Skills for new technicians NY601 / B15

Start date
2 Mar 16
Duration
7 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, University of York, York YO10 5DD How to find us

Summary

"I was impressed by the enthusiasm of the teaching staff and the care and attention put into producing exciting and memorable lessons."
Past participant

This course will provide a thorough grounding in the science technician profession and is suitable for those new to the role within a school or college.

The course is split into two three-day sessions. The first session includes: health and safety, solutions and gas making, glass working, soldering, repairing equipment, working as a science technician and core skills.

The second residential period includes: chemistry, biology, physics, microbiology, plant and animal care, data logging and future development.

This course includes an online component to extend and embed your CPD. It will provide you with support whilst back at school or college, and enable you to collaborate with others and to share experiences and resources. You will receive support to enable you to complete your action plan or gap task and you will also be able to access the online learning community after this period. The online component is an integral part of the course and has been included in the fee and the associated ENTHUSE Award. Normal terms and conditions apply.

This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course. Course fees vary for participants outside the UK. Please contact enquiries@slcs.ac.uk for more information.

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Outcomes

You will be able to:

  • work towards successfully implementing the new skills and knowledge acquired on the course
  • describe and apply policies, procedures and actions that will lead to an effective and efficient technical service
  • describe and explain safety implications and how to address them

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
Skills for new technicians - Day 102 March 201611:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
Skills for new technicians - Day 203 March 201609:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
Skills for new technicians - Day 304 March 201609:00-16:00National STEM Learning Centre
Skills for New Technicians (Online CPD, Day 4)05 March 201600:00-00:00National STEM Learning Centre
Skills for new technicians - Day 522 June 201611:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
Skills for new technicians - Day 623 June 201609:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
Skills for new technicians - Day 724 June 201609:00-16:00National STEM Learning Centre

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Additional information

Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.

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