Training and Assessment Centre Course Portfolio

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2. Contents Introduction Our Team Our Facilities & Methods Our Portfolio Contact Us Booking Form Our Services We are approved by the HEA to provide training and assessment for the National Highways Sector Scheme (NHSS) and offer a range of courses that meet the training specifications for the scheme. Training Assessment Central Office Systems NHSS Competency On Street Equipment Back Next

3. Introduction At Traffic Solutions we are proud to offer a fully equipped and professionally staffed Skills Training and Assessment Centre. Our aim is to deliver high quality training that meets the requirements of your workforce and the industry in which we operate. The Training Centre is certified as a Highway Electrical Academy (HEA) Approved Training Organisation. Contents Back Next

4. Our trainers Our courses are delivered by a team of professional trainers who between them have over 50 years of training experience. All are qualified to a minimum standard of Certificate in Education in Post Compulsory Education and Training. Each trainer holds relevant qualifications in their area of expertise, such as a HNC/HND or a Degree, and several are qualified NVQ assessors. All of our trainers are HEA approved and are well-placed to apply their existing knowledge to provide training that meets the industry standards. Contents Back Next

5. Our facilities and methods Based at Traffic Solutions’ main site in Poole, the Training Centre has five fully equipped training rooms together with outside training facilities. Courses can also be held at a location of your choice, such as on your own premises, providing there are a sufficient number of delegates and adequate facilities exist. Our trainers utilise the latest learning methods, with an emphasis on a combination of classroom learning and practical hands-on training using the facilities on site. The team produce both comprehensive training documentation and effective Microsoft PowerPoint presentations to aid course delivery. Certificates can be issued to delegates either for attendance or achievement if the training undertaken included assessment. The latter will carry our industry based accreditations where appropriate. Contents Back Next

6. Our portfolio We are approved by the HEA to provide training for the National Highways Sector Scheme (NHSS) and offer a range of courses that meet the training specifications for the scheme. All our trainers are Authorising Officers for the NHSS and are qualified to assess the competency of personnel working in the highway electrical industry. As such, they can help your staff meet the requirements necessary to obtain a competency card. The Training Centre currently offers a considerable variety of courses to suit all levels of knowledge and experience on subjects ranging from health & safety, risk assessment and electrical theory & testing, through to the operation and management of Siemens’ systems, such as UTC. We take a flexible approach to training, so if there isn’t a course in our portfolio that meets your requirements, we can tailor an existing course or even design and develop a bespoke training solution to suit your needs. We also run a selection of open courses that individuals can attend. Please take a look at our website to see an up-to-date list of courses and dates available. Contents Back Next

7. Central Office Systems Central Office Management (COMET) Remote Monitoring (RMS) Urban Traffic Control (UTC) COMET System Operators RMS System Operators UTC System Operators RMS System Managers COMET System Managers UTC System Managers COMET Car Parking RMS System Refresher UTC System Refresher Fault Management System (PREFECT) Car Parking SCOOT SIESPACE Car Parking PREFECT System Operators SCOOT Appreciation COMET Car Parking PREFECT System Managers Configurator IC4 PREFECT System Refresher We can provide training on all of our own systems. Above is a selection but if you require training on a system that is not listed please contact us. Contents Back Next

8. COMET System Operators • Aim • This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers and Operators with the required key skills to operate the COMET system correctly and effectively. • Duration • 2 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

9. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us COMET System Managers • Aim • This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the required key skills to operate the COMET system correctly and effectively. • Duration • 3 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

10. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us RMS System Operators • Aim This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the knowledge needed to support the RMS system and equip them with the key skills required for day to day operation. • Duration • 2 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

11. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us RMS System Managers • Aim This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the knowledge needed to support the RMS system and equip them with the key skills required for day to day operation, as well as OMCU configuration and live update diagram generation. • Duration • 4 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

12. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us RMS System Refresher • Aim This course aims to provide suitably qualified personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to support the RMS system for day to day running. It is intended as a refresher for those who have not used the system for a while or for those who have used the system for a while and want to consolidate their skills with formal training. • Duration • 1 day • Assessment • We do not provide formal assessment on this programme. Should you require this please contact us. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

13. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us UTC System Operators • Aim This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the knowledge needed to support UTC/SCOOT and equip them with the key skills required for day to day operation. • Duration • 4 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

14. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us UTC System Managers • Aim This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the knowledge needed to support UTC/SCOOT and equip them with the key skills required for day to day operation in terms of database modification, operation and, where applicable, system maintenance. • Duration • 4 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

15. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us UTC System Refresher • Aim • This course aims to provide suitably qualified personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to support UTC/SCOOT for day to day running. It is intended as a refresher for those who have not used the system for a while or for those who have used the system for a while and want to consolidate their skills with formal training. • Duration • 1 day • Assessment • We do not provide formal assessment on this programme. Should you require this please contact us. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

16. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us PREFECT System Operators • Aim • This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the knowledge needed to support the PREFECT Fault Management system and equip them with the key skills required for day to day operation. • Duration • 2 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

17. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us PREFECT System Managers • Aim • This course aims to provide suitably qualified Traffic Engineers with the knowledge needed to support the PREFECT Fault Management system and equip them with the key skills required for day to day operation and system management. • Duration • 3.5 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

18. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us PREFECT System Refresher • Aim • This course aims to provide suitably qualified personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to support the PREFECT Fault Management system for day to day running. It is intended as a refresher for those who have not used the system for a while or for those who have used the system for a while and want to consolidate their skills with formal training. • Duration • 1 day • Assessment • We do not provide formal assessment on this programme. Should you require this please contact us. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

19. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us COMET Car Parking • Aim This course aims to provide Local Authority personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to support and operate the COMET Car Parking system. • Duration • 1.5 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

20. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us SIESPACE Car Parking • Aim This course aims to provide Local Authority personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to support and operate the SIESPACE Car Parking system or COMET Car Parking system. • Duration • 1.5 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

21. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us SCOOT Appreciation • Aim This course has been adapted to give people associated with the day to day operations of UTC a general understanding of the traffic principles, architecture, features and operation of the SCOOT system. • Duration • 3 days • Assessment • We can provide the individual attendee a summative and application assessment. The current grading structure can be made available upon request. Link to full syllabus Back to Central Office Systems

22. On Street Equipment We deliver a selection of courses that meet the training specification for the National Highway Sector Scheme (NHSS). NHSS Home NHSS Full Training Specification Other NHSS Courses delivered by Siemens Click on a category below and you will be taken to a list of course we deliver in this area. Foundation Health and Safety Equipment Electrical Contents Back Next

23. Foundation Simply click on the course you are interested in and you will be taken to the NHSS syllabus for that course. Contents Back Traffic Principles (M301) Next Advanced Traffic Principles (M704) Booking Form Traffic Product Appreciation (M203) Contact Us Back to On Street Equipment NHSS Full Training Specification Other NHSS Courses delivered by Siemens

24. Equipment We run courses on all of our controllers (e.g., ST700, ST800, ST900, LV/ELV) as well as those built by other manufacturers, offering both product overview and first line maintenance training. Contents Back Simply click on the course you are interested in and you will be taken to the NHSS syllabus for that course. Next Junction Traffic Controller Maintenance (M608) Booking Form Contact Us Pedestrian Traffic Controller Maintenance (M609) Back to On Street Equipment NHSS Full Training Specification Other NHSS Courses delivered by Siemens

25. Health and Safety Simply click on the course you are interested in and you will be taken to the NHSS syllabus for that course. Contents Back Health and Safety at Work (101) Hazards and Risk Assessment (201) Next COSHH Principles (102) Effective Personal Protective Equipment (207) Booking Form Manual Handling (104) Contact Us Back to On Street Equipment NHSS Full Training Specification Other NHSS Courses delivered by Siemens

26. Electrical Simply click on the course you are interested in and you will be taken to the NHSS syllabus for that course. Contents BS 7671/IEE Wiring Requirements (403) Back Electrical Safety (103) Next Working in the Vicinity of DNO Equipment – G39/1 (210/M404) Basic Electrical Theory (401.1) Booking Form Using Test Equipment on Non Energised Circuits to BS 7671 (M405) Advanced Electrical Theory (401.2) Contact Us Electricity at Work Regulations (402) Energised Testing and Inspection to BS 7671 (M406) Back to On Street Equipment NHSS Full Training Specification Other NHSS Courses delivered by Siemens

27. Contents Back Next Booking Form Contact Us NHSS Competency Card All our trainers are Authorising Officers for the NHSS and are qualified to assess the competency of personnel working in the highway electrical industry. As such, they can help your staff meet the requirements necessary to obtain a competency card. Please contact us for further information.

28. Contact Us • For more information on how we can help you fulfill your training needs, please contact us at the Training Centre. • Tel: 01202 782294 • Fax: 01202 782487 • Post: Siemens Mobility, Traffic Solutions, Sopers Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7ER UK • View a list of our current open courses here. Contents Back