Events
School of the Built and Natural Environment, Glasgow Caledonian University –
Programme of CPD Events September to December 2010
From 1st September to 9th December 2010 (48 Events)
Majority 12.00 hrs to 14.00 hrs : some 16.00 hrs to 18.00 hrs. and some evening
Majority in Glasgow Caledonian University, Buchanan House, Room 505
Introduction to planning Construction Projects
Wednesday 8th September 2010
The course will look at the process of developing the initial overall project plan, the communication of this plan to all stakeholders and how to use the plan to assist in delivering the project. Further information
School Grounds – for Nature, Health, Learning and Play
Wednesday 8th September 2010
The event will be an opportunity to find out how some local authorities are using their school grounds to increase biodiversity, improve health and learn about nature. It will also give the chance to find out about the support available for this type of work from others in the local authority, local organisations and national projects and organisations. Further information
The Hub Initiative
Wednesday 8th September (Edinburgh) :Tuesday 11th January (Glasgow)
The Scotland-wide Hub Initiative reflects a national approach to the delivery of new community infrastructure worth more than £1 billion over the next ten years.
The presentation will focus on progress with implementing the hub initiative, which brings together local public sector organisations to increase joint working by the shared delivery of best value and sustainable community buildings. Further information
International Mediation in Construction Conference
Thursday 9th September 2010
The International Mediation in Construction Conference will explore the use of mediation in construction and examine current practices in Scotland, the UK and within the wider international context. The aim of the conference is to promote mediation and maximise its use. Further information
Managing and Maintaining-Traditional-Woodlands
Thursday 9th and Friday 10th September 2010
Traditional woodland management and maintenance are critical to wildlife and habitat stewardship, as well as maintaining Scotland’s woodlands as amenities for the general public. Using traditional practices, woodlands can be managed and maintained in a sustainable way that creates synergies between these diverse ecosystems and ongoing human activity. Further information
Visit to the RSPB STEP Forth Site
Tuesday 14th September 2010
The RSPB are creating a new salt marsh by the Firth of Forth on their Skinflats Reserve.
As well as providing valuable habitat for wildlife, the STEP (Skinflats Tidal Exchange Project) presents a pilot for sustainable flood management on the Forth. Further information
CDM Regulations : overview and update on current best practice
Tuesday 14th September 2010
The CDM Regulations were updated April 2007, when they were revised and brought together the existing CDM 1994 Regulations and the Construction (Health Safety and Welfare) CHSW) Regulations 1996, into a single regulatory package. The new Regulations impose increased duties on clients, designers, consultants and contractors. These have been reflected in recent HSE prosecutions. Further information
Recent changes in case law in environmental impact assessment
Tuesday 14th September (Glasgow) and Wednesday 20th October (Edinburgh) 2010
This presentation will consider how EIA case law has affected recent changes in legislation, guidance and practice and how this has practically affected projects on the ground. Further information
Considering the Landscape in Development Planning
Thursday 16th September 2010
The event will look at how landscape research and guidance can be used to inform local development plans and supplementary planning guidance. New guidance will be presented with an online toolkit designed to assist in the production and use of landscape capacity studies by local authorities. Further information
Pond and Wetland Maintenance and Management
Thursday 16th and Friday 17th September 2010
The two day course provides practical hands on experience in the assessment, maintenance and management of ponds and wetlands. Further information
Respecting the Past, Embracing the Future : Walking Tour
Thursday 16th September 2010
Saturday 18th September 2010
Sunday 19th September 2010
This event is in celebration of Urban Design Week. A guided tour starting from George Square and including Buchanan Street and beyond, with a focus on the redevelopment of historical and landmark buildings which have played a key role in Glasgow’s modern economic development. Further information
History of Town Planning
Friday 17th September 2010
Roger Kelly, past convenor of the Royal Town Planning Institute Scotland, presents a fascinating talk on the history of Town Planning in Scotland, based around the exhibition which can be seen or downloaded at www.kosmoid,net/planning/legacy. Further information
Power of Place International Conference :
Building Resilience in Island Communities Architectural Conference
Friday 17th and Saturday 18th September 2010
This is an innovative and international conference presenting ideas on dealing with the challenge of future-proofing our dwellings, infrastructure and communities. An RIAS international architecture design competition will also be launched at the conference. Further information
Termination of Contracts
Tuesday 21st (Glasgow) and Wednesday 22nd (Edinburgh) September 2010
The termination of a contract before it has been performed is a serious matter and the consequences of a wrongful termination can prove to be very costly. Further information
Excel for Quantity Surveyors
Thursday 23rd September 2010
This course provides delegates with an insight into Microsoft Excel’s advanced features and demonstrates their benefits when carrying out common quantity surveying tasks. Further information
Sir Martin Holdgate – Lecture on World Environment
Tuesday 28th September 2010
What cultural, heritage and environmental legacy will our generation leave for our grandchildren and great-grandchildren?
