Full time BTEC National Certificate in Construction Level 3

BTEC National Certificate in Construction Level 3Duration
Two years full time

Attendance
You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm.

Detailed attendance will be available at interview

Course description
This is course for people who wish to be employed in a construction discipline such as:

Architectural Design, Estimating, Planning,

Buying, Surveying, Property, Housing,

Site Engineer.

You will need a willingness to work independently or as part of a small study group under the direct supervision of the course tutor.

Course Structure
The course consists of 12 units: 6 core units, 6 specialist units.

Core Units:

• Health, Safety and Welfare
• Construction and the Environment
• Construction Technology and Design
• Construction Science and Materials
• Mathematics in Construction
• Building Technology in Construction

Specialist Units:

• Planning, Organisation and Control of Resources
• Measuring, Tendering and Estimating Processes
• Surveying in Construction
• Building Surveying
• Building Regulations and Control
• ICT and CAD
• Employment Related Project
• Planning Procedures
• Property Law
• Land Information

You will also study Key Skills which include Maths and English.

Course Assessment
You will achieve competence in many skills, which will be assessed using your assignment work, throughout the course.

Course Entry requirements

• 4-5 GCSE passes at grades A-C
• A GNVQ Intermediate or First Diploma at merit in Construction
• An NVQ3 and / or relevant industrial experience.
• For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
• All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview.

Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. However, you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, uniforms, trips and personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your interview.

Course Enrichment
Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will be provided at the time of interview.

Course Progression
Successful completion of National certificate will enable students to progress to HNC programme in construction.

Course Career Prospects
Student not already in employment could apply for technical jobs in the construction industry E.g. Building Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Architectural Technician, Buyer/Estimator etc.

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If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the careers team.