malfunction
• Wearing of correct PPE
• Recognition of approved hand signals
Location of Course Nationwide
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/course_schedule.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Ladder Safety

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1/2 day
Subjects Taught Risks and Hazards
Personal safety
Use of different types of ladders and extensions
Applications for different ladders
Legislation
Safety checks
Personal safety
Working with tools and equipment at heights
Financial Support 50% Subsidy for Network Memebers 100% Subsidy for Jobseekers
Careers or Further Progression MEWP Training
Mobile Access tower training
Entry Requirements 6 Months experience
Further Enquiries info@refrigerationskillnet.ie 01 88 55 020
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/HgN6Q
Methods of Assessment Practical & Theory exam
Location of Course All Ireland
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/course_schedule.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Ammonia Refrigerant Safe Handling

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 2 days
Comment Includes City & Guilds 2078 Parts 2&3
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment http://goo.gl/ieC93
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Course Content • Use of safety equipment and the implications of safety standards and legislation
• Storage and movement of ammonia
• Charging of liquid ammonia
• Recovery of liquid ammonia
• Breaking into systems
• Purging lines / systems
• Risk assessment & method statements
• Work Permits
• Emergency procedures / equipment
Careers or Further Progression Level 3 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
C&G2079 F-Gas Regulations
Entry Requirements Candidates should be experienced refrigeration engineers. In particular, they should already be experienced in dealing with Ammonia as time does not allow for practical training.
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/ieC93
Methods of Assessment Theory & Practical Exam
Trainer Refrigeration Skillnet has partnered with Glen Greenbank of PRTC. Glen is the leading expert in R717 in UK & Ireland.
Location of Course TBA
Course Web Page: 
http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/ammonia20778?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Brazing Approval

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 2 days
Comment The Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) requires that manufacturers / contractors carrying out brazing work on pressure equipment use an approved Brazing Procedure Specification (BPS) and certify that their brazers are competent to carry out their work in accordance with the approved BPS. Electro-Technical Council Level 2 Certification up to ⅞” Copper Electro-Technical Council Level 3 Certification up to 1⅝” Copper
Subjects Taught On Completion the trainee will :
1. Be able to identify and explain what information is needed in the production of a Brazing Procedure Specification (BPS) as required for specific contracts.

2. Be able to draw up a Brazing Procedure Specification for copper to copper joints and copper to steel joints.

3. Be able to explain and demonstrate the basic principles of brazing.

4. Be able to explain the various processes which take place during brazing.

5. Practice good housekeeping rules with regard to the environment and their own safety.

6. Be able to identify the acceptance criteria to meet the required standard and recognise in their own work where they might be weak as per the standards.

7. Braze to specification and in accordance with the PED copper to copper joints (⅝" copper to copper, ⅞" copper to copper: Level 2, 1 ⅜" copper to copper, 1 ⅝" copper to copper: Level 3)

8. Certified to EN378:2008

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment See upcomming dates or book: http://alturl.com/nfn6d
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Course Content This course is not an introduction to brazing. Participants should have completed appropriate brazing training in the past and should be experienced at brazing on the pipe work described below. The course focuses on allowing participants to demonstrate their brazing competence and includes only a brief revision of basic principles and practice.

To reduce workplace absence this course is delivered through our innovative blended learning programme, with 2 sessions, complimented with self directed learning with:
• Self directed learning materials
• Online support
• Group tutorials
• Practical workshops

Careers or Further Progression Level 3 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning C&G2079 F-Gas Regulations
Entry Requirements National Craft Certificate (or equal) (or) Level 2 Certificate in RAC (City & Guilds 6172-200) (and) Equivalent experience
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Eligibility All personnel who wish to demonstrate their brazing competence. Persons involved in the installation, service and maintenance of Refrigeration or HVAC plant. Persons wishing update their brazing skills or progress with the RAC industry.
Download Application Form http://alturl.com/nfn6d
Methods of Assessment Theory & Practical exam
Trainer South Eastern Regional College
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Northwest Centre, Blanchardstown
Course Web Page: 
http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/ts010brazingapproval?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes
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