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Small Scale Wind Systems Implementation

Lifelong Learning
6S0325
Award Name Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Special Purpose
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) Special Purpose QQI Level 6 NFQ
Location:
Mountrath
Attendance Options:
Part time, Daytime
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Duration

10 days.

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Eligibility

Trainee Profile:
Numerical aptitude Spatial aptitude Ability to extract and gather information Experience in organising people and coordinating resources and timescales desirable. A knowledge of building construction is required. An ability to work at heights.

Careers / Further progression

Transfer and progression:
You can progress to a relevant level 6 major award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Please contact our office on 057 8756540 or email registration@metac.ie for further information.

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Further information

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Please Note:
Application Forms with all details including payment must be completed before training/assessment commences. Three recent photographs (passport style and size in colour) must be submitted with each application.

Aim:
The aim of this full-time 10 day programme is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competence to plan, design and install wind turbine projects for small systems. This programme comprises one compulsory programme module and learners who successfully complete this programme will achieve a QQI Special Purpose Level 6 Award in Implementation of Small Scale Wind Systems (6S0325).

Objectives:
The objective of this course is to equip the candidate with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to install and service small scale wind systems with a rotor swept area of up to 200 M2, in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, and relevant legislation and standards.

Module 1 Feasibility study of small scale wind turbines
Module 2 Wind turbine output.
Module 3 Planning requirements for wind turbine installations.
Module 4 Legislative and regulatory considerations.
Module 5 Raising and lowering wind turbines.
Module 6 Identification of potential hazards during the installation process.
Module 7 Health & Safety requirements.
Module 8 Installation sequence for wind systems.
Module 9 Tools and equipment required.
Module 10 Maintenance requirements for wind turbines.
Module 11 Conformance and testing of micro wind systems.

Practical Training Workshops on Products & Equipment, Product Identification & Product Types.

Tel: 057 875 6540
Email: info@metac.ie

Location:
Mountrath
Attendance Options:
Part time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider