ICA Shopfitting

Is the course for me?

The Intermediate Construction Award (ICA) in Shopfitting site and bench work is designed to prepare people for work in the Shopfitting Industry. It has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditions, and the assessment is based on candidates producing products to a recognised industrial standard.

The ICA comprises:

Core Units
Occupation-specific Units
A practical Phase Test
An Occupation-specific, multi choice on line Test
A Health and Safety, multi choice on line Test; Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS)
What does the course involve?

You will Learn about:

Health and safety
Basic joints
Hand tools
Store materials and equipment
Erect and dismantle basic working platforms
Work efficiently
Use portable power tools
Install internal shopfitting components
Install external shopfitting components
Set out for shopfitting details
Mark out shopfitting components

How will I learn?

You will learn in a variety of ways:

Group and individual study
Practical assessments
Written Assignments
Oral questioning at the end of each practical assessment
The use of on-line facilities
Considerable home study is required

The course consists of a series of College set practical assessments, and written assignments; together they consolidate the theory knowledge gained during group and individual study with the communication skills necessary to implement good working practices in the bench joinery industry.

What will I need for the course?

Steel toe boots or shoes (when in the workshops), all other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be supplied by the College.

Black or Blue pen for written work

2H or 3H pencil for drawing and practical assessments, an eraser and pencil sharpener.

All other drawing and marking equipment will be supplied as and when required.

All materials, hand tools and Portable Power Tools will be supplied by the College.

What options are open to me if I successfully complete the course?

This is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares you for work in the shopfitting Industry.

Once you have gained employment in this industry discipline, you can work towards an NVQ Level 2 in shopfitting bench work.

Or you may continue your studies at the Advanced Construction Award (ACA Level).

What qualifications or experience do I need to get on the course?

None specific to the shopfitting Industry, but good English and maths skills are an advantage.

Total commitment to work hard and meet the required standards in all areas of the course.

Length and start date of the course:

The course duration is for two years at two days per week. The course starts in September.

Cost

Please contact the College for further information about fees and funding