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Calibration - Fundamentals of

Location of Course First Polymer Training Skillnet
Trainer TBA
Further Enquiries Tel 090 6471223
Fax 090 6471221
Email: info@firstpolymer.com
Course Content Who Should Attend
Calibration Technicians, Quality Engineers, Process Engineers, Product Engineers and personnel within the medical, pharmaceutical, aeronautical and food organisations that manage risk within the quality function.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dates: 25th & 26th April 2013
Subjects Taught Course Schedule
• Background and History
• Current Legislative Requirements
• Calibration Management
• Calibration Definitions
• Exercises
• When to Calibrate
• Calibration Requirements
• Alignment of Operation, Validation and Calibration parameters
• Calibration Quality System’s
• Risk Management principles
• FMEA
• “Swiss Cheese” Model of Calibration
• Layers of defence
• Risk Management Certificates for product
Duration 2 days - 9.15am to 5.00pm each day
Course Fee €795. Inclusive of course manual, lunch and refreshments.
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Hot Runner Course

Location of Course First Polymer Training Skillnet
Further Enquiries Tel 090 6471223
Fax 090 6471221
Email: info@firstpolymer.com
Course Content Course Content:
Day 1
• Types of hot runner systems
• Function of hot runners
• Categories of hot runners - internally and externally heated
• Requirements for effective performance
o Containment of melt temperature
o Consistency of temperature control
o Selection of effective temperature values
o Monitoring/ control of values
o Set versus actual values
• Cavity balance of hot runners
o Associated problems
o Gate temperature control
o Gate size/ cavity balance

Day 2
• Single level systems – Pressure balance/ Geometric balance
• Multi-drop system
• Channel size
• Channel diameter prediction
• Pressure drop consideration
• Gating types/ material consideration
• Calculation of gate sizes
• Importance of effective cooling
• Cavity plate cooling
• Temperature control of gate
• Thermal (fixed) probe technology
• Valve gating technology
• Valve gate actuation
• Problems related to hot runners
• Review of designs/ types and applications
• Discussion

Financial Support This course can also be run in house.
Duration 2 Days
Course Fee €795. Inclusive of course manual, lunch and refreshments.
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Radio Broadcasting - All you need to know

Location of Course Kilkenny and Dublin
Trainer Various trainers from the Independent Commercial Radio Sector of Ireland
Methods of Assessment Practical work assesment over the 2 day course
Learning Outcomes Basic skills necessary to work in radio as an on-air presenter
Further Enquiries teresah@learningwaves.ie
Course Content Introduction to Radio
Presenting a live show
Editing your material
Interviewing candidates
Outside recording
Being in a radio station for the first time
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dates to be confirmed
Duration 2 days
Number of Places 10
Course Fee Free to job seekers
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Radio - Get your foot in the door

Location of Course Dublin
Further Enquiries Email : teresah@learningwaves.ie
Course Content Industry experts will talk on News, Sport, Programming, Sales, Production for Radio and your opportunity to get in to the sector
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dublin, April 2013
Subjects Taught News, Sales, Music, Production, Research for Radio
Duration 1 day
Number of Places 20
Course Fee Free to job seekers
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Train the Trainer

Location of Course Dublin
Trainer Mark Donovan and Associates
Methods of Assessment Presentation Skills and Written projects
Further Enquiries Teresa Hanratty
Email: teresahanratty@learningwaves.ie
www.learningwaves.ie
Entry Requirements Level 5 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and / or relevant work or life experience.
Course Content Train the Trainer
A highly interactive 4 day course equipping

Training Aim
 To expose participants to the principles and practices of training development and delivery techniques.
 To assist participants to develop systematic, effective and efficient approaches in their training role.
 To develop and improve on the existing training skills of participants in the areas of Finance, Broadcasting, Administration and Sales & Marketing.
 Develop presentation skills with the focus on, structure, pace, voice & language with a particular emphasis on audience interaction.
 Assist participants to value their future training role and become more confident and conscious of their strengths and areas for development as trainers.

