Diploma in Bricklaying Level 1

Diploma in Bricklaying
Diploma

Venue
Multiskills Centre

This course is designed to develop the basic skills and related job
knowledge that you will require to follow a career as a bricklayer.

The topics you will study include:

· Know how to carry out safe working practices
· Knowledge of building methods and construction technology
· Know how to carry out basic bricklaying walling
· Know how to carry out basic cavity walling
· Know how to contribute to setting out and building basic masonry
structure up to damp course level.

You will be given the opportunity to achieve additional qualifications
alongside your main course. These will include qualifications in Functional Skills and can also include more specialist awards relevant to the subject you are studying.

How will I be assessed?
Your job knowledge and practical skills will be assessed in a number of ways, including:

· Practical tests
· Observation of you working
· Assignments and knowledge questions
· Portfolio of evidence
· By completing a test at the end of the year.

You will be given plenty of support throughout your studies. Tutors and support staff will guide you through the different projects and assignments to ensure you get the most from the course.

AT A GLANCE
Duration
1 Year

Level
Level 1

Progression
On successful completion you may:

Progress to employment and gain a National Vocational Qualification.

Or

Progress to an Apprenticeship which combines employment and study in an exciting and challenging programme - see page 26 for further details.

Or

Progress to a Level 2 Diploma in Trowel Occupations.

Achieving this qualification will give you the equivalent of 4 GCSEs at grades C - E.