This Micro-Credential - Transport Modelling And Planning at Trinity College Dublin uses the models following the structures mandated by the National Transport Authority. This micro-credential provides a comprehensive overview of the structure of these models and as such would be valuable to those requiring knowledge on how these models are used in transport appraisals. This […]
A recent report by Ireland’s Fiscal Council highlights significant barriers hindering the timely delivery of infrastructure projects across the nation. The primary culprit, according to the analysis, is the State's planning and objection system, which has long been criticized for its slow and unpredictable nature, contributing to increased project costs and delays. Comparing Ireland's Infrastructure […]
The Higher Diploma in Building Information Modelling is a 2-year course run by Atlantic Technological University, Galway. BIM has changed the way industry professionals worldwide think about how technology can be applied to building design, construction, and management. BIM also supports the continuous and immediate availability of project design, scope, schedule, and cost information that […]
A new report “Timber in Construction Academic Survey” by the Timber in Construction Steering Group evaluates the current approach in Ireland to teaching engineers and architects in third level institutions on the use of timber in construction. Recommendations are provided on the academic supports needed for timber in construction and the growing need to include […]
A new reports titled “Global Policies Influencing the Greater Adoption of Timber in Construction” by the Timber in Construction Steering Group identifies and summarises key policies, strategies and regulatory frameworks used in other countries around the world influencing the greater adoption of timber in construction. The report also provides recommendations on the best practice in […]
The part-time Certificate in Introduction to BIM (using Revit) programme at Griffith College Dublin consists of one module taught over one semester. The part-time Certificate in Introduction to BIM (using Revit) programme consists of one module taught over one semester. This programme is designed to introduce Building Information Modelling (BIM) and explore and develop basic […]
Architectural Technology And Design QQI Level 5 at Dunboyne College of Further Education is a one-year course is designed to provide students with the valuable skills needed to work in the architecture and design sectors or to progress to third level options. Students will gain a firm foundation in Computer Aided Design (CAD), which is […]
The Construction Industry Federation has responded to the phasing out of the waste recovery and landfill levy exemptions for construction and demolition waste, which will come into effect on 1st September 2024. Hubert Fitzpatrick, Director General of the Construction Industry Federation said: “It is a shared objective of both government and industry to reduce construction waste. […]
In response to critical & proven skills needs in the construction and the built environment sector, University of Galway has developed a suite of courses in construction innovation including a free taster session Learn more at -https://bit.ly/3Wbq90Y IRELAND'S CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING SECTORS' UPCOMING JOBS & RECRUITMENT EVENT RETURNS TO THE RDS IN 2025 DATE Saturday, 22nd […]
Two Irish projects and three multi-country projects involving Irish partners have been selected to receive funding from the EU’s Connecting Europe Facility for Transport (CEF Transport). This will see more than €112m of EU funding invested in transport infrastructure projects that support Ireland’s connectivity and enhance the safety, sustainability and digitalisation of our transport systems. […]
