Carpentry & Joinery Diploma Level 3
Vocational qualification
In Ramsgate
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Ramsgate
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Start date
Different dates available
This course is aimed at mature & / or experienced candidates seeking an advanced craft qualification, and is designed for those who have already achieved the Diploma Level 2 or NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery.
Important information
Government funding available
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
College Interview Diploma Level 2 or NVQ L2 in Carpentry (or 5 years trade experience) GCSE grade C or above in Maths & English (or equivalent)
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Subjects
- Joinery
- Carpentry
Course programme
Course Overview
This course is aimed at mature & / or experienced candidates seeking an advanced craft qualification, and is designed for those who have already achieved the Diploma Level 2 or NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery.
Course Structure
The programme consists of 7 knowledge units and 7 practical units, all of which must be successfully completed to achieve the qualification.
Some topics covered will include:
- Safe working practices
- Construction technology
- Quantities & communication
- Set up and use circular saws
- Produce setting out details
- Mark out joinery products
- Manufacture joinery products
Qualification Aims
Successful students will achieve the Diploma Level 3 in either Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery.
(Students who gain employment in the industry can collect site evidence towards the NVQ L3)
Progression is also possible into higher education.
Assessments/Examinations
The course is continually assessed following a period of training with assessments covering practical and written work, together with assignments, one external exam and synoptic practical assignment.
Cost / Equipment
Fees
Tuition fee - to be confirmed
Free tuition is available to those in receipt of certain means tested benefits or to their un-waged dependants
Equipment
Students are expected to provide:
Steel toecap boots
Simple calculator
Set squares 30°/60°and 45°(large)
Scale rule
2H pencils
A4 note pad
The cost of the equipment will vary according to quality. As a guide you will probably spend£30-£40 in total.
Start Date
September 2010
Carpentry & Joinery Diploma Level 3