Construction Trades - Brickwork Level 3 Diploma
Course Description
You will gain an understanding of the
construction industry.
You will have an opportunity to apply learning
in a practical and realistic way.
You will follow a programme of study that
enables progression to further courses and employment within the
construction industry You will gain confidence by developing
independent learning skills.
You will learn how craft activities are
carried out safely and how they contribute to the construction
process.
The largest proportion of workers within the
industry are engaged in craft occupations. All of these
require self-motivation, skills in numeracy, communications and
problem solving, as well as a broad range of technical skills.
Therefore whilst at college you will be expected to undertake one
functional skill per year which will help in the preparation into
employment.
Course Structure
The Qualification Structure:
- General Core units
- Occupational Specific Units
Core units are common to all trades and cover
topics such as Health and Safety / Communications and Construction
Technology
The course also includes tutorials, Functional
Skills such as English and Maths and Personal and Professional
development.
Entry Requirements
- 2 GCSE grade G or above in Maths and English.
- For equivalent qualifications see the ‘Guide to General Entry
Requirements’ on
page
- All applicants must complete an initial
assessment and diagnostics in Maths and English and attend an
interview if necessary.
- Completion of a Level 2 Diploma with a good attendance
record.
- Show good motivation and attitude towards learning.
- It is also important that you have an interest in this
dynamic industry, that you have a lively and enquiring mind, an
interest in the sector, a willingness to explore new ideas and the
ability to communicate your ideas.
Course Progression Routes
Successful candidates would then be in a
position to further their education and apply for HNC/HND
construction related.
Course Career Prospects
Useful career websites:
If you are unsure about your career progression please contact
the careers team.
How to Apply
To apply for this course, click here to
download an application form. Completed forms should be
returned to Centralised Admissions, Learner Services,
Doncaster College, FREEPOST RRBE CXT2 ZTGA, The Hub, Chappell
Drive, Doncaster, DN1 2RF.
After returning the form, you will be asked to attend an
interview.