NMITE (the New Model Institute for Technology & Engineering) has announced that it has reconfigured of its pioneering Timber Technology Engineering Design (TED) courses into specialised, concise programmes tailored for professionals within the UK’s built environment sector.
An evolution of the original 12-week part-time courses (TED1 and TED2), the initiative reflects NMITE’s proactive approach to sustainable construction education, addressing the needs of learners to who would like access to short courses that suit their individual circumstances.
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Responding to the industry’s demand for specialised knowledge, NMITE has segmented the comprehensive TED curriculum into focused three-week modules on timber sustainability and timber materials. It has also introduced a four-week module, including a week in residence, for timber design.
According to NMITE, the beauty of the new course design is its flexibility. It allows learners to participate in a selection of courses based on their availability and job roles. These offerings are designed to enrich professionals, including architects, engineers and construction experts, who deeply understand sustainable timber use in building projects without disrupting their work commitments.
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‘Adapting our timber technology engineering design courses to the evolving educational and professional landscape signifies our dedication to sustainability and innovation in construction,’ said Steve Bertasso, timber TED course lead. ‘The revised format allows professionals to experience the same content with few disruptions to work schedules and a lower carbon footprint to attend. Our courses are a cornerstone in our mission to nurture a generation of professionals equipped to lead the transition to sustainable building practices.’
The newly structured courses are designed for to maximise convenience and efficacy, catering to the busy schedules of professionals. Each course is compact, enabling participants to immerse themselves in intensive learning sessions over the three weeks, with opportunities to engage with other students in discussion and project-based learning. This format not only facilitates a deep dive into the specific aspects of timber technology but also ensures that the learning experience is manageable and compatible with the demanding timelines of professionals in the field.
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Delivered in collaboration with Timber Development UK and Edinburgh Napier University, the updated courses maintain NMITE’s tradition of excellence in timber education. By offering these focused educational pathways, NMITE seeks to expand its influence on sustainable practices in the construction industry both nationally and globally.
NMITE is also planning to release the TED2 course series, including timber technology, timber construction and timber design 2, in a similar format
Further details on the new short courses and enrolment information can be found here.