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course will start in April 2013
FETAC Code E30179: Train the Trainer
Subjects Taught Day 1
Identify current strengths and development needs as a trainer, clarifying our training role in the workplace, Planning training based on real training needs, Effective trainer introduction, Putting participants at ease, Getting training events off to a good start, What is the ideal adult learning environment ?, Preparing and giving a training talk, Creating the effective training environment.

Day 2
Carry out a work related training demonstration, Prepare and deliver a training talk, Develop & practice assertiveness skills in the training environment, Importance of Feedback, both giving and receiving, Participant will practice areas like supporting, encouraging and confronting their learners, Prepare assignment for Day 3, Development of a Trainer Development Plan.

Day 3
Presentation of assignment from Day 2, What is coaching ?, Skills of an effective coach, Key techniques of one to one coaching, Four P coaching model, Effective use of visual aids and key learning supports, Review and update of Trainer Development Plan.

Day 4
Advanced presentation skills, Dealing with sensitive training issues, Computers in training, Different Training styles and how to effectively use them, Motivation in training, Strategies for dealing with difficult participants, Diversity in the training workplace, Stress management and the trainer, Review and update of Trainer Development Plan.

Duration 4 days over a one month period
Comment Certification
This is a FETAC Level 6 course
Number of Places 2
Course Fee Free to job seekers based on interview selection for the course
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

HR Expert Brief

Location of Course Dooley's Hotel, Cork Road Waterford
Trainer Ria White, White HR Solutions
Further Enquiries Contact Sara - 051 311139
Email: skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
Course Content Look at Current Employment Law Issues
Financial Support Applied
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrollment Date: 20th May 2013
Start Date: 21st May 2013
Subjects Taught TBC
Duration 2 hours
Course Fee Skillnet Member: €25
Chamber Member:€30
Non Member: €35
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Safety Representative

Location of Course Waterford Chamber Skillnet, 2 Georges Street. Waterford
Trainer Cathal Gaffney, Carriag Safety
Eligibility This FETAC Level 5 course is ideal for employees who have been nominated as Safety Representatives in their workplace and wish to foster a proactive communication between management and employees on health and safety issues.
Further Enquiries Contact: Sara - 051 311139
Email: skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
Financial Support Funding applied
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrollment Date: 10th June 2013
Start Date: 11th June 2013

Course Dates: 11th, 18th & 25th June 2013

FETAC Code L22487: Health and Safety Representation
Subjects Taught The content will include:
• Health and Safety Legislation: Common Law Duty of Care / 2005 Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act / 2007 General Applications Regulations and other relevant areas of legislation.
• Role and Function of the Safety Representative and Safety Consultation: A detailed review of section 25 of the 2005 Act. Syndicate exercises to be used.
• The Role of the Safety Representative in Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment at Work. • Accident Investigation and Reporting: The role of the safety representative in completing accident investigation and implementing preventative strategies. Case studies.
• Manual Handling(optional)
• Chemical Safety
• Active and Reactive Monitoring
• Effective Communication Skills
• Assessment Test & Course De-Brief
Duration 3 days
Number of Places Available
Course Fee Skillnet Member: €290
Chamber Member: €315
Non Member: €340
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

