The BZEE training center in Husum, Germany was established in 2000 by wind energy organizations to address the booming wind industry's lack of qualified personnel and need for standardized training and safety certifications. BZEE offers half-year training programs for wind turbine service technicians, which include classroom instruction, a six-week internship, and final exams. Over 1,400 technicians have graduated from BZEE's Germany programs, and over 2,000 from its expanded programs across Europe and North America. BZEE works with certified colleges to deliver high-quality, standardized, and industry-approved training using real turbine components and equipment.
The document discusses the RES building project which aims to develop a zero energy building (ZEB) in Bjerkreim, Norway. The ZEB will be an exhibition building showcasing sustainable building solutions and energy efficiency. It will produce as much energy annually from renewable sources as it consumes. The building will also house education and research collaborations between local partners on renewable energy and green technology. The goal is for the RES building to serve as a model and drive innovation in energy efficiency.
The BZEE training center in Husum, Germany was established in 2000 by wind energy organizations to address the booming wind industry's lack of qualified personnel and need for standardized training and safety certifications. BZEE offers half-year training programs for wind turbine service technicians, which include classroom instruction, a six-week internship, and final exams. Over 1,400 technicians have graduated from BZEE's Germany programs, and over 2,000 from its expanded programs across Europe and North America. BZEE works with certified colleges to deliver high-quality, standardized, and industry-approved training using real turbine components and equipment.
The document discusses the RES building project which aims to develop a zero energy building (ZEB) in Bjerkreim, Norway. The ZEB will be an exhibition building showcasing sustainable building solutions and energy efficiency. It will produce as much energy annually from renewable sources as it consumes. The building will also house education and research collaborations between local partners on renewable energy and green technology. The goal is for the RES building to serve as a model and drive innovation in energy efficiency.
Noorderpoort College is a regional training center in the Netherlands that offers vocational education to about 22,000 students across 22 schools. It has an annual budget of 131 million euros and about 1,800 staff members. The college offers vocational education across four levels, with pathways that include both school-based and work-based learning. One of its schools, ZEP in Delfzijl, offers courses in maritime, energy, and engineering fields to about 700 students. As the demand for wind energy is increasing in the Netherlands, the college is working to establish an Energy Academy and develop training programs for wind technicians in partnership with schools in Germany.
This document summarizes the key aspects of a Leonardo da Vinci project called VET-Wind including the roles and responsibilities of the National Agency, contractual obligations, budgeting and financial reporting requirements, intellectual property rights, dissemination and exploitation of results. It outlines the main contract between the beneficiary and National Agency, requirements for partnership contracts, payment schedules, eligible cost categories, auditing procedures, budget changes, reporting timelines and valorization.
This document discusses the growing wind power industry and the role of wind technicians. It makes three key points:
1) The size of wind turbines has doubled every 5 years, with turbines larger than 3MW expected to become common. This growth is increasing demand for wind technicians.
2) The European wind industry is expected to employ around 330,000 workers by 2020, up from 155,000 in 2007, as countries work to meet renewable energy and emissions reduction targets.
3) Effective training programs that provide cross-competency education on electrical, mechanical, and safety systems are needed to develop skilled wind technicians who can perform complex maintenance and operations tasks in challenging environments.
The document summarizes the BZEE training center in Husum, Germany which provides certification and training programs for wind turbine technicians. It was established in 2000 by wind energy associations and companies to address the growing wind industry's need for qualified personnel. BZEE offers the world's leading qualification standards developed by the industry, including half-year and 4-month programs for service technicians and assembly technicians respectively, with extensive practical training components. It has certified over 1500 technicians in Germany and 1000 internationally. BZEE works with technical colleges around the world to provide training according to its high standards and certification requirements.
Wind Technicians competence framework SIEMENSFrank Emil Moen
The document discusses Siemens' wind turbine technician competence framework and the need for operations and maintenance technicians in the wind turbine manufacturing industry. It provides an overview of Siemens' wind power business, including their installed base, workforce size, and order backlog. It also summarizes Norway's wind power market potential and identified projects between 2010-2025.
