Part Time Trowel Occupations (Brick) NVQ Level 2

Trowel Occupations (Brick) NVQ Level 2
Course Length: 2 Years
Site: Broadwater Campus
Attendance: Part Time
Course Code: DF2TO1

Day : Time : Start
09:00-16:30 07-Sep-2009
ABC
499.00 449.00 199.00 (Fee per year)

A-Full fee,
B-Discounted fee for full payment at time of enrolment,
C-Concessionary fee for people in receipt of specified benefits

The Course
This course is for those who wish to become qualified in the trade of bricklaying. It is intended for candidates who have little or no previous experience as well as those who have site experience but no recognised qualification.

At the end of the second year, candidates can achieve an NVQ Level 2 awarded by the Construction Industry Training Board and City and Guilds, working together as the Construction Awards Alliance.

The target duration of the course is two years, attending for one day each week. Candidates who possess the appropriate Intermediate Construction Award will aim to complete in one year.

The NVQ consists of three elements, all of which are included in the course.

The first element to be assessed is Underpinning Knowledge, which will be delivered on the college site. The candidate must demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge which underpins the five mandatory units [Conform to workplace safety; Conform to efficient work practices; and Move and handle resources; Erect masonry structures; and Set out masonry structures] and one of the Optional Units which will be offered eg Erect thin joint masonry structures; Erect masonry cladding.

The second element is the Portfolio of Evidence from workplace activity, which is assessed in the workplace by a college assessor, and which demonstrates a candidates practical competency in the workplace.

The third essential element is an external Health and Safety unit which is assessed on-line.
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Course Content
Specific topics studied include:

Site Safety
Tools and their uses
Mortars
Types of bricks and sizes
Brickwork bonds
Blockwork
Setting out and levelling
Foundations
Damp proof courses
Door and windows openings
Pointing and jointing
Thin joint system
Curved brickwork
Arches
Piers
Cavity walls
Reinforced brickwork
Estimating
Health and Safety at Work
In order to achieve the NVQ qualification all candidates must be able to prepare and present a work based evidence portfolio of site experience On site experience is a requirement for the assessment of the NVQ units. (It may be possible that the College may be able to assist students in finding suitable on site experience

Both theoretical and practical aspects of these subjects are studied and candidates are encouraged to make full use of the departments extensive range of learning facilities and workshops. Modes of tuition include practical work and assessments with student based learning packages in the second year. All candidates on NVQ courses undertake an extensive amount of 'hands-on' workshop training and are required to achieve a range of practical competencies which have been designed to develop the personal skills that are necessary for a career in the construction industry.

The department has close contacts with local industry and relevant advice is sought and used in the development of courses so that the subjects studied relate to the vocational requirements of industry.

Assessment/Exams
Assessment is based on assignments, practical competence testing and questioning. A proportion of the assessment will be carried out in the workplace.

Progression/Career Path
Trade qualifications provide a sound basis for further career development and students may progress to the BTEC Course for a career in the management side of the industry.

Entry Requirements
All applicants must be at least 16 years of age. Entry does not depend on specific subjects or grades, but applicants must have completed a compulsory secondary school education and have a good level of competence in the use of English language. Some knowledge of Mathematics and Technical Drawing would be an advantage.

Students applying for the day release course must be employed in the industry.

Other Costs
Awarding Body registration and certification 75
Health and Safety handbook/ CD and test fee 30
Candidates will also need to provide their personal protective equipment eg steel toe capped boots 20.00; and equipment for the underpinning knowledge components:
Calculator; Scale Rule; Drawing Instruments; Text Books and stationery as advised

What Past Students Say
"The course is very relevant to the Building Industry".

Applications
Complete the application form obtainable from the College and send it to:

Admissions Office
Northbrook College
Freepost 975
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU

Further Details
If you would like further information about this course or any other courses offered by Northbrook College.