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City and Guilds level 2 Award in Entrant and Entry Controller for Confined Spaces (Medium Risk) - 6160-09 - This course is designed to provide delegates that need to enter confined spaces and hazardous areas with an in-depth understanding of the Legal requirements and the associated legislation, hazard identification and suitable control measures. Book via our website @ https://www.vp-ess.com/training/confined-spaces/6160-09-city-and-guilds-level-2-award-in-entrant-and-entry-controller-for-confined-spaces-(medium-ri/ or via email at: esstrainingsales@vpplc.com or phone on: 0800 000 346

What you Will Learn Plan and prioritize each day's activities in a more efficient, productive manner Establish strategies to execute priorities and overcome procrastination Understand how to make trade-offs when faced with fire drills How to set and communicate boundary conditions Getting Started Introductions Course orientation Participants' expectations Foundation Concepts Exercise: A day in your life Resources to implement change Mind-set Tool-set Skill-set What is your time really worth? The dynamics of procrastination The myth of multi-tasking Brain Rules - how to optimize your efficiency Organization and Prioritization Time management best practices Goal setting Exercise: Identifying your priorities The importance of organization Time management framework Prioritizing time Time Management Techniques Tips for managing time Nine ways to overcome procrastination The STING technique Managing your time o Handling unplanned urgencies o Dealing with information overload Delegation and managing others' time Creating your personal action plan Summary Course summary and next steps Applying what you have learned

Managing Stress and Building Resilience: In-House Training Stress has an impact on all of us at some point in our professional lives. Learning how to manage stress and build resilience will result in higher professional productivity, better health, and more sustainable living habits. It will also help us create a physical - and emotional - work-life balance. In this one-day workshop, you will learn practical solutions to sustain behavior change that can positively impact your life on both a professional and personal level. When you are able to reduce the level of negative stress that affects you, your performance improves, along with your health and happiness. The objective of this course is therefore not only to create awareness around emotional well-being in a work context, but also to help participants create a better overall balance between the investment they make in their personal and professional lives. This course covers how our perceptions affect our beliefs and how our beliefs affect our actions. You will learn a host of stress-reduction techniques, while exploring your own stress triggers and responses. Highly interactive, the sessions cover a blend of theory, discussions, and exercises. You will explore concepts with fellow participants within a safe environment where skills and habits can be developed, sharpened, and improved. What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Identify what stress feels like and what the typical symptoms and reactions are to stress Analyze your own responses to stressful events and the consequences of those reactions Organize your work structure to reduce stress and build resilience Recognize activities that drain you and those that give you energy Generate relief from stressful events Cultivate a mindset of resilience Better manage your time, work commitments, and personal boundaries in order to be most effective at your job Getting Started What is stress? Beliefs and thinking errors Work-life balance Drainers and energizers Stress reduction techniques Time management Summary and Next Steps

The Art of Negotiation: In-House Training Confidence, rapport, curiosity, and patience are essential ingredients to successfully handling a difficult conversation and negotiation. In this course, you will learn to identify and manage aspects of a negotiation, distinguish needs from wants, and manage expectations. The course will cover communication best practices, strategies for handling difficult conversations, and the basics of the art of negotiation. What you Will Learn Master the different ways to say 'no' Determine negotiation strategies based on typical client strategies Develop solutions to break deadlocks Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Establishing personal learning objectives Foundation Concepts Exercise: Most Challenging Scenarios and Outcomes Debrief: Impact versus intent Addressing customer expectations Needs versus wants Key skills for managing customer relationships Elicitation (requirements gathering) Communication and active listening Sensitivity and empathy Handling Difficult Conversations Saying 'no' The Ladder of Inference 4-Step approach for handling difficult conversations Characteristics of a trusted advisor Communication Best Practices Attunement and active listening Exercise: Identifying Effective Techniques Communication pitfalls and best practices Building rapport and influence Words of wisdom Exercise: Reflection on Challenges Negotiation Strategies Negotiation basics Five phases of negotiation Identifying different strategies Traditional versus Progressive Hard - Soft - Principled Exercise: Your Preferred Techniques Selecting appropriate strategy for project negotiations Common pitfalls to avoid The impact of culture on negotiation Looking at conflict through the lens of negotiation Exercise: Mapping a Resolution

The Art of Delegation and High-Impact Feedback: In-House Training Whether you are a project manager, an executive, or simply someone involved in leading or helping others, a critical part of your work must involve delegating and giving feedback. These two skills, however, are not as simple as they seem. How do you know what to Partcipant? What kinds of feedback should you give? Knowing this and practicing this are two different things. Ultimately, delegating and giving feedback are skills that must be done mindfully, strategically, and meaningfully. They must be done in ways that not only positively impact performance, but also inspire growth, engagement, and motivation. When done poorly, they can create significant problems. But when done well, they can generate value for everyone and benefit future endeavors. In this course, you will learn to think more deeply about the importance of delegating and discover how to give better feedback. You will have opportunities to apply best practices and methodologies that you can use in the real world, ultimately paying off for you and for others. What you Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Explain why common excuses for NOT delegating are short-sighted Identify what needs delegating by using a proven methodology Utilize best practices in real world scenarios, delegating in a way that benefits you and the individual to whom you Partcipant Summarize key lessons learned in brain science which enhance the feedback-giving process Recognize the critical connection between feedback and performance Apply a proven model to deliver feedback that inspires growth, engagement, and motivation Getting Started What is delegation? What makes delegation hard? What do I Partcipant and why? How to Partcipant effectively Feedback Exploring the feedback process Why feedback is hard to give...and receive Why giving feedback effectively is important Feedback models

For pupils aged 14+ | Delivered in UK Schools by Real World App and Games Developers Our new Getting Started with Website Design and Development Workshop is a great way to introduce your pupils to coding. We’ll focus on HTML, CSS and JavaScript throughout a full-day workshop. At the end of the day, they will have a working website, along with notes and support so they are equipped to design an online portfolio for their work, or other project.

Why learn V-Ray for architects and designers? Realistic Visuals: V-Ray produces lifelike renderings for precise design visualization. Enhanced Presentations: Stunning visuals secure approvals and investments effectively. Time and Cost Efficiency: Streamlines design iterations, cutting down prototyping expenses. Click here for more info: Website Scheduling Your Training: You can also call 02077202581 to book. Training Duration: 10 hours Method: In-person face-to-face sessions or live online.  Course Title: V-Ray Essentials for Architects and Designers Course Duration: 10 Hours Course Overview: Unlock the power of V-Ray, the industry-standard rendering software, and elevate your architectural and design projects to new heights. In this comprehensive 10-hour course, you'll dive deep into V-Ray and gain the skills needed to create stunning visualizations. Whether you're an architect or designer, this course will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to bring your ideas to life. Module 1: Introduction to V-Ray (1 hour) Understanding the V-Ray interface Navigating the V-Ray toolbar Setting up your first V-Ray project Module 2: Lighting Mastery (2 hours) Utilizing various light sources Achieving realistic daylight simulations Creating artificial lighting setups Mastering V-Ray's advanced lighting tools Module 3: Material Magic (2 hours) Exploring V-Ray materials Creating realistic textures and finishes Understanding material properties Working with material libraries Module 4: Perfecting Render Settings (1 hour) Configuring render settings for optimal results Setting up render elements for post-processing Achieving photorealistic renderings Module 5: Advanced Rendering Techniques (2 hours) Fine-tuning render settings for specific scenarios Creating stunning visual effects Optimizing render times Rendering animations and walkthroughs Module 6: Realistic Environments (1 hour) Incorporating background images and environments Adding context to your architectural scenes Achieving seamless integration of 3D models and backgrounds Module 7: Portfolio-Ready Projects (1 hour) Applying V-Ray skills to complete a professional project Assembling a portfolio showcasing your work Course Benefits: Master V-Ray for architectural and design projects. Create photorealistic renderings with confidence. Customize lighting, materials, and textures for your designs. Optimize render settings for efficiency and quality. Enhance your portfolio with impressive visualizations. Receive lifetime email support for continued guidance. Explore career opportunities as a rendering specialist. Who Should Attend: Architects Interior Designers 3D Artists Visualization Specialists CGI Artists Architectural Renderers Game Environment Artists Virtual Reality (VR) Developers Anyone passionate about architectural rendering and design Method of Instruction: 1-on-1 personalized training In-person or live online sessions Hands-on exercises and practical projects Upon completing the "V-Ray Essentials for Architects and Designers" course, participants will: V-Ray Proficiency: Master V-Ray rendering for photorealistic visualizations. Advanced Lighting Skills: Create dynamic and realistic lighting scenarios. Material Expertise: Customize textures and materials for enhanced visuals. Optimized Renders: Configure settings for efficient workflows. Advanced Techniques: Learn rendering tricks for stunning effects. Realistic Environments: Integrate 3D models seamlessly into real-world settings. Portfolio Development: Build a competitive portfolio showcasing advanced rendering skills. Benefits for Interior Designers and Architects: Enhanced Visualization: Improve design communication with realistic visualizations. Competitive Edge: Stand out with high-quality renderings. Efficient Decision-Making: Experiment and refine designs before execution. Streamlined Workflows: Produce quality renders efficiently. Career Opportunities: Explore roles in architectural visualization, 3D art, and CGI. In short, this course equips interior designers and architects with V-Ray skills to create impressive visualizations, improve communication, gain a competitive edge, streamline workflows, and expand career options. Master Vray Rendering: Achieve proficiency in Vray rendering for architectural and interior design projects. Industry Excellence: Learn industry-standard practices and workflows to produce high-quality results. Flexible Learning: Choose between in-person or live online training to suit your schedule. Resourceful Learning: Access recorded lessons for convenient review and reinforcement. Ongoing Support: Benefit from lifetime email support, ensuring you receive guidance beyond the course. Career Guidance: Receive free career advice to make informed decisions about your professional growth. Upon completion, our Vray for Architects and Interior Designers Training Course opens doors to various career opportunities in the architecture and design industry. Graduates with advanced rendering skills can explore roles such as: Architectural Visualizer Interior Designer 3D Artist Rendering Specialist Visualization Specialist CGI Artist Architectural Renderer Game Environment Artist Virtual Reality (VR) Developer Freelance Rendering Professional Vray Mastery: Gain expertise in Vray rendering for architectural and interior design projects. Industry-Approved Methods: Learn tried-and-true workflows for exceptional results. Flexible Learning: Opt for in-person or live online training at your convenience. Easy Review: Access recorded lessons to reinforce your knowledge conveniently. Lifelong Support: Receive ongoing guidance even after course completion. Career Consultation: Make informed decisions about your professional growth. Career Opportunities: Unlock doors to diverse roles in architecture and design, including Architectural Visualizer, Interior Designer, 3D Artist, Rendering Specialist, and more.

Why Choose Vray for Maya Essentials Course?  Learn V-Ray's power for stunning 3D visualizations. In design and architecture, it's essential for effective idea communication, offering an intuitive interface and efficient rendering, ensuring faster images and animations. Click here for more info: Website Duration: 10 hours Training Approach: 1-To-1 Sessions. Schedule: Customize your schedule by pre-booking a convenient hour of your choice, available Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Module 1: Introduction to Vray for Maya (2 hours) Understand the significance of Vray and its integration with Maya. Installation and setup of Vray for Maya. Familiarize with the Vray interface, workflow, and materials overview. Module 2: Lighting with Vray (2 hours) Explore various lighting techniques in Vray. Understand different Vray lights and their settings. Master the creation and control of Vray sun, sky, dome lighting, and IES lights. Learn efficient lighting workflows with Vray. Module 3: Vray Camera (2 hours) Grasp Vray camera settings and exposure control. Work with Vray depth of field and create camera animations. Understand Vray frame buffer functionalities. Module 4: Vray Materials (2 hours) Explore Vray materials, realistic material creation, and custom material libraries. Utilize Vray material overrides for enhanced customization. Module 5: Vray Rendering and Post Production (2 hours) Dive into Vray rendering settings and techniques for both images and animations. Enhance post-production skills using Photoshop and Vray frame buffer. Learn the art of compositing Vray render elements and utilizing Vray denoiser. Additional Topics Covered: Global Illumination in VRay: Exploring techniques such as Irradiance Map, Light Cache, Quasi-Monte Carlo/Brute Force, and Environmental Lighting. Image Sampling: Understanding Fixed, Adaptive QMC, and Adaptive Subdivisions for optimal rendering quality. VRay Lights: Mastering Plane Light, Dome Light, Sphere Light, VRay Sun, VRay Shadow, Image-Based Lighting HDRI, and Object-Based Lighting. VRay Camera: Manipulating Focal Length, Film Speed, and Shutter Speed for precise camera control. VRay Materials: Customizing Diffuse Color, Reflection, Refraction, and Blurry Reflections for lifelike material creation. Rendering Test Scenes: Practical application by rendering interior and exterior scenes for a hands-on learning experience. V-Ray-Maya Trial  https://www.chaos.com Master Vray for Maya to create high-quality renders. Apply various lighting techniques for realistic and visually appealing scenes. Control Vray camera settings and create dynamic shots. Create and customize realistic Vray materials for 3D scenes. Optimize rendering settings for high-quality output. Enhance renders with post-production techniques in Photoshop. Establish an efficient workflow with Vray in Maya. Gain hands-on experience and access valuable resources for further practice. Vray Proficiency: Master Vray tools, interface, and workflows in Maya for advanced 3D visualization. Advanced Lighting Skills: Expertise in diverse lighting techniques, including Vray sun, sky, and IES lights. Camera Control: Proficient manipulation of Vray camera settings, exposure, and animations. Material Customization: Create and customize realistic materials, utilizing custom libraries and overrides. Rendering Excellence: Skills in rendering images and animations, post-production, and compositing techniques. Global Illumination Mastery: Understand advanced global illumination methods for realistic scene lighting. Potential Jobs: 3D Lighting Artist: Specialize in illuminating scenes for films, games, or animations. 3D Visualization Specialist: Create realistic architectural or product visualizations. 3D Rendering Specialist: Focus on rendering high-quality images and animations. 3D Animator: Animate scenes within the context of realistic lighting. 3D Modeler: Develop detailed 3D models, ensuring realistic rendering. Visualization Consultant: Provide expert advice on visualization techniques. Freelance Vray Artist: Work independently on diverse projects, rendering scenes with exceptional realism. Expert Guidance: Receive guidance from certified tutors and industry professionals, benefitting from their deep expertise and practical insights. They will share valuable tips and techniques to enhance your rendering skills. Flexible Learning: Choose between in-person or live online sessions, tailored to your preference and location. Schedule training at your convenience, available Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 8 pm. Lifetime Assistance: Access lifetime email support, ensuring continuous guidance even after course completion. Our dedicated team is committed to addressing your queries and helping you overcome challenges. Unlock Your Potential: Enroll in our V-Ray for Maya Training Course to harness the power of this industry-leading rendering engine. Elevate your visual effects and animation skills, unleashing your creativity with stunning and lifelike renders.

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