Retrofitting Buildings for Energy Efficiency Part time

The Retrofitting Buildings for Energy Efficiency course is designed to make the learner aware of the growing environmental issues in the building industry. This course provides both theoretical and practical training for Energy Efficiency. The environmental impact of buildings will be assessed including passive design, Building Energy Rating (BER) of dwellings, sustainable energy and sustainable green solutions.

The Retrofitting course is invaluable to anybody working in the construction or hoping to work in the construction industry.

Qualifications gained

• Portobello Institute Certificate of Attendance
• FETAC Level 5 Component Certificate in Renewable Energy Systems

Entry requirement

Entry to this course is by direct application to the college. There are no previous academic requirements.

Course structure

This is a part time course delivered over 10 weeks.

Course content modules

1. Construction techniques
2. Renewable Energy Systems
3. Environmental  Law
4. Green Building
5. Building Energy Rating (BER)
6. Passive House Basics
7. Retrofitting with Passive House components
8. Theoretical and practical training for Energy Efficiency
9. Retrofitting, including the following topics:
   1. External and internal insulation
   2. Energy efficient windows and door
   3. Air conditioning with heat recovery
   4. Heating technologies with renewable energies

Booking

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