Dalane Upper Secondary School is a school in Norway with about 700 students and 125 employees. It offers both academic and vocational programs, with 60% of students in vocational training. The school has taken on challenges like being an early adopter of ICT and entrepreneurship education. It has a history of good academic results and experience as a demonstration school chosen by the Ministry of Education. Currently, the school engages in projects like long distance learning cooperation and preparing students for careers in wind energy through the Leonardo Project.
Noorderpoort College is a regional training center in the Netherlands that offers vocational education to about 22,000 students across 22 schools. It has an annual budget of 131 million euros and about 1,800 staff members. The college offers vocational education across four levels, with pathways that include both school-based and work-based learning. One of its schools, ZEP in Delfzijl, offers courses in maritime, energy, and engineering fields to about 700 students. As the demand for wind energy is increasing in the Netherlands, the college is working to establish an Energy Academy and develop training programs for wind technicians in partnership with schools in Germany.
This document summarizes the key aspects of a Leonardo da Vinci project called VET-Wind including the roles and responsibilities of the National Agency, contractual obligations, budgeting and financial reporting requirements, intellectual property rights, dissemination and exploitation of results. It outlines the main contract between the beneficiary and National Agency, requirements for partnership contracts, payment schedules, eligible cost categories, auditing procedures, budget changes, reporting timelines and valorization.
This document discusses the growing wind power industry and the role of wind technicians. It makes three key points:
1) The size of wind turbines has doubled every 5 years, with turbines larger than 3MW expected to become common. This growth is increasing demand for wind technicians.
2) The European wind industry is expected to employ around 330,000 workers by 2020, up from 155,000 in 2007, as countries work to meet renewable energy and emissions reduction targets.
3) Effective training programs that provide cross-competency education on electrical, mechanical, and safety systems are needed to develop skilled wind technicians who can perform complex maintenance and operations tasks in challenging environments.
The document summarizes the BZEE training center in Husum, Germany which provides certification and training programs for wind turbine technicians. It was established in 2000 by wind energy associations and companies to address the growing wind industry's need for qualified personnel. BZEE offers the world's leading qualification standards developed by the industry, including half-year and 4-month programs for service technicians and assembly technicians respectively, with extensive practical training components. It has certified over 1500 technicians in Germany and 1000 internationally. BZEE works with technical colleges around the world to provide training according to its high standards and certification requirements.
Wind Technicians competence framework SIEMENSFrank Emil Moen
The document discusses Siemens' wind turbine technician competence framework and the need for operations and maintenance technicians in the wind turbine manufacturing industry. It provides an overview of Siemens' wind power business, including their installed base, workforce size, and order backlog. It also summarizes Norway's wind power market potential and identified projects between 2010-2025.
Dalane Upper Secondary School is a school in Norway with about 700 students and 125 employees. It offers both academic and vocational programs, with 60% of students in vocational training. The school has taken on challenges like being an early adopter of ICT and entrepreneurship education. It has a history of good academic results and experience as a demonstration school chosen by the Ministry of Education. Currently, the school engages in projects like long distance learning cooperation and preparing students for careers in wind energy through the Leonardo Project.
This document summarizes plans for international cooperation on establishing new education programs in energy efficiency and renewable energy at Dalane Upper Secondary School in Norway. The goals are to be the first technology college in Norway to offer approved education in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and wind turbine maintenance. Partnerships with industry and other schools in Europe are discussed to share curriculum and conduct student exchanges. The program aims to help meet Europe's renewable energy and emissions reduction targets by 2030 by training skilled workers for jobs in wind, hydro, and other green energy sectors.
This document outlines Work Package 2 of the Leonardo Da Vinci TOI Vet-Wind Project. The aims of Work Package 2 are to research competence profiles and training content for wind technicians across European countries and provide advice on adapting materials. Each partner organization will produce an action plan to analyze current and planned wind training in their country while exploring opportunities with employers. The methodology will include internal reviews, employer research, and developing models to identify barriers and opportunities to support the wind energy sector's training needs.
