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NZEB Training
Since the 1st of
January 2019 all non
domestic buildings
must meet the nearly
zero energy standard.
Since the 1st of
November 2019 all
domestic buildings
must meet the nearly
zero energy standard.
This Government directive with Policy and building
regulations will require all construction
professionals to adhere to the NZEB Standard and
to undergo upskilling to meet the requirements of
the sustainable building agenda.
WWETB has developed a number of training courses
which are designed to provide learners with knowledge
of the principles and practices that help in achieving the
NZEB standard.
The WWETB National NZEB Training Centre is the first
facility in Europe to offer a suite of trade-specific NZEB
courses. The available courses are:
• NZEB Fundamentals for Bricklaying
• NZEB Fundamentals for Carpentry
• NZEB Fundamentals for Electrical
• NZEB Fundamentals for Plastering
• NZEB Fundamentals for Plumbing
Other courses include:
• NZEB Fundamental Awareness
• NZEB Fundamentals for Site Supervisors
• NZEB Ventilation
• NZEB Retrofit
Version 2 June 2021
The following modules will be covered with a
particular focus on the relevant trade/occupation.
• NZEB Principles, Building Regulations & Product Standards
• Building Physics
• Building Fabric
• Building Services
• Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, Metering & Electric
• Communication & User Information
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FUNDAMENTAL
AWARENESS
FAQs
Who needs to do this training?
This Employees 1 day course in the aims Construction to provide sector participants Training with the will knowledge take place in the
general in the designated principles and areas. practices of Nearly Zero NZEB Energy Training Building Centre, (NZEB).
COMMUNICATION How long is each course? AND USER INFORMATION
Where will the training take place?
It is particularly suited to those
Blackstoops,
engaged in new builds for domestic Old Dublin Road,
Course Content
construction.
Enniscorthy,
Co. Wexford,
NZEB
Why do
PRINCIPLES
I or my employees need to do Y21 KN50.
Basic this understanding training? of NZEB Principles
*(Retrofit course takes place in Waterford only)
This Government directive and revised
BUILDING building regulations PHYSICS will require all What Certification will I get at the end
Basic construction understanding professionals Building to adhere Physics to of the course?
the NZEB standard. These training All courses are City & Guilds/WWETB
BUILDING courses will FABRIC introduce participants to Quality Assured and there will be
Basic the legislative understanding concepts of Building required Fabric to a Certificate and a Digital Badge
– meet Continuous the standards.
issued to participants on successful
Insulation, Thermal Bridging, Air Permeability, Windows and Doors
This upskilling will meet the
completion of the programme.
requirements of the construction
BUILDING SERVICES
industries sustainable agenda and
How much does it cost:
Basic understanding of Building Services – Space You heating may qualify and Domestic for funding Hot under Water, the
provide practical applications for
Controlled Ventilation, Lighting, ICT and Smart Technology Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is
building air tightness control.
a SOLAS Initiative in partnership with
WWETB and supported by
RENEWABLE ENERGY, PHOTO-VOLTAICS, SMART METERING AND
What are the course start and finish Government. To apply for funding
ELECTRIC
times?
please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or
Basic 8:30am understanding to 5:00pm. of Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, 051 301500. Smart You must Metering have and
Irish
Electric Vehicles
PPS Number to apply for funding.
How do I register for this training?
