Apprenticeship Bricklaying

APPRENTICESHIP BRICKLAYING

Who is this course for?

If you want to learn various skills and techniques to allow you to build brickwork and blockwork of all shapes and sizes, this course is for you. You will learn how to set walls and buildings following instructions from foremen and architects.

Bricklayers are outdoor workers who work both at height and below ground level. The work is physical so a good level of fitness is an advantage - however, the modern construction industry's safety regulations and lightweight materials mean that most people can undertake the work of a bricklayer.

How long is this course for?

1-4 years depending on how many levels you want to progress through.

What will I study?

• Practice in building walls using a wide range of bonds
• Building solid walls, cavity walls, piers and chimneys using brick & block
• Using decorative brick to build arches and walls
• Setting out and positioning of doors and window openings
• Erecting & dismantling scaffolding
• Setting out, using optical & Cowley levelling equipment
• Carry out slinging and signalling for the movement of loads
• Essential Skills in Communication, Application of Number and Information Technology. Applicants who have achieved GCSE English, Mathematics or IT at grades A-C, will be exempt from the equivalent essential skill.

How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be an on going process. You may be assessed through practical demonstration, oral questioning, assignment/project work, written tests and simulation

What can I do after the course?

• Progress to employment
• Become self employed - set up your own business
• Progress through the levels and then to higher education

How do I apply?
Complete an application form (available from each campus or in the Admissions section) and return it to any Campus.