Training for Industry DELIVERING CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SHORT COURSES AND APPRENTICESHIPS IN MID DEVON 2014/15

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1 Training for Industry DELIVERING CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SHORT COURSES AND APPRENTICESHIPS IN MID DEVON 2014/15

2 Within our Future Technologies Centre, the School of Architecture, Construction and the Built Environment (ACBE) can provide training for the construction industry and individuals through a wide range of short courses. We have a full range of workshop equipment and diagnostic tools to help candidates on the route to gaining new skills.

3 Short Courses Within our Future Technologies Centre, the school of Architecture, Construction and the Built Environment (ACBE) can provide training for the construction industry and individuals through a wide range of short courses, some of which are depicted here. Electrical Bespoke Training and Assessment We develop and deliver training programmes to meet your specific business needs in order to support growth and new areas of work. City and Guilds th Edition Wiring Regulations Duration: 4 days The knowledge will be provided from the latest edition of the wiring regulations and the legal requirements within the Electricity at Work Regulations. This includes a comprehensive overview of the design, construction and maintenance of electrical installations. City and Guilds 2377 PAT Testing of Electrical Equipment Duration: 3 days This course explains the requirements for testing of portable electrical equipment. The course will also cover legislation and health and safety in addition to the inspection and testing process. City and Guilds 2394 Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations Duration: 5 days This qualification covers new installations and is designed to help candidates develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to inspect and test new electrical installations and record and detail information correctly. City and Guilds 2395 Level 3 Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification Duration: 5 days This qualification covers existing installations and is designed to enable candidates to develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to inspect and test existing electrical installations and record and detail information correctly.

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5 Plumbing & Gas GGFO (Guild of Gas Fitting Operatives) Category 2 Duration: 10 days Designed for candidates who have a minimum of NVQ Level 2 in plumbing and want a gas qualification. This course will enable candidates to apply to become Gas Safe registered. Commercial Natural Gas & LPG Assessments Duration: 1 /2 to 1 day Practical assessments to assess competence and allow candidates to become Gas Safe registered in Commercial, Industrial and Catering categories. GGFO (Guild of Gas Fitting Operatives) Category 3 Duration: 20 days GGFO Category 3 is designed for candidates who have no plumbing or gas qualifications. The category is designed for those who are considering a change of career to become a Gas Engineer. For details of the full range of Natural Gas and LPG courses, including CCN1 and Appliances, please contact or shortcourses@petroc.ac.uk

6 Health & Safety Asbestos Awareness Duration: 1 /2 day Asbestos Awareness is designed as a BOHS approved course providing basic knowledge and understanding of the risks from Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) in buildings and how these can be minimised. Asbestos Removal Operative Training Duration: 1 day Essential training for anyone who will be disturbing, removing or performing tasks with non-licensable Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs). Safety in the Use of Abrasive Wheels Duration: 1 /2 day This course is aimed at anyone in employment who has the responsibility of fitting and using all types of abrasive wheels including cutting and grinding discs. The course covers the requirement under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER). CSCS Duration: 1 /2 day refresher training, 90 minute exam CSCS delivers a scheme that confirms individuals working in the industry have the necessary health and safety training to work on site and the necessary qualifications for your required occupation. Most contractors and clients will insist that workers have a CSCS card. Health and Safety Awareness Duration: 1 day This course is for those already working in the construction industry. It highlights potential hazards when working on site and provides practical advice on keeping yourself and your colleagues safe. This course can be a prerequisite to the CSCS exam. Ladder Access and Working at Heights Duration: 1 day This course covers legal requirements by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and also the practical elements of ladder access and working at heights. Confined Spaces Duration: 1 day This course covers regulation and legislation, the risk assessment process and the duties of employer and employees. For more information on our full range of courses please contact or shortcourses@petroc.ac.uk

7 Manual Handling Duration: 1 /2 day This course covers The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 that requires employers to ensure that all employees are trained and competent in manual handling. SMSTS (Site Managers Safety Training Scheme) Duration: 5 days This course covers all relevant legislation and other aspects which affect safe working in the building, construction and civil engineering industries. This course is for you if you re considering, or already have, responsibilities for planning, organising, monitoring, controlling and administering groups of staff (e.g. site manager). SMSTS (Site Managers Safety Training Scheme) Refresher Duration: 2 days This course aims to give a thorough overview of the legislative changes and their impact in the workplace. It includes a wide range of topics, many building on the previous five day programme as well as introducing new subjects.

8 Renewable Technologies Solar Thermal Hot water Duration: 2 days This course is designed to provide experienced heating and plumbing engineers with the necessary skills for basic designs, installation, commission and service of Solar Thermal Hot Water systems. Photovoltaic Systems Duration: 2 days This course covers the range of competences required to fit, install and test system components. It also covers Health and Safety, knowledge of regulations, PV systems and components, roofing, commissioning and testing and customer care. Air Source Heat Pumps Duration: 3 days This will give candidates detailed explanations and practical examples of selecting, installing and commissioning systems. Ground Source Heat Pumps Duration: 3 days This will give candidates detailed explanations and practical examples of selecting, installing and commissioning systems. External Wall insulation Duration: 3 days This three day course will provide candidates with the knowledge, understanding and ability to apply EWI render base/top coats and various finishing to correct standards and procedures. It includes the one-day Customer Service Plus course. From September we will also be running full time and part time courses in the Future Technologies Centre in the Plumbing and Electrical sectors. Note: We are specialists in CO 2 refrigerant technology and its use in heat pumps and provide a range of courses in CO 2 heat pump applications, installation and commissioning. To enquire about training dates and costs, or if you have a requirement that is not listed here, contact our short courses office on We are able to create bespoke courses to suit you.

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10 Apprenticeships The School of ACBE offers a wide range of Apprenticeships. An Apprenticeship framework comprises a Technical Certificate or Diploma and NVQ (work based assessment), and Functional Skills Maths and English. Where there is an option to enrol on a Level 2 framework, learners will be required to complete this before progressing to the Level 3 framework. Following successful completion at Level 3 we also offer the opportunity for progression to Higher Apprenticeships at Level 4 (in Construction Management, Conservation and Engineering and Environmental Technologies) or part time Higher Education courses including the HNC in Construction or Foundation Degree in Sustainable Resource Management. How would employing an apprentice benefit your company? Apprentices can gain knowledge and skills that enable your business to work better and more effieciently. They can strengthen your bottom line by improving productivity and enabling you to be more competitive. They can fill any skills gaps in your workforce, often introducing new techniques and technology to increase productivity. Apprenticeships can attract higher calibre staff and lead to a more motivated and committed workforce who stay longer, cutting recruitment and training costs. Apprentices who start their working life with a company can be trained to embrace the company culture and tend to have a higher commitment to the overall objectives. Introducing young, enthusiastic apprentices into the company can have a positive effect on the business, encouraging a culture of learning. 96% of businesses which have taken on an apprentice believe their company has benefitted*. *Source: To find out more about Apprenticeships at Petroc call or apprenticeships@petroc.ac.uk

11 A trowel occupations apprentice, was awarded a silver medal in the 2014 South West SkillBuild competition and went on to win the Junior Guild of Bricklayers competition at Gloucester College. Jack Barker, a plumbing student at Petroc, was crowned UK Copper Board National Apprentice of the Year 2014

12 Future Technologies Centre MID DEVON CAMPUS Bolham Road Tiverton Devon EX16 6SH Short courses: Apprenticeships: