Recharge Training Opportunities

January 24, 2012

The following previously announced recharge policy and procedures training opportunities are available for registration. These will be the only offering of these courses before the March 2012 self-certification process.  Individuals interested in attending these courses can register using the UC Learning Center available through Blu.

Recharge Rate Development

An advanced course designed for individuals responsible for the creation of recharge rates. The course will take a detailed look at developing recharge rates, including a discussion of the identification of lines of business and their costs, the depreciation calculation, and factors that influence rates. Completion of the Recharge Policies and Procedures Workshop is highly recommended before attending this session. This course will be offered on Tuesday, January 31, 9:00 – 12:00 pm.  The Course Code is BECTR021-120131.

Managing Recharge Centers

An advanced course designed for individuals responsible for budgeting, recording and evaluating recharge activity. The course will examine how to budget for recharge units, how to record recharge activity including revenue, depreciation and inventory, and how to interpret reports.  There will also be a period for discussion of hot spots and tips for managing recharge units. Completion of the Recharge Policies and Procedures Workshop is highly recommended before attending this session. This course will be offered on Tuesday, February 14, 9:00 – 12:00 pm.  The Course Code is BECTR022-120214.

Depreciation, Reserves and Capital Planning for Recharge Units

An advanced course designed for individuals responsible for managing recharge centers. This course will take an in-depth look at the special circumstances recharge center managers must consider when acquiring and using inventorial equipment. The course will cover depreciation expense and its relationship to rates, the creation and use of the reserve fund, and capital planning and its importance to a recharge center’s sustainability. An opportunity will be provided for a group discussion for all to share ideas with other participants on issues relating to their own operations. This course will be offered on Tuesday, February 28, 9:00 – 12:00 pm.  The Course Code is BECTR023-120228.

Questions about these courses may be directed to recharge@berkeley.edu.

The PowerPoint slides for recent presentations of these classes can be found on the Controller's Office website.