Understand • 5 Trades the - required 3 days each knowledge for Communication For further details and to
and • Best Site Supervisor Practice User - 4 Information days
register contact:
• Fundamental Awareness - 1 day • Email - nzeb@wwetb.ie
• Ventilation, inc. assessment - 3 days • Contact - 051 301500
• Retrofit - 1 Day (*Waterford)
• Web - www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will receive the following award:
Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) Fundamental Awareness (City & Guilds
Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a
SOLAS Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To
check if you are eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051
301500. Only those with an Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If
you are not eligible for funding or you do not have an Irish PPS number, the
course fee is € 100.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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RETROFIT
This 2 day course aims to provide participants with the principles
and practices required to effectively retrofit dwellings to reduce
energy demand and carbon emissions while improving comfort.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Part L Retrofit Requirements for ‘Major Renovations’
Understand what defines a major renovation and the targets a major renovation must
achieve
Module 3: Thermal Envelope and Building Physics
Basic understanding of the impact of thermal envelope on building physics in retrofits
Module 4: Thermal Insulation
Basic understanding of solutions to thermal insulation in retrofits
Module 5: Thermal Bridging
Understand how to address common thermal bridging issues in retrofits
Module 6: Airtightness, Vapour Control and Windtightness
Basic understanding of how to achieve airtightness, vapour control and windtightness
in retrofits
Module 7: Windows
Basic understanding of window installation in retrofits
Module 8: Ventilation
Basic understanding of how to provide good indoor air quality to retrofits
Module 9: Heating
Basic understanding of space heat and domestic hot water solutions in retrofits
Module 10: Renewable Energy
Basic understanding of methods of producing renewable energy
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
Upon successful completion of this course, the learners will receive the following
award: Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) Retrofit (City and Guilds Assured).
ELIGIBILITY
Learners attending the NZEB Retrofit course must first complete the NZEB
Fundamental Awareness course.
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our training facility is located across the road from the main Waterford Training Centre,
IDA Industrial Estate, Cork Road, Waterford X91 EH5N.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
After 1st November 2019 (with consideration of Transitional Arrangements) dwellings
that undergo ‘major renovations’ must achieve cost optimal energy performance. A
‘major renovation’ means the renovation of a dwelling where more that 25 % of the
surface of the dwelling envelope undergoes renovation.
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a
SOLAS Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To
check if you are eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500.
Only those with an Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding.
If you are not eligible for funding or you do not have an Irish PPS number,
the course fee is €100
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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VENTILATION
This 3 day course aims to provide participants with the principles and practices required to
effectively design ventilation flowrates, install ventilation systems and commission ventilation
systems, in accordance with Technical Guidance Document Part F 2019. Participants who
successfully complete the assessment of this course can use this as proof of competency in
ventilation systems’, installation, balancing and commissioning, as required by TGD Part F 2019.
As of the 1st of November 2019 (with consideration of Transitional Arrangements) ventilation
design, installation and commissioning should be completed by competent people.
Course Content
Module 1:
Module 2:
Module 3:
Module 4:
Module 5:
Module 6:
Module 7:
Module 8:
Module 9:
Introduction
NZEB Principles – Part L and Part F
Introduction to Technical Guidance Document Part L and Technical Guidance
Document Part F
Air Permeability
Understanding of air permeability requirements and the impact airtightness has
on building performance
Ventilation Strategies
Understanding of natural ventilation strategies and mechanical ventilation
strategies in accordance with TGD Part F
Ventilation in the Dwelling Energy Assessment Procedure (DEAP)
Basic understanding of ventilation in the DEAP software, and how the building’s
performance is impacted as a result
Flow Rate Design Activities
Application of flow rate calculations to dwellings with natural ventilation,
centralised continuous mechanical extract ventilation and centralised continuous
mechanical ventilation with heat recovery
Installation and Commissioning of Ventilation Systems for Dwellings - Achieving
Compliance with Part F 2019
Introduction to the key points covered in the Installation and Commissioning of
Ventilation Systems for Dwellings - Achieving Compliance with Part F 2019
Ventilation Commissioning Activities
Completion of practical activities which include installation and commissioning of
ventilation systems
Communication and User Information
Understand the required knowledge for Communication and best Practice User
Information
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DURATION
The course content is delivered over 2 days and the assessment will take place on day 3.
CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
Upon successful completion of assessment following this course, the learner will
receive the following award: Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) Ventilation (City and
Guilds Assured). Participants who successfully complete the assessment of this course
can use this as proof of competency in ventilation systems’, installation, balancing and
commissioning, as required by TGD Part F 2019.
ASSESSMENT
The assessment of this course is made up of two parts as outlined below:
Theory Assessment – 1.5 hour exam. Learners must achieve 70% to pass this element
of assessment.
Practical Demonstration – 30 minute practical demonstration of commissioning. This is
a pass/fail assessment.
Assessment will take place on a third day and learners must pass both elements of the
assessment to be awarded the certification outlined above.
