Online 1 Learning
a subject with seven hours of structured learning, plus restricted by the number of topics they can complete
Courses
a bank of material available for further reading. The per year. The cost of each module is similar to the cost
Future plans
supporting interactive elements – audio and videos of attending a one-day training course, but is viewed
of actual footage of building services being installed, as much better value for money by Campbell because
Flexible learning
and interactive multi-media graphics – will help guide students can refer back to parts they may not have
courses available from
August 2009
users through the subject matter and ensure they finish understood the first time.
Introduction to
the module with an excellent grasp of the topic. End-of- Campbell adds: “As we all know, the afternoon
mechanical and
module quizzes are used to help participants evaluate session on a one-day training course is often not electrical services
their learning. retained by delegates due to poor concentration.”
Heating systems
Hoare Lea has been heavily involved in the refereeing Another of the steering group representatives,
Cable sizing – available
process, testing the modules at both a novice and Steve Campbell, divisional technical director at NOW. Visit www.
expert level. The company’s more inexperienced staff Bailey Building Services, describes some of the “great
cibsetraining.co.uk/
onlinelearning
have been able to describe how the material worked for advantages” of flexible learning as filling a technical
Design of heating and
them, while its experts were able to provide input on training gap that currently exists within the building
chilled water pipe-work
what should be covered. services industry, while also providing a means to gain systems
Tymkow adds: “Generally, they have been very a professional qualification, subject to meeting the
Low voltage distribution
pleased and their comments have brought about fairly required criteria.
minor [changes] about certain aspects that needed a “Thus far, NG Bailey has been satisfied with the
Courses in development
little bit more explanation – or maybe things that may learning material content that is both academically
to be available later in
2009
have been confusing and that perhaps needed a bit and practically suitable for engineers from graduates
Lighting design
more time and attention in the module.” with minimal building services knowledge, through
For those interested in a formal qualification, to experienced senior engineers, who may need or
Drainage
completion of relevant topics and formal assessment require a refresher in a particular system discipline
Commissioning and
testing
technically,” enthuses Steve Campbell.
Ventilation
“The learning modules have additional reference
material/reading for those that want to gain further
Air distribution systems
Flexible learning is very much the
knowledge from leading manufacturers, industry
Comfort and design
criteria
foundation level of understanding.
standards codes of practice, guidance notes and
onsite video clips and photographs and other forms
High voltage distribution
These designs are a guide to the
of multimedia. All of the materials have been written
practical issues in the sector.
CPD courses available
by leading industry technical experts with input from from September 2009
– Paul Tymkow
CIBSE, main sponsors/steering group [members],
Heating systems update
making the material industry best practice.
Cooling and ventilation
by London South Bank University could count towards “NG Bailey will be utilising the CIBSE flexible systems update
obtaining the Edexcel Advanced Professional Diploma learning from September 2009.”
Facilities management
in Building Services Design. It is anticipated that the CIBSE flexible learning
update
In all, the development of these units has been programme will be developed to meet the academic Lighting update
supported by six consultancies, AECOM (formerly level to satisfy the requirements to gain a professional
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Faber Maunsell), Arup, Hoare Lea, Crown House, diploma in building services, subject to the individual onlinelearning
Laing O’Rourke and NG Bailey, which all nominated undertaking 10 modules and completing competence
representatives to sit on the steering group with CIBSE, assessment design projects that will ensure they have
developing the courses, proof reading and beta testing reached the necessary requirements to meet the needs
the learning materials. of today’s market.
Mike Campbell – AECOM’s associate director – is Completion of the modules will assist engineers
an early adopter of the scheme, helping to influence in achieving the requirements of CIBSE corporate
the scope, learning outcomes, and technical content membership and CEng or IEng status.
of the modules. Campbell believes this has ensured NG Bailey is currently reviewing and trailling the
that the content adequately covers the correct level of first module on cable sizing.
academic and practical knowledge that new graduates Online CPD updates, designed for CIBSE members, Paul Tymkow: “generally
(particularly those with a science or engineering degree, are an easy and convenient way for engineers to keep
pleased”
rather than one in building services engineering) will up to date with new developments in building services
require, based on the experience of practising building and satisfy their CIBSE and ECUK CPD commitments.
services engineers. He also agrees that the content is There will be four topics available from September 2009:
suitable for more experienced engineers who may want heating design, cooling and ventilation systems, facilities
to update their existing knowledge for their individual management and lighting. Each seven-hour module will
continuing professional development. cover: legislation updates, any new standards, technology
And, unlike other distance learning programmes updates and an international overview.
run by universities, the programme doesn’t have time CIBSE’s flexible learning courses are being launched
constraints. This means that students can take as long in August. Its CPD courses will be available from
Steve Campbell: “great
as they need to complete each module and are not September 2009. l advantages”
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