What influences might be debated and actions implemented?
What might be the best interactions between the public, private and voluntary sectors? Further information
Developing NHS Greenspace – health and wellbeing in Hospital Grounds
Tuesday 28th September 2010
Good quality, accessible greenspace is good for our health and wellbeing. This event will examine current projects and new opportunities for land around hospitals and other healthcare facilities to deliver physical and mental health benefits to patients, staff and surrounding communities – for example through promoting physical activity, contact with nature and food production. Further information
Working Together to Create Healthy Environments :
A one day conference about health enhancing built environments.
Tuesday 28th September 2010
Working to increase levels of walking as part of everyday journeys is a simple but effective way of meeting Healthier, Greener, Fairer, Safer and Stronger objectives and targets. This conference will explore the relationship between health and the built environment and will look at how health can be better considered within land use and transportation planning decisions. Further information
Forest Health Day - Argyle
Wednesday 29th September 2010
The general format of the day will be a session indoors in the morning followed by an outdoor session in the afternoon. In the morning, the session will cover the basics of what to look for as indicators of when things may be going wrong as a result of pests or disease, how to monitor these, how to report them and to whom, and then cover any specific concerns. The sessions will include an overview of current threats and those that may be just over the horizon. The afternoon site visits will be targeted at specific issues. Further information
Sustainable Flood Risk Management 2010 and Implementation of the FRM (Scotland) Act
Tuesday 5th October 2010
In 1997 and 2002 severe flood events inundated up to 600 residential and 170 commercial properties and disrupted transport infrastructure with an estimated combined damages of £100 million.
The Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act which came into force on 16th June 2009 is the most significant change to flooding legislation in Scotland for 50 years. It is a complex web that holds key organisations responsible for assessing planning and delivering measures to manage flood risk across Scotland and is not without significant challenges. Further information
Forest Health Day – Highlands Inverness-shire
Wednesday 6th October 2010
The general format of the day will be a session indoors in the morning followed by an outdoor session in the afternoon. In the morning, the session will cover the basics of what to look for as indicators of when things may be going wrong as a result of pests or disease, how to monitor these, how to report them and to whom, and then cover any specific concerns. The sessions will include an overview of current threats and those that may be just over the horizon. The afternoon site visits will be targeted at specific issues. Further information
Dispute Resolution - Payment
Wednesday 6th October 2010
This presentation will explore the current and future legislation which affects payment in construction contracts. Further information
Interpretive Design…and the Dance of Experience, with Steve Van Matre
Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th October 2010
Interpretation is the craft of enriching the experience of visitors to national parks, nature reserves and other special places: interpretive designers create the journeys that interpreters implement. Professor Steve Van Matre, international chair of the Institute of Earth Education, proposes a fresh and challenging framework for interpretation professionals – helping to mould interpretive facilities around outcomes rather than inherited structures. Further information
The Arbitration (Scotland) Act 2010 – practical consequences
Wednesday 6th October (Edinburgh) Tuesday 12th October (Glasgow) 2010
This seminar will examine the new Arbitration (Scotland) Act 2010, which came into force on 7thJune, completely reforming and codifying the Scots law of arbitration. Further information
APC Presentation Skills
Thursday 7th October 2010
APC presentation Skills covers creating presentations for the APC Final Assessment, including types of appropriate materials and how to deliver an effective presentation.