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a SOLAS
Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To check if you are
eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only those with an
Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If you are not eligible for funding or
you do not have an Irish PPS number, the course fee is €300.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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Fundamentals for
SITE SUPERVISOR
This course aims to provide participants with the principles and practices
required to effectively supervise the construction of dwellings that have
been designed to achieve Nearly Zero Energy Building compliance.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: NZEB Principles
Basic understanding of NZEB principles.
Module 3: Building Physics
Basic understanding of building physics.
Module 4: Building Fabric
Basic understanding of continuous insulation, thermal bridging, air permeability,
windows and doors.
Module 5: Building Services: Basic understanding of space heating, domestic
hot water, controlled ventilation and lighting.
Module 6: NZEB Fundamentals for Electricians & NZEB Fundamentals for
Plumbing: Basic understanding of how electricians and plumbers’ impact NZEB
compliance.
Module 7: NZEB Fundamentals for Bricklaying & NZEB Fundamentals for
Plastering: Basic understanding of how bricklayers and plasterers’ impact NZEB
compliance.
Module 8: NZEB Fundamentals for Carpentry
Basic understanding of how carpenters’ impact NZEB compliance.
Module 9: NZEB Ventilation
Basic understanding of how ventilation design, installation and commissioning
impacts NZEB compliance.
Module 10: Quality Assurance
Basic understanding of quality assurance procedures to ensure best practice
techniques are utilised to achieve NZEB compliance.
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved. Upon successful
completion of this course, the learner will receive the following award:
Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) Fundamentals for Site Supervisors (City &
Guilds Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a
SOLAS Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To
check if you are eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051
301500. Only those with an Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If
you are not eligible for funding or you do not have an Irish PPS number, the
course fee is €400 .
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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This course aims to provide participants qualified in Electrical Trades
with the knowledge, skills and competency in the principles and
practices of Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) for new dwellings.
Course Content
Fundamentals for
ELECTRICAL
The following modules will be covered with a particular focus on its relevance to
the Electrical trade.
NZEB PRINCIPLES, BUILDING REGULATIONS AND PRODUCT STANDARDS
Understand the Principles relevant to NZEB,
Building Regulations and Product Standards
BUILDING PHYSICS
Understand Building Physics – Key energy terms and units
BUILDING FABRIC
Understand Building Fabric – Continuous Insulation, Thermal Bridging, Air Permeability,
Windows and Doors
BUILDING SERVICES
Understand Building Services – Space heating and Domestic Hot Water, Controlled
Ventilation, Lighting, ICT and Smart Technology
RENEWABLE ENERGY, PHOTO-VOLTAICS, SMART METERING AND ELECTRIC
Understand Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, Smart Metering and Electric Vehicles
relevant to NZEB
COMMUNICATION AND USER INFORMATION
Demonstrate the required knowledge to facilitate high quality Communication and Best
Practice User Information
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
The certification for this course is - Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
Fundamentals for Electricians (City & Guilds Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a
SOLAS Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To check
if you are eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only
those with an Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If you are not eligible
for funding or you do not have an Irish PPS number, the course fee is €300.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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PLUMBING
This course aims to provide participants qualified in the trade of
Plumbing with the knowledge, skills and competency in the principles
and practices of Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) for new dwellings.
Course Content
Fundamentals for
The following modules will be covered with a particular focus on its
relevance to the Plumbing trade.
NZEB PRINCIPLES, BUILDING REGULATIONS AND PRODUCT STANDARDS
Understand the Principles relevant to NZEB, Building Regulations and Product
Standards
BUILDING PHYSICS
Understand Building Physics – Key energy terms and units
BUILDING FABRIC
Understand Building Fabric – Continuous Insulation, Thermal Bridging, Air Permeability,
Windows and Doors
BUILDING SERVICES
Understand Building Services – Space heating and Domestic Hot Water, Controlled
Ventilation, Lighting, ICT and Smart Technology
RENEWABLE ENERGY, PHOTO-VOLTAICS, SMART METERING AND ELECTRIC
Understand Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, Smart Metering and Electric Vehicles
relevant to NZEB
COMMUNICATION AND USER INFORMATION
Demonstrate the required knowledge to facilitate high quality Communication and Best
Practice User Information
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
The certification for this course is - Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
Fundamentals for Plumbers (City & Guilds Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a SOLAS
Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To check if you are
eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only those with an
Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If you are not eligible for funding or
you do not have an Irish PPS number, the course fee is €300.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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CARPENTRY
This course aims to provide participants qualified in the trade of Carpentry
with the knowledge, skills and competency in the principles and practices
of Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) for new dwellings.
