ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 11 Here are some testimonials from students who have participated in the programme recently: Patrycja Trudzik – Regional Support – Systems & Operations – Edmundson/EWL Electric – “I started studying the modules during my graduate trainee programme. I was working at the trade counter in the Glasnevin branch, which was very challenging for me from a product knowledge perspective. The modules helped me to develop my product knowledge very quickly and gave me confidence to provide a better service to our customers. My favourite modules include: “Renewables” and “IT and Data Infrastructure”. Renewables was a very interesting module, particularly EV charging and Solar PV. Both of these new technologies not only offer sustainable solutions to the challenges that the world faces with climate change, but they also open up huge commercial opportunities for everyone in the electrical industry. IT and Data Infrastructure was a very technical, but a practical module that explained some quite complicated processes very clearly and gave me a better understanding of equipment that we all work with on a daily basis. I would recommend AEW Staff Training Modules – Something for Everybody The AEW staff training programme has been running very successfully for a number of years. With over 300 students completing at least 1 of the 12 modules available, AEW Administrator, Ken Legros, tells us “The modules cover virtually every product category that electrical wholesalers stock and supply, with modules suitable for both beginners and experienced staff members too”. these modules to anyone who has an eye to the future.” Ethan Kerin – Branch Manager – CSGL, Ennis – “The modules extensively cover a wide range of product areas in a way that facilitates a thorough understanding of the course material and a comfortable learning pace. Well-structured assessments enhance the learning experience and the inclusion of textbooks serves as a valuable resource both during and after the courses. My two favourite modules were “Industrial Controls” and “Heating & Ventilation”. The Industrial Controls module explores components crucial to industrial processes, covering topics such as switches & indicators, relays & contactors, fuses & breakers, motor controls etc and helped me with problemsolving in real-life applications. The Heating and Ventilation course provides a thorough understanding of heating and ventilation systems, covering the principles of heat, elements controls, types of water heaters, the principles of ventilation and practical applications. This course gives you the skills required to comprehend, design and implement effective heating and ventilation solutions across diverse environments.” IndustryANEeWws Josip Barac – Stores/Sales – Kellihers, Kilkenny – “Overall my experiences with the training modules have been nothing but positive. My knowledge base has increased in relation to the products that my company stocks and I have been able to offer our customers a much better level of service as a result. I found two modules to be particularly beneficial. The Fire, Safety & Security Systems module showed me how different types of alarms, both fire and security, actually work, how they are used and how the end user can benefit from interconnecting each individual system to create a functional installation. The Lighting Systems & Controls module is very interesting, particularly as it focuses on LED lighting. This module explained how different types of controls can be used and how they can be combined to benefit a customer on a project.” The top students will be rewarded for their efforts at the AEW awards lunch on Wednesday 8th May 2024. Further details to follow nearer to the event. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET STARTED, PLEASE CONTACT KEN LEGROS MOBILE 085-2072761 OR EMAIL AT admin@aew.ie
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