Bricklaying Diploma Level 1

Bricklaying Diploma Level 1
Course Overview
This course is part of the standard entry route to a career in construction.
Start Date
Duration
Venue

06 September 2010
1 Year
West Lancashire Construction Academy

Who The Course is for
This course is for school leavers and adults interested in a career in construction.
Successful students tend to:
- have practical skills and good hand skills
- be able to follow technical drawings, building plans, and other instructions
- be fit and strong enough to carry tools and materials
- Construct a variety of brick and block work models.
Course Content
You will study OCNW Preparation for Employment in Construction Industries and the Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying, Key Skills Level 1 in application of number and communications. Areas covered include:
OCNW Preparation for Employment in Construction Industries
- Health and Safety within the construction industry
- Information of quantitied and communication
- Knowledge of building methods
- Carry out basic bricklaying skills
- Carry out basic cavity walling
- Contribute to setting out
All elements are assessed and must meet City & Guilds standards.
Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying
- Health and Safety within the construction industry
- Stacking and storing materials and equipment
- The construction industry
- Carry out basic bricklaying skills
- Carry out basic cavity walling
- Setting out a basic building
All elements are assessed and must meet Construction Awards Alliance standards.
Entry RequirementsLearning & Assessment Methods
- Assessment is via multiple choice examination and practical tests
- Practical phase test
- Portfolio of knowledge
Qualifications Gained
Intro Employment into Construction (Bricklaying) Entry Level 3
Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies

Progression Opportunities
Successful students may progress onto the Level 2 diploma in bricklaying.
Career Opportunities
This course may allow students to gain employment within the construction industry.
This course may allow students to move on to an apprenticeship.
Course Costs
If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course.
*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion