DASBE

Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings

This programme will provide learners with the relevant knowledge and skills to operate in this sector and ensure such buildings undergo energy renovations in a safe and sustainable manner. This Module enables energy efficient retrofitting of traditional buildings by understanding the principles of hydroscopic materials and appropriate retrofitting methodologies. This programme is part-time over 12 weeks.

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Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings

Programme Information

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Overview

Programme Area: Energy Efficiency
Programme Provider: Technological University of the Shannon
Award Type: Higher Certificate
NFQ Level: 8
Duration: 12 Weeks
Mode of Study: Blended
Programme Type: Flexible & Professional
Location: Moylish

Energy Efficiency Programmes

Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings

Access to learning content hosted on Moodle LMS requires PREREGISTRATION with the relevant Programme Provider.

Programme Description

The aim of the Energy Renovation for Traditional Buildings programme is to up-skill building professionals to develop knowledge and skills that allow them to design and deliver high quality, energy-efficient renovations to existing traditional buildings (pre 1940s). This will also place them in a position to contribute to meeting Ireland’s climate action and energy targets in relation to the green renovation of buildings.

Module 1: Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings

This programme is developed through the DASBE project, funded by HCI Pillar 3 initiative in conjunction with the Heritage Council.

Energy Efficiency Programmes

Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings

Access to learning content hosted on Moodle LMS requires PREREGISTRATION with the relevant Programme Provider.

Entry Requirements

Applicants will require a minimum Level 7 award in relevant cognate areas.

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) / Special Case Registrations: Prospective applicants who do not meet the entry requirements for the programme detailed above, but who may qualify for admission by meeting certain other equivalent criteria, should submit their application online, upload their most relevant qualifications and then email flexible.midwest@tus.ie to request RPL consideration.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements.

Programme Provider Information

For point of contact and further application information in relation to this programme, please contact the registering provider, Technological University of the Shannon

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Additional Information

DASBE-Funded Opportunity

This is a DASBE funded programme. To be eligible for DASBE funding support, you must be resident in Ireland. For further information on DASBE funding eligibility and requirements, please contact the programme provider or consult the DASBE project's Funding page through the below link. The DASBE funding support will be reviewed annually and will run until 2024.

DASBE Funding Information

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Time Commitment

Delivery;

Wednesday 7pm to 9pm (fortnightly) plus 2 site visits per semester.

What will the time commitment be?

Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.

Additional Information

Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings (Certificate of Attendance).

Certificate in Energy Renovation for Traditional Buildings (Special Purpose Award, Level 8, 10 ECTS)

There is an option to study Module 1, Fundamentals in Energy Renovation of Traditional Buildings, as a single subject. The award is a Certificate of Completion.

Fees: €1,250 (DASBE funding of €417 to sucessful applicants) Module 1 & 2

Module 1 only – (Cert of Attendance) €625 (DASBE funding of €208 to sucessful applicants)

Energy Efficiency Programmes