The course offers candidates an opportunity to practice, prepare and deliver a presentation and receive constructive feedback. Further information
Forest Health Day – Scottish Borders
Thursday 7th October 2010
The general format of the day will be a session indoors in the morning followed by an outdoor session in the afternoon. In the morning, the session will cover the basics of what to look for as indicators of when things may be going wrong as a result of pests or disease, how to monitor these, how to report them and to whom, and then cover any specific concerns. The sessions will include an overview of current threats and those that may be just over the horizon. The afternoon site visits will be targeted at specific issues. Further information
An International Award and Conference Promoting Innovation, Creativity and Sustainability in Design for Children and Young People
Thursday 7th and Friday 8th October 2010
This international conference will include two days of presentations, and study visits to centres of excellence across the country, and will encourage debate and stimulate discussion on promoting innovative design, allowing architects, planners and other professionals working with young people in a variety of settings to share ideas and challenge conventional architectural approaches. The conference will also look at the vision and delivery of Scotland’s Building Better Schools document and School Estate Strategy. Further information
Improving the Quality of Information for Development Proposals
Tuesday 12th October 2010
The Scottish planning system is currently undergoing a process of modernisation – ‘planning reform’. Everyone involved in this process is trying to help to achieve a faster, more effective system, in support of the Scottish Government’s objectives for sustainable economic growth. To aoid delays in the processing of development proposals, public agencies need good quality information. This event will aim to define what constitutes good quality information, and explore how to make best use of pre-application consultations. Further information
Taking Off Quantities with Excel - Drainage
Wednesday 13th October 2010
Synopsis: This course provides delegates with an insight into Microsoft Excel’s advanced features to enable the preparation of an effective and efficient spreadsheet for taking off drainage quantities. Further information
The Lochgelly Charette
Wednesday 13th October 2010
What was the Lochgelly Charette? What happened? What happens next? These three questions will frame the presentation and discussion in this seminar. Further information
Work at Height Management and Technical Guidance
Thursday 14th October 2010
Synopsis: This short CPD course is designed to review the problems associated with height safety management and outline HSE’s expectations in relation to assessing and working at height. In particular an understanding of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 within a construction context will be outlined. Further information
Green Networks - Tuesday 2nd November 2010
The event will examine and discuss current approaches and principles in mapping and planning for green networks through the planning system, with a particular focus on the lessons that can inform the development of the Central Scotland Green Network, and how the CSGN can help to inform the development of other green networks. The experience of planning authorities will be looked at together with SNH and others involved in development planning. In particular there will be a focus on the practicalities of mapping and integrating green networks into spatial plans in urban and rural areas, and how GIS tools and data are being developed and used in development planning. Further information
Woodfuel : opportunities for the environment and opportunities for business?
Wednesday 2nd February 2011
The target of 11% of heat from renewable sources by 2020 will be mostly met by woodfuel, presenting significant opportunities for business development and biodiversity management.
This event will consider the natural heritage implications of the management of existing woodfuel resources, the nature and potential spatial distribution of new plantings, development of sustainable supply chains, spatial planning guidance, Environmental Impact Assessments, industry standards and funding. Further information
The Participant : people and nature – reaching new audiences
Tuesday 15th February 2011
Scotland has fantastic nature and landscapes, yet many communities are still disadvantaged by a lack of access to high quality environments – and to the range of benefits they offer.
Drawing on action research which investigated how we address disadvantage through environmental action, this event will share practice and experiences of those working ‘on the ground’ and examine how government agencies and other organisations can support their work more effectively. Further information
On the Wild Side – applying the lessons of wilderness assessment in Scotland
Thursday 24th March 2011
SNH published its Wilderness in Scotland’s Countryside policy statement in 2002. Since then, a number of studies of wilderness and wild land have been prepared and assessments of impacts on wild land undertaken.
This event will bring together a wide range of stakeholders to review the methodologies, effectiveness and use of this work, and to share experience and lessons learnt. Further information
Leading Edge Outdoor Education
Thursday 7th April 2011
This is a hands-on event for sharing ideas and inspiration for practical activities that promote outdoor learning and first-hand experience of the natural world. Further information