Entrepreneurship in Food - Advanced

Location of Course Waterford
Trainer Fitzwilliam Training and Consulting
Further Enquiries Kelly Luders - 051 311135
Kelly.Luders@waterfordchamber.ie
Entry Requirements Minimum Fetac Level 4 or relevant life experience
Course Content This is a programme for people interested in exploring self-employment in the food industry. The programme covers all aspects of starting a food business, from market research, through business registration to food legislation. The programme will bring participants through the process of carrying out a full feasibility study on establishing a food business. It will focus on the specifics of the food industry and will ensure that participants are fully aware of the legislation and reality of setting up a business within the food industry.It gives participants an awareness of the requirements of self-employment and the knowledge and support required to start and run a food business, while introducing them to some business basics.
Financial Support 100% Funded by Skillnets
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 28th Mar 2013
FETAC Code Programme Certification
As part of the programme participants will achieve certification through Fetac.
Certification will include either Fetac Level 5 - Start Your Own Business B20153 or
Fetac Level 6 - Food Production HACCP 6S0212
Subjects Taught Programme Contents
• Entrepreneurship & Making it Happen
• Market Analysis
• Business Planning
• Trading Options & Business Entity
• Marketing & Sales
• Costing and Pricing
• Business & Consumer Legislation
• ICT for micro business
• Business start-up legislation
• Finance & Accounts
• Basic bookkeeping
• Food Hygiene
• Food safety management procedures
• Relevant food legislation
• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)
• Food Labelling
Duration 24 days
Course Fee Free to Jobseekers
Course is for Jobseekers only
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

JSSP - Advanced Entrepreneurship in Crafts

Location of Course Wexford
Trainer Fitzwilliam Training & Consulting
Learning Outcomes Programme Aims
The aims of the programme include having participants:
• Put in place a personal management plan for self-employment.
• Gain the confidence and skills to start their own business.
• Establish a craft related business.
• Learn the business fundamentals required to sustain a business.
• Have in place a Marketing Plan for their enterprise.
• Achieve certification in a relevant subject.
• Put in place systems/procedures to ensure good business practice.
• Introduce innovation as an element of their business mix.
• Form links within the industry to aid business development.
Further Enquiries Kelly Luders 051 311135
kelly.luders@waterfordchamber.ie
Entry Requirements FETAC Level 4 or relevant Life Experience
Course Content The programme covers all aspects of launching and operating a craft related business, from self-management to marketing, financial and operations management, including new product design. It will focus on the realities of operating a craft related business in the current economic climate and will give participants the tools with which to fully exploit the opportunities available.

This programme brings people who have carried out pre-start feasibility through the process of starting and managing their craft business. It gives people the opportunity to establish their craft business in a supportive environment that ensures all legislative and business requirements are in place. It also gives participants the fundamentals needed to properly operate their new venture through the start-up and early stage phases. This will give them the platform on which to build a sustainable enterprise.

Financial Support 100% Funded through Skillnets
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 1st April 2013
FETAC Code B20017: Marketing Practice
B20137: Bookkeeping - Manual & Computerised
Subjects Taught The depth and width of topics delivery will reflect the need of participants.

Topics likely to be delivered include:
• Business Planning
• Business Registration
• Financial Planning
• Bookkeeping for solo/micro business
• Product Portfolio
• Product Pricing
• Branding
• Packaging
• Trade Fair Exhibiting
• Production /Operations Planning
• Product Design
• New Product Development
• Marketing
• Sales & Selling
• ICT for micro business
• Website Development
• E.Commerce
• E.Marketing
• Social Media
• Mobile Marketing
• Self-management
• Intellectual Property
• Creativity & Innovation
• Business & Consumer Legislation

Duration 22 Days
Comment Programme Certification
There will be one FETAC module (Level 5) delivered.
The module to be delivered will be influenced by the mix of projects and focus of participants), but is likely to be one of the following:
B20017: Marketing Practice
B20137: Bookkeeping - Manual & Computerised
Course Fee Free to Jobseekers
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

MEWP - Moblie Elevated Working Platform

Location of Course Killarney
Trainer Height for hire
Eligibility To be in ajob that requires you to work at a height.
Further Enquiries Tracey Teahan
t: 066 976 2477
f: 066 976 2059
e: tteahan@skdp.net
Course Content 1. Induction.
2. Safety Devices, stabilizers.
3. Safety Awareness.
4. Manouvering.
5. Safe working loads.
6. Ground conditions.
7. Elavating - Identifying overhead hazards.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 14 May 2013
Duration 1 day
Number of Places 1
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No
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