Trowel Occupations

Course Content

Award:
Level 1 Diploma

What's it all about?:
If you enjoy creating high quality work, want to work in construction and specifically with bricks and brickwork, but aren't yet employed then this course is for you. It will teach you about the techniques used in all aspects of basic brickwork including mixing mortar, cutting components and laying bricks and blocks, and you will get to practice your skills in a simulated working environment.

Progression:
This qualification will enhance your employment opportunities and may enable you to progress to the level 2 diploma.

Entry Requirements:
There are no specific entry requirements. However you will be invited to attend an informal interview to assess your suitability for the course. (literacy and numeracy assessment).

Duration: One year Course Overview
What does the course involve?:

This course is designed to enable you to establish and develop bricklaying skills to a nationally recognised standard.

The main subjects covered are:
• handling and storing resources
• contributing to work relationships
• contributing to providing work platforms
• preparing materials for use (bricklaying)
• preparing components for use
• using components and materials
• work towards ICA year 2.

When can I study?:
Full-time course

Are there any exams?:
You will be assessed under simulated working conditions in the construction workshops, classrooms and the College construction site. There will also be an externally set exam.
Course Facts

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Course Type:

Full-time

Location:
Kings Road Centre

Instalments:

Material Fees:


Level:
No level information available

Course Code:
FCX

Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees are not applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2009/10 (August 2009 - July 2010). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2010/11.

• Apply Now

Course Type:

Full-time

Location:
Kings Road Centre

Instalments:

Material Fees:


Level:
No level information available

Course Code:
FCX2

Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees are not applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2009/10 (August 2009 - July 2010). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2010/11.

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Case Studies
My course was well structured and interesting, and encouraged me to progress further in education. It was good to meet people in my trade and discuss their experiences, and the mix of practical and theoretical learning made me feel like I was prepared to enter employment.

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