Course Content
Fundamentals for
The following modules will be covered with a particular focus on its
relevance to the Carpentry trade.
NZEB PRINCIPLES, BUILDING REGULATIONS AND PRODUCT STANDARDS
Understand the Principles relevant to NZEB, Building Regulations and Product
Standards
BUILDING PHYSICS
Understand Building Physics – Key energy terms and units
BUILDING FABRIC
Understand Building Fabric – Continuous Insulation, Thermal Bridging, Air Permeability,
Windows and Doors
BUILDING SERVICES
Understand Building Services – Space heating and Domestic Hot Water, Controlled
Ventilation, Lighting, ICT and Smart Technology
RENEWABLE ENERGY, PHOTO-VOLTAICS, SMART METERING AND ELECTRIC
Understand Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, Smart Metering and Electric Vehicles
relevant to NZEB
COMMUNICATION AND USER INFORMATION
Demonstrate the required knowledge to facilitate high quality Communication and Best
Practice User Information
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
The certification for this course is - Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
Fundamentals for Carpenters (City & Guilds Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a
SOLAS Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To check
if you are eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only
those with an Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If you are not eligible
for funding or you do not have an Irish PPS number, the course fee is €300.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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BRICKLAYING
This course aims to provide participants qualified in the trade of
Bricklaying with the knowledge, skills and competency in the principles
and practices of Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) for new dwellings.
Course Content
Fundamentals for
The following modules will be covered with a particular focus on its
relevance to the Bricklaying trade.
NZEB PRINCIPLES, BUILDING REGULATIONS AND PRODUCT STANDARDS
Understand the Principles relevant to NZEB, Building Regulations and Product
Standards
BUILDING PHYSICS
Understand Building Physics – Key energy terms and units
BUILDING FABRIC
Understand Building Fabric – Continuous Insulation, Thermal Bridging, Air Permeability,
Windows and Doors
BUILDING SERVICES
Understand Building Services – Space heating and Domestic Hot Water, Controlled
Ventilation, Lighting, ICT and Smart Technology
RENEWABLE ENERGY, PHOTO-VOLTAICS, SMART METERING AND ELECTRIC
Understand Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, Smart Metering and Electric Vehicles
relevant to NZEB
COMMUNICATION AND USER INFORMATION
Demonstrate the required knowledge to facilitate high quality Communication and Best
Practice User Information
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
The certification for this course is - Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
Fundamentals for Bricklaying (City & Guilds Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a
SOLAS Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To check
if you are eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only
those with an Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If you are not eligible
for funding or you do not have an Irish PPS number, the course fee is €300.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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PLASTERING
This course aims to provide participants qualified in the trade of
Plastering with the knowledge, skills and competency in the principles
and practices of Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) for new dwellings.
Course Content
Fundamentals for
The following modules will be covered with a particular focus on its
relevance to the Plastering trade.
NZEB PRINCIPLES, BUILDING REGULATIONS AND PRODUCT STANDARDS
Understand the Principles relevant to NZEB, Building Regulations and Product
Standards
BUILDING PHYSICS
Understand Building Physics – Key energy terms and units
BUILDING FABRIC
Understand Building Fabric – Continuous Insulation, Thermal Bridging, Air Permeability,
Windows and Doors
BUILDING SERVICES
Understand Building Services – Space heating and Domestic Hot Water, Controlled
Ventilation, Lighting, ICT and Smart Technology
RENEWABLE ENERGY, PHOTO-VOLTAICS, SMART METERING AND ELECTRIC
Understand Renewable Energy, Photo-Voltaics, Smart Metering and Electric Vehicles
relevant to NZEB
COMMUNICATION AND USER INFORMATION
Demonstrate the required knowledge to facilitate high quality Communication and Best
Practice User Information
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CERTIFICATION
This course is City and Guilds Assured and CIF approved.
