SSERC: Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery
This course is designed to instruct learners on the safe use of bandsaws, circular saws and planer thicknessers. The unit also aims to instruct learners on the safe procedures for carrying out associated tasks such as blade changing. Dates: 10th and 11th September 2025 Closing Date: 13th June 2025 Audience School Technical Support Staff and technical department teachers.. Access to this unit will be at the discretion of the centre but there
SSERC: Practical Metalwork
This practical metalworking skills course is designed to equip teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively deliver the SQA National 4/5 Practical Metalworking Course. Participants will gain hands-on experience in various metalworking techniques, tools, and processes commonly required for the successful completion of the SQA syllabus. The course is delivered to build confidence and skill level through the participation of a number of practical tasks and projects. Where
SSERC: Introductory Physics
In this course you will learn how to set up and operate various pieces of equipment used in the physics department. The course looks at:- Light gates Ray boxes Alpha Electronics kit Multi meters Ocilloscopes Power Supplies Signal Generators Course Date: 29th – 30th October 2025 Closing date: 19th September 2025 Audience School Technical Support Staff. Access to this unit will be at the discretion of the centre. It is recommended that
SSERC: Online Health and Safety Course 2025
This is an online version of our Health and Safety Update course. It is aimed at science teachers, including subject leaders, and technicians. There will be three online sessions via Microsoft Teams. You will be able to interact both verbally and via a “chat pod”. The course is free, and no special software needs to be installed at your school. We are planning self-study ‘add-ons’ to this professional learning to cover
SSERC: Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery
This course is designed to instruct learners on the safe use of bandsaws, circular saws and planer thicknessers. The unit also aims to instruct learners on the safe procedures for carrying out associated tasks such as blade changing. Dates: 5th and 6th November 2025 Closing Date: 26th September 2025 Audience School Technical Support Staff and technical department teachers. Access to this unit will be at the discretion of the centre but there
SSERC: Working with Radioactive Sources
Training for teachers and technicians working with radioactive sources. The course will cover: Working with radioactivity – what the law requires. How to carry out common experiments (practical session). How to leak test (practical session). If your school has a GM tube and counter, please bring it along if you are able to do so. Parts of this course are hands-on and we think it would be useful if you
SSERC: Hot and Cold Metal Forming
Hot & Cold Metal Forming is the fifth part of a modular course focusing on developing practical skills. These skills are required by teachers and technicians for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course. This two day course will involve learning how to safely set up equipment used in forging processes. It will also develop knowledge of various cold metal forming techniques,
SSERC: Intermediate Physics
Audience School Technical Support Staff. Access to this unit will be at the discretion of the centre, but it is recommended that learners have undergone Introductory Physics first. Rationale This course forms part of a suite of competency based CLPL for support staff. Course Leader Norman Bethune 01383 626070 norman.bethune@sserc.scot Location The course will be held at SSERC in Dunfermline. Our SSERC buildings are at 2 Pitreavie Court, Dunfermline, KY11 8UU. SSERC
SSERC: Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery (Refresher)
The purpose of this unit is to refresh learners on the safe use of bandsaws, circular saws and planer thicknessers. The course is suitable for learners who have completed Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery within the last 5 years, and are regular users of the equipment. In order to be certified in this refresher course, you have to have attended the full Two Day SSERC Safe Use of Fixed Workshop Machinery course. By the
