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  1. Industry event could encourage women to take plumbing courses

    Industry event could encourage women to take plumbing courses

    Plumbing courses could be more popular among women in the Essex area, as an educational establishment is hosting an event specifically aimed at females. Taking place at Colchester Institute on February 9th 2011, the occasion will be the venue's first ever Women in Technology conference, with schoolgirls from across the county expected to attend, according […]

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  2. European success for hybrid cars could boost electrical course demand

    European success for hybrid cars could boost electrical course demand

    Interest in electrical courses could be about to rise after car manufacturer Toyota reported that its success in the hybrid car market should allow it to make progress in other areas of motoring technology. The firm revealed its sales in Europe increased by 29 per cent in 2010 compared to the previous year, with 70,529 […]

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  3. 'Well-implemented FIT scheme' may boost demand for renewable energy courses

    'Well-implemented FIT scheme' may boost demand for renewable energy courses

    The introduction of the feed-in tariff (FIT) has been well thought out and implemented, it has been claimed, with renewable energy courses potentially seeing more interest as a result. Source Renewable director Laurie Eve suggested the government incentive programme has boosted the green power generation industry and has led to a great deal more installations […]

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  4. Pointing The Differences At Porcelain!

    Pointing The Differences At Porcelain!

    Today there is simply an endless selection of tiles available, seemingly in every type of colour, pattern and texture. A fully competent tiler will need to gain as much experience as possible in working with the different types of tiles, once embarked on a professional tiling course, in order to understand their different composition, which […]

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  5. Empty home conversions could provide work for plumbing course attendees

    Empty home conversions could provide work for plumbing course attendees

    Students on plumbing courses may agree with the idea that more empty homes should be brought back into use, as such projects could provide job opportunities. David Ireland, chief executive of campaigning charity Empty Homes, described how the UK has a great need for affordable housing and there are plenty of properties that could be […]

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  6. DIY research may prompt people to take electrical courses

    DIY research may prompt people to take electrical courses

    A new study suggests common DIY skills are in danger of being lost in modern society – a trend that could inspire individuals to take electrical courses and other home improvement training. Sue Beeson, a spokeswoman for AA Home Rescue, claimed the pattern has come about because people automatically choose to hire a tradesman when […]

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  7. Heron Plaza project may require skills of electrical course attendees

    Heron Plaza project may require skills of electrical course attendees

    Technicians who have completed electrical courses may be needed when the construction of Heron Plaza in London begins. The new skyscraper has received planning permission and will be built next to the larger Heron Tower, with both projects masterminded by property tycoon Gerald Ronson, who claimed the Plaza will offer "unparalleled" accommodation for residents and […]

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  8. China-UK agreement could inspire demand for renewable energy courses

    China-UK agreement could inspire demand for renewable energy courses

    A new agreement signed by the UK and China could strengthen demand for renewable energy courses in both countries. The two nations will work together to develop and promote low-carbon growth, with energy and climate change minister in the UK Chris Huhne claiming the deal could lead to increased prosperity. In his view, the co-operative […]

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  9. 'Accelerated learning curve' may boost renewable energy courses

    'Accelerated learning curve' may boost renewable energy courses

    A climate change expert has suggested the development of green power has sped up in recent years, with this trend potentially increasing demand for renewable energy courses in the UK. Speaking to BBC News, head of the climate change centre of excellence at financial services provider HSBC Nick Robins claimed the economic downturn has had […]

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  10. Qualified Training Is Tops For Tilers!

    Qualified Training Is Tops For Tilers!

    Tiling has always been one of the most popular of home improvements undertaken by a DIY enthusiast. However, the lack of formal, qualified tiling course training can sometimes unwittingly show through in details here and there, especially with regards the all-important attention to preparation.Unfortunately, there are still too many occasions when those who have ‘done […]

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  11. Importance of renewable energy courses underlined by company fine

    Importance of renewable energy courses underlined by company fine

    Fines doled out by the Renewable Fuels Agency (RFA) have served to remind UK workers how important the knowledge gained on renewable energy courses can be. Aral Direkt and Total Additifs et Carburants Speciaux – subsidiaries of oil firms BP and Total respectively – and the Yorkshire Petroleum Company have each been ordered to pay […]

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  12. Necessity of plumbing courses underlined by HSE case

    Necessity of plumbing courses underlined by HSE case

    The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has highlighted how vital plumbing courses are for certain procedures after a tradesman was sent to jail for carrying out work while under-qualified. Toni Drury, an HSE inspector, explained that John Carslake - trading as Aqua Plumbing - ignored a prohibition notice preventing him from working on gas appliances […]
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