CirCLER – Circular Economy Transition Manager
this course is designed to help the furniture value chain become more circular and sustainable. The online course is intended for students, professionals and trainers in the furniture sector who want to deepen their understanding of circular economy principles and learn how to apply them to manufacturing processes and business strategies. It includes 10 modules covering key topics such as circular economy fundamentals, legislative and voluntary instruments, circular business models, circular design, sustainable materials, key enabling technologies, manufacturing processes and circular economy transition strategies. 1. Circular Economy Introduction, 2. Legislative Instruments, 3. Voluntary Instruments, 4. Circular business models, 5. Circular design, 6. New and sustainable materials, 7. Key Enabling Technologies, 8. Manufacturing processes, 9. Circular Economy Strategy, 10. Final remarks
Design and 3D printing of prototypes
Design and print different 3D prototypes using various materials, design techniques, digital design tools, and scanning methods. COURSE CONTENT: Module 1. 3D Printing – Objective: to identify the application fields of 3D printing and the use of these techniques, understanding the different printing technologies. Module 2. Design and 3D Printing of Prototypes – Objective: to design parts using the most suitable and efficient design software for the 3D printing system, complying with the quality standards required for this type of component. Module 3. Assembly, Printing, and Validation of Tests – Objective: to identify components and independently assemble 3D printers in order to produce a variety of parts with specific materials, ensuring quality and safety.
Digital transformation of the furniture industry: evolution towards Industry 4.0
Use and apply work methodologies, tools, and techniques that enable the management, development, and digitalisation of companies in the furniture sector within the framework of Industry 4.0. COURSE CONTENT: Module 1. Materials and Processes – Objective: to select and apply materials with new properties that enable the development of products with new specifications; to use new tools for product design processes within the context of business digitalisation; and to understand and apply new concepts in the management and organisation of a digitalised company. Module 2. Quality Systems. Environmental Aspects and Regulations – Objective: to implement a quality management system in companies in accordance with existing quality and environmental regulations; to work with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, their content and practical application in the company; and to develop a quality system based on standard specifications. Module 3. Management Skills – Objective: to manage and lead people in companies operating in line with the Industry 4.0 philosophy. Module 4. Software for Process Management and Product Design – Objective: to use and handle tools that support the digitalisation of companies in both design and business management and organisation; to use design software in the development of new products.
HU-VOLUTION – Human-centric revolution of the habitat: learning to design for the new Bauhaus and Society 5.0
The HU-VOLUTION training course will ensure you a good knowledge understating on what is and how to implement the New European Bauhaus and Society 5.0. The course is divided in 7 different training modules including 24 units: 1. Introduction on NEB, 2. Inclusive design, 3. Development of formal, 4. Digital design, 5. Demand and user-oriented design, 6. Circular economy and reuse, 7. Sustainable design
Advanced Technician in Energy Efficiency and Solar Thermal Energy
The general competence of this qualification consists of assessing the efficiency of energy and water installations in buildings, providing technical support for the energy performance rating and certification process of buildings, and designing solar thermal installations, managing their installation and maintenance under conditions of safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.
Technician in Water Networks and Treatment Plants
The general competence of this qualification consists of carrying out the installation, operation and maintenance of water networks, as well as operating and maintaining equipment and facilities in water treatment plants, applying current regulations and established quality, safety, and occupational risk prevention protocols, ensuring their proper functioning and environmental protection.
Advanced Technician in Water Management
The general competence of this qualification consists of managing the efficient use of water by organising and carrying out the installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of water networks and treatment plants, applying quality requirements for both the installations and the water, as well as occupational health and safety measures and environmental protection requirements in accordance with current regulations.
Technician in Construction
The general competence of this qualification consists of carrying out masonry and concrete works, complying with established conditions and deadlines, as well as quality, safety, and environmental requirements, while organising, controlling, and assessing the work.
Technician in Interior Works, Decoration and Rehabilitation
The general competence of this qualification consists of organising and carrying out finishing works in new construction, renovation, and rehabilitation projects, including floors, partitions, and ceilings, through the installation of panels or prefabricated elements, the placement of boards or sheets, the application of continuous coatings, and the painting of surfaces, complying with established conditions and deadlines as well as quality, safety, and environmental requirements.
Technician in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Installations
The general competence of this qualification is to install and maintain refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation systems, applying current regulations and established quality, safety and occupational risk prevention protocols, while ensuring their proper operation and respect for the environment.