Accentuate (North-East) Limited is a VET consultancy organization located in the rural northeast of England near the Scottish border. It will use its experience from previous wind energy projects to lead Work Package 2 in the Leonardo da Vinci 2011-2013 VET-Wind project, focusing on developing wind technician training content and competencies. Key staff involved include Ian Fisher, an experienced wind energy training developer, and Stewart Deas, with expertise in designing Leonardo and EU projects.
This document discusses the monitoring and evaluation plan for the LDV-project "VET-WIND" work package 6 kick-off meeting. It will monitor project progress, deliverables and results, the cooperation and communication process, and the applicability and usability of project outcomes. Possible indicators include whether activities are on schedule and of high quality, how well communication is working amongst partners, and if the project is effectively increasing skills transparency, mobility, and employability. Interim evaluations will be conducted digitally after meetings and when draft products are ready, and a final global evaluation report will be delivered after the project ends. Six digital questionnaires will be used for internal and external interim and final evaluations of steering group, working group, and
111114 wp3 material-methods-univerusty_gotlandFrank Emil Moen
The document discusses the aims and activities of Work Package 3 (WP3), which focuses on training material and methods for vocational education and training of wind technicians in various European countries. WP3 plans to (1) research existing training materials and methods used across Europe, (2) provide advice on adapting materials between countries, and (3) adapt, test and update materials towards common European standards. Key activities include translating, analyzing, comparing and transferring materials between partners and stakeholders to normalize wind energy training. New materials will also be developed and tested, including distance learning elements.
Accentuate (North-East) Limited is a VET consultancy organization located in the rural northeast of England near the Scottish border. It will use its experience from previous wind energy projects to lead Work Package 2 in the VET-Wind project, focusing on content and competence for wind technician training. Ian Fisher, the principal wind consultant, has 5 years experience developing wind training programs, while Stewart Deas has extensive experience designing Leonardo da Vinci projects and VET courses. They will be supported by business manager Rick McCordall.
The document summarizes the wind power technician program offered at Hjalmar Strömer school in Strömsund municipality, Sweden. The 2-year program provides advanced vocational training to qualify students as wind power technicians for service, operation and maintenance of wind farms. It includes courses in administration, work safety, electricity, mechanics, and wind engineering. Graduates will be prepared for technical jobs maintaining and servicing wind turbines in Sweden and abroad. The program emphasizes work safety, including training in working at heights and in cold climates.
Gotland University is located in Sweden and has 6,831 students between its on-campus and online programs. It has 16 education programs across 200 courses and focuses on multi-disciplinary research in regional and international cooperation. Gotland University has a wind energy department that offers education programs in wind power project management and energy and society, as well as online wind power course packages and vocational training for wind power technicians. The university has a center for wind utilization that conducts research communication and provides a knowledge database and educational materials to support wind power development.
CENIFER is a training center in Navarre, Spain that focuses on renewable energies like wind, hydroelectric, solar, and biomass. It aims to train technicians to work in the renewable energy industry and retrain existing technicians. CENIFER offers initial vocational training programs, employment training, and training for trainers. It has trained over 2,600 people since 2010. CENIFER is supported by the Government of Navarre and Spanish Government and has various workshops and facilities to support hands-on learning.
The Wirtschaftsakademie Schleswig-Holstein is a private institution for further education located in northern Germany that is appointed by the Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Flensburg, Kiel and Lübeck. It has 550 employees and 900 part-time lecturers, and offers training to 25,000 participants annually across 22 locations in Schleswig-Holstein. In addition to vocational training programs, it also offers college degree programs in business administration, information technology, and technical engineering through its College of Cooperative Education. The Wirtschaftsakademie also conducts mandatory wind training in Husum, including safety training, and collaborates on wind training with other European instit