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Key Details

  • Available at:
    CIST-Llangefni
  • Study Mode:
    Part-time
  • Course Length:

    2 hours

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Using Energy in the Home

Potensial (Lifelong Learning)

CIST-Llangefni
Thursday, 07/11/2024
CIST-Llangefni
Wednesday, 20/11/2024
CIST-Llangefni
Wednesday, 04/12/2024
CIST-Llangefni
Wednesday, 11/12/2024

Course Description

This course offers an introduction to understanding and managing energy use in the home, the delivery will be a mix of classroom based activities alongside practical demonstrations

Focusing on practical topics, advice and information, the course aims to help learners who are 19+ to navigate domestic energy use through topics such as appliance running costs, metering, statements and energy efficiency, as well as looking ahead to renewable options for homes.

Unit 1 - Understanding how we use Energy at Home

  • Recognise that different types of fuel are used in the home
  • Examine the energy consumption of electrical appliances
  • Understand how to read meters
  • Recognise the benefits of smart meters

Unit 2 – Adding up the Cost of Energy Use at Home

  • Understand the layout of an energy statement
  • Recognise energy use from meter readings
  • Recognise information on a fuel statement
  • Describe different ways of paying for fuel
  • Examine actions for reducing energy waste at home

Course Dates

CIST-Llangefni

DateTimeDaysHoursWeeksCostBookingsCode
07/11/202417:00 Wednesday2.001 Free0 / 10MON44132

CIST-Llangefni

DateTimeDaysHoursWeeksCostBookingsCode
20/11/202417:00 Wednesday2.001 Free0 / 10MON44133

CIST-Llangefni

DateTimeDaysHoursWeeksCostBookingsCode
04/12/202417:00 Wednesday2.001 Free0 / 10MON44134

CIST-Llangefni

DateTimeDaysHoursWeeksCostBookingsCode
11/12/202417:00 Wednesday2.001 Free0 / 10MON44135

Entry Criteria

To access this free training, you will need to:

  • be 19 years or older;
  • live within the counties of Gwynedd, Anglesey, Conwy and Denbighshire.

Delivery

Small friendly group sessions

Assessment

None.

Progression

Following the Multiply course, Potensial (Lifelong Learning) offers a wide range of courses for adult learners in Gwynedd, Anglesey, Conwy and Denbighshire to develop new skills; return to learning; gain new knowledge in a subject of interest. Find out more here - https://www.gllm.ac.uk/course-type/potensial-lifelong-learning

Other details

Course type: Potensial (Lifelong Learning)

Level: 0

Programme Area:

  • Multiply