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What is Apprenticeship Training?
Apprenticeship is a method by which a person works for an employer in a chosen occupation and learns the necessary skills, knowledge and attitudes to become a qualified craftsperson. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, a person will receive a National Craft Certificate. These are recognised nationally and internationally and allow one to continue a career in the chosen occupation.
In conjunction with FÁS, ITB is participating in Phase 4 and 6 of the Apprenticeship Training Programme. Apprenticeship is governed by the statutory Rules of Apprenticeship in the designated occupations and FÁS is responsible for organising and controlling all aspects of apprentice training. The current duration of an apprenticeship is four years, providing that all the Phases of training are successfully completed within that period. The following Apprenticeship Training Courses will be offered in 2008/2009:
Carpentry / Joinery
Trade Family: Wood Trade
Industry Served: Construction
Profile of Trade: The trade of the carpenter/joiner is very wide and varied; it encompasses most of the skills required by the Wood Trades. These skills required of the Carpenter/Joiner are not confined to those required to work in wood but include skills in the use of metals, plastics and fabrics. The Carpenter/Joiner is also required to work in a cross section of domains within the overall trade. The following are some examples:
- Joinery Shop
- Site Work
- Maintenance
There are other areas associated with the trade
Phase 4 consists of 3 Modules (10 Weeks in total):
- Module 1 Site Works,
- Module 2 Roofs
- Module 3 Joinery
Assessment is conducted in 2 parts as follows:
| a) Modules 1 and 2 at mid-term: | Written 1 Drawing 1 Practical 1 |
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| b) Module 3 at end-of-term: | Written 2 Drawing 2 Practical 2 |
Electrician
Trade Family: Electrician
Industry Served: Construction, Manufacturing and Services Industries
Profile of Trade: The electrical craftsperson is concerned with the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of:- electrical wiring systems and services; electrical plant and control equipment; process monitoring and control systems.
Modern process plant includes electrical, electro-mechanical, electro-pneumatic, electronic and microprocessor based systems. In order to function effectively and efficiently, the electrical craftsperson must have a broad base of technical knowledge complementary to information gathering and analytical skills.
Phase 4 consists of 4 Modules (11 Weeks):
- Module 1 Electricity 2
- Module 2 Power Distribution 1
- Module 3 Electronics 1
- Module 4 Related Studies (Maths and Computing)
Assessment at Phase 4 is carried out at the end-of-term.
- T1 Electrical Science
- T2 Electrical Craft Theory
- P1 Panel Wiring
- P2 Electronic Circuit Construction
Plumbing
Trade Family: Brick/Stonelayer, Plasterer, Stonecutter
Industry Served: Construction/Engineering
Profile of Trade: Plumbing work involves the installation and maintenance of plumbing, central heating and mechanical services on domestic, commercial and industrial projects including houses, schools, office blocks, factories and hospitals as well as pharmaceutical, silicon chip wafer, fabrication, chemical and food and drink processing facilities. These installations comprise a wide range of services including pipefitting, welding and brazing of central heating systems, hot and cold water and sanitation systems, sanitary appliances, gas, compressed air, fire control, steam and chilled water installations and process pipework.
Phase 4 consists of 4 Modules (11 Weeks):
- Module 1 Advanced Pipework
- Module 2 Thermal Processes and Industrial Pipework
- Module 3 Oil fired heating systems
- Module 4 Pipework Systems
Assessment at Phase 4
- P1 to P4 Practical Tests
- T1 to T3 Theory Tests
- D1 Drawing Test
Brick & Stone
Trade Family: Brick/Stonelayer, Stonecutter/Tilers, Plasterer, Plumbing
Industry Served: Construction
Profile of Trade: The work of a Brick/Stonelayer is mainly concerned with the laying of bricks, concrete blocks and stone in the construction of solid and cavity walls, partions, fireplaces, chimneys, and other structures. Bricklayers are generally employed in the Construction Industry, building houses and factory units, or may be employed in a maintenance capacity by organizations such as Hospitals, County Councils or Local Authorities. Individual tradespersons often specialize in particular skills such as stonelaying or paving
Phase 4 consists of 3 Modules (10 Weeks in total):
- Module 1 Kerblaying and Paving
- Module 2 Fire opes, Flues and Chimneys
- Module 3 Decorative Brickwork and Arch Construction
Assessment is conducted in 2 parts as follows:
| a) Modules 1 and 2 at mid-term 1: | Written 2 Practical 1 |
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| b) Module 3 at end-of-term: | Written 1 Drawing 1 Practical 1 |