The certification for this course is - Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB)
Fundamentals for Plasterers (City & Guilds Assured).
NZEB TRAINING CENTRE
Our Training facility in Enniscorthy is the first trade specific NZEB Training Centre for
Contractors in Europe. It is located at Blackstoops, Old Dublin Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21 T6V9.
CURRICULUM
The Curriculum is based on contributions from leading government and industry
partners – i.e. CIF, Housing, Planning and Local Government, SEAI, Union
Representatives, Local Authorities and Third Level Institutions.
TUTORS
Training is delivered by experienced and qualified Tutors.
WHEN DID NZEB BECOME MANDATORY?
Construction Starts
Commercial Buildings 1 st January 2019
Residential Buildings 1 st November 2019
COURSE COST AND FUNDING
You may qualify for funding under the Skills to Advance Initiative (STA). STA is a SOLAS
Initiative in partnership with WWETB and supported by Government. To check if you are
eligible for funding please contact nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only those with an
Irish PPS Number are eligible to apply for funding. If you are not eligible for funding or
you do not have an Irish PPS number, the course fee is €300.
To register or find out more:
Waterford Wexford Training Services
nzeb@wwetb.ie
www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
051 301500
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Participants practising airtightness details on one of the bigger training rigs in the NZEB
Training Centre Enniscorthy during a trade specific training course
Airtightness desktop models ensure participants who attend the
NZEB Fundamental Awareness course gets an opportunity to get hands on
experience with airtight tapes and membranes
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During the NZEB Ventilation course, participants get an opportunity to practise installing ductwork
and learn how to commission natural ventilation, continuous mechanical extract ventilation and
mechanical ventilation with heat recovery in a purpose built training facility
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FAQs
Who needs to do this training?
Those employed in the Construction
sector in the designated areas.
It is particularly suited to those engaged
in new builds for domestic construction.
Why do I or my employees need to do
this training?
Government directive and revised
building regulations will require all
construction professionals to adhere
to the NZEB standard. These training
courses will introduce participants to the
legislative concepts required to meet
the standards.
This upskilling will meet the
requirements of the construction
industries sustainable agenda and
provide practical applications for
building air tightness control.
What Certification will I get at the end
of the course?
All courses are City & Guilds/WWETB
Quality Assured and there will be a
Certificate and a Digital Badge issued to
participants on successful completion of
the programme.
How much does it cost:
The course cost is €100 per day, i.e. a 1
day course is €100 and a 3 day course
is €300. Each Trade course is €300.
You may be eligible for funding under
the Skills to Advance Initiative
(STA). STA is a SOLAS Initiative in
partnership with WWETB and supported
by Government. To check if you are
eligible for funding please contact
nzeb@wwetb.ie or 051 301500. Only
those with an Irish PPS Number are
eligible to apply for funding.
What are the course start and finish
times?
8:30am Sharp to 5:00pm.
How long is each course?
• 5 Trades - Online and 1 day practical
workshop
• Fundamentals for Site Supervisors -
Online and 2 day practical workshop
• Fundamental Awareness - 1 day
• Ventilation, inc. assessment - 3 days
• Retrofit - 2 Days (*Waterford)
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How do I register for this training?
For further details and to
register contact:
• Email - nzeb@wwetb.ie
• Contact - 051 301500
• Web - www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb

Enniscorthy Training Centre
NZEB Training Centre,
Blackstoops
Old Dublin Road,
Enniscorthy,
Co. Wexford
Y21 T6V9
Waterford Training Centre
NZEB Training Centre,
Waterford Industrial Estate,
Cork Road,
Waterford,
X91 EH5N
*(Retrofit course takes place in Waterford only)
For further details and to register contact :
Email: nzeb@wwetb.ie
Web: www.wwetbtraining.ie/nzeb
Tel: 051 301500
Facebook.com/Waterford-Wexford-Training-Services
@WWETBTraining
WWETB is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union