Diploma In Site Carpentry Level 2

It is expected that applicants will have an interest in a career in Carpentry. All applicants will be required to attend an interview to ascertain suitability for the course. All students will undertake initial assessments before starting the course.

Successful completion of the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery.

This course will allow you to gain a Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery.

You will cover:

• Know and carry out safe practices in construction
• Quantities and communicating with others 2
• Building methods and construction technology 2
• Know and carry out first fixing operations
• Know and carry out second fixing operations
• Know and erect structural carcassing
• Know and carry out maintenance and repairs
• Set up and operate circular saws

Key Skills will also be studied.

Students will be required to:

Purchase the recommended course text book

Wear suitable protective boots during all practical sessions

The Diploma is assessed in college workshops and classrooms. There is a practical assignment and each unit has a written test. Learners are required to undergo an external knowledge test. Key skills will be studied and assessed by portfolio and written test.

After successful completion of the course students will be able to continue their studies on a Level 3 Diploma In Site Carpentry. Alternatively, after suitable industrial experience and the completion of a portfolio of evidence, students will be able to apply for an NVQ at Level 2. They will also need to complete further job knowledge tests and a Health and Safety Test (CSCS).