Plastering Diploma Level 2

Is this course for me?

This course is for those not currently in work who would like to gain a qualification in the trade but cannot provide the work experience necessary for a full NVQ. Construction Awards can be upgraded into full NVQs as and when employment is gained.

What will I study?

This course consists of flexible programme of practical and theoretical study.The programme is offered as a continuation from the Level 1 Diploma in Plastering.

Subjects:

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• Know how to carry out safe working practices in construction
• Carry out safe working practices in construction
• Knowledge of information, quantities and communicating with others 2
• Information, quantities and communicating with others 2
• Knowledge of building methods and construction technology 2
• Building methods and construction technology 2
• Know how to apply plaster materials to external surfaces
• Apply plaster materials to external surfaces
• Know how to fix dry lining and plasterboard products to interiors
• Fix dry lining and plasterboard products to interiors
• Know how to form sand and cement screeds
• Form sand and cement screeds
• Know how to produce plaster components
• Produce plaster components
• Know how to apply plaster materials to internal surfaces
• Apply plaster materials to internal surfaces
• Know how to position and secure fibrous plaster components
• Position and secure fibrous plaster components
• A practical assignment

What can I do next?

This can lead to employment in the industry and Plastering NVQ Level 2 (site work).

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to have completed the Foundation Construction Award or Diploma Level 1 to gain entry to this course.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is via practical skills and the underpinning knowledge, including short tests, subject assignments. There is an externally set theory test at the end of the course. Students also meet regularly with tutors to help plan studies and to discuss progress.

What will it cost?

If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances, you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out when you apply.

Course fee: £1370 Exam fee: £110

Please note: For courses of more than one year, the fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the academic year 2010-2011 only.