Compressed Air Tech
Course
Online
£ 385
+ VAT
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Online
This module has been created by the Virtual College, in partnership with the British Compresed.
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Overview
This module has been created by the Virtual College, in partnership with the British Compresed Air Society (BCAS). The course has been written by experts in the industry and is accredited by British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) the UK trade association for suppliers and users of compressed air products and services, and has been developed in partnership with Virtual College as an e-learning course. Successful candidates are awarded a BCAS certificate.
Course Details
Lesson Plan
The course comprises 10 modules, to provide a comprehensive introduction to the main principles and uses of modern compressed air systems.
This course is highly relevant for any business using compressed air or making related equipment. Equipping employees with a greater understanding of compressed air principles represents a significant business advantage in terms of employee development and customer service. Enrolling on this course also helps meet health and safety obligations with respect to compressed air as an employer.
Relevant to anyone needing to know more about compressed air production and use, relevant health and safety issues, legislation and energy efficiency. Of relevance to manufacturers, distributors, installers and users of compressed air equipment and systems. Previous knowledge of the subject is not required.
CPD Accreditation
The content of this course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional (CPD) guidelines.
Accreditation
On completion of this e-learning course you will be able to download a BCAS/Virtual College certificate.
Duration
This course contains 10 e-learning modules will take approximately 10 - 15 hours to complete. As an e-learning course learners are able to work at their own pace, breaking off and resuming their study as appropriate, the system automatically tracks progress throughout.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements needed for this course.
This module has been created by the Virtual College, in partnership with the British Compresed Air Society (BCAS). The course has been written by experts in the industry and is accredited by British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) the UK trade association for suppliers and users of compressed air products and services, and has been developed in partnership with Virtual College as an e-learning course. Successful candidates are awarded a BCAS certificate.
Course Details
Lesson Plan
The course comprises 10 modules, to provide a comprehensive introduction to the main principles and uses of modern compressed air systems.
- Science and properties of air - Basic concepts of how air behaves depending on its pressure, volume and temperature
- Applications of compressed air - Where and why compressed air is used, an overview of the energy sources from which it is produced
- Compressed air systems - Overview of the key components within a system and what each component does
- Air compressors - An overview of the different technologies and what each type of compressor is used for
- Control systems - How the supply of compressed air can be matched to the needs of the users
- Air treatment - Cleaning and drying the air to the required standard
- Storage and distribution of compressed air - Storing air in a system and distributing it to where it is needed by the user
- Maintenance of compressed air systems - The importance of good maintenance to keep systems running safely and at their most efficient
- Health, safety and environment - Overview of health and safety legislation affecting compressed air systems, and the effect of compressed air use on the wider environment
- Compressed air in action - Real examples of compressed air in use
This course is highly relevant for any business using compressed air or making related equipment. Equipping employees with a greater understanding of compressed air principles represents a significant business advantage in terms of employee development and customer service. Enrolling on this course also helps meet health and safety obligations with respect to compressed air as an employer.
Relevant to anyone needing to know more about compressed air production and use, relevant health and safety issues, legislation and energy efficiency. Of relevance to manufacturers, distributors, installers and users of compressed air equipment and systems. Previous knowledge of the subject is not required.
CPD Accreditation
The content of this course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional (CPD) guidelines.
Accreditation
On completion of this e-learning course you will be able to download a BCAS/Virtual College certificate.
Duration
This course contains 10 e-learning modules will take approximately 10 - 15 hours to complete. As an e-learning course learners are able to work at their own pace, breaking off and resuming their study as appropriate, the system automatically tracks progress throughout.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements needed for this course.
Compressed Air Tech
£ 385
+ VAT