NZEB Retrofit Skills

Retrofit Skills

This course aims to provide participants the knowledge and skill to insulate a building using best practices. This includes internal, external, floor and roof insulation. Participants will also learn how to make a building airtight to minimise unwanted energy losses.

Modules

  • Legislation Relating to Conservation of Energy
  • Principles of Heat Loss in a Dwelling
  • Characteristics of Insulation including Performance Values
  • Characteristics of Draught Proofing Materials
  • Insulating Roof, Walls and Floors Aimed at Increasing Energy Efficiency of Dwellings
  • Draught Proofing Key Elements Aimed at Increasing Energy Efficiency of Dwellings
  • Environmental Impact of Insulation and Disposal of Waste Common hazards Associated with Insulation
  • Generate a Health and Safety Initiative for Insulation and Draught Proofing Systems
  • Cut, Shape and Fix a Range of Insulation Types
  • Install a Range of Draught Proofing Systems
  • Develop Strategies to Reduce the Risk of Damage to Insulating Materials
  • Safely Use Hand and Power Tools to Install Insulation and Draught Proofing

Course Duration

Blended delivery

  • 2 half days online
  • 4.5 days onsite

Assessment Details

  • Theory Assessment (2 ½ hours) (70% Pass rate must be achieved)
  • Practical Assessment (220 minutes)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Construction experience is desirable but not necessary

Course Fees

  • This course is fully funded through the Skills to Advance programme

Course Requirements

  • PPE must be worn when completing practical elements of this qualification

Certification

  • QQI Certification
  • CIF Approved

Upcoming Dates

June: 

Blended learning: 

Online dates: 4th and 5th June (9.00 – 13.30)
Onsite dates: 10th – 14th June (9.00 – 16.30) 

Booking link: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=429640#  

 

Blended learning: 

Online: 20th and 21st June (9.00 – 13.30)
Onsite: 24th – 28th June (9.00 – 16.30) 

Booking link: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=429641#  

 

July:  

Blended Learning:  

Blended learning: (Booking link not available yet – learners can still be given a place on the course) 

Online: 2nd and 3rd July (9.00 – 13.30) 

Onsite: 8th – 12th July (9.00 – 16.30) 

 

Blended learning:  

Blended learning: (Booking link not available yet – learners can still be given a place on the course) 

Online: 24th and 25th July (9.00 – 13.30) 

Onsite: 29th July – 2nd August (9.00 – 16.30) 

For bookings please contact Bebhinn or Karen at bkennedy@loetb.ie / 0858049519 kflanagan@mountlucas.ie / 0579353791