Part Time HNC Building Studies

HNC Building Studies

Length of Course: 2 years

Campus: Bridgend, but moving to Pencoed in Dec 2009

Fee: £630 + approx £165 BTEC registration fee (year 1 only)

Days & Times:

• Year 1: Mon 9am - 9pm or Mon 5pm - 9pm & Thurs 5pm - 9pm
• Year 2: Thurs 9am - 9pm or Mon 5pm - 9pm & Thurs 5pm - 9pm

Course Code:

• Year 1: Day: CDH015 P1B01, Evening: E1B01
• Year 2: Day: CDH015 P2B01, Evening: E2B01

Course Description: This course is aimed at students wishing to further their academic qualifications and enhance their career opportunities within Construction. Students develop critical thinking skills and problem solving skills related to construction activities at Higher Education level. Assessment of student performance is carried out via coursework assessment, observation of practical activities in surveying and examinations.

Modules:

• Construction Technology
• Contractual Procedures
• Site Surveying
• Building Services
• Building Law
• Building Regulations
• Design Principles
• Refurbishment, Maintenance and Adaptation

Entry requirements: A BTEC National Diploma or Certificate in Construction or Civil Engineering or 1 A Level. Mature candidates with a suitable academic and construction background, may enter the course at the discretion of the Course Tutor.

Progression/Career Opportunities: Successful students are able to progress onto a variety of roles within the construction-based professions including, Construction Management, Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Survey and Architecture.

The course allows entry onto the final year (full-time study) of the BSC Degree programme at the University of Wales, Newport, which leads to Chartered Status. Did you know?: Dubai, UAE - Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building developed by Emaar Properties, it scales150 livable levels, and now surpasses the 31-year-old record of CN Tower, which at 553.33 metres (1,815.5 ft) has been the world's tallest free-standing
structure on land since 1976.

What our students say: "Shortly after completing my carpentry apprenticeship, I progressed onto the HNC Building Studies at Bridgend College. The part-time study enabled me to continue working on a full-time basis, coupled with a very busy lifestyle. The background knowledge gained whilst working in the construction industry proved to be extremely useful and aided the development of my skills. I found the course challenging but enjoyable. I intend to return to Bridgend College to complete the top-up year to the HND, with a view to progressing to a career in site management." Jennifer Parker