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Bricklaying

Submitted by admin on 7 February 2012 - 6.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Diploma

Level 

Level One

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 

Successful completion of this course will enhance your employment opportunities and enable you to progress to a level 2 construction course at the College.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements, however you must show a willingness to engage and a genuine interest in the course that will enable you to progress into employment or further education.

Duration 

One year

Are there any exams? 

You will be assessed under stimulated working conditions in the construction workshops, classrooms and College construction site. There will also be an externally set exam.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

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.

When can I study? 

Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9.00am - 4.30pm

Trowel Occupations (Bricklaying)

Submitted by admin on 7 December 2011 - 12.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Advanced Apprenticeship

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

The Advanced Apprenticeship covers all the relevant aspects and current issues, and we will give you all the help you need to study and practise. You will focus on what you need to know to be able to think and plan more effectively before you take on the demands of your more senior or supervisory role.

Progression 

Successful completion will greatly enhance employment opportunities and progression.

Entry Requirements 

Entry is by an initial assessment at the Work-based Learning Department.

Duration 

One year

Business Benefits 

Apprenticeships allow you to invest in your business's future. By taking on an apprentice you can acquire specialist skills for your business that allow you to keep abreast of new technology.

Are there any exams? 

Assessment is continuous, both on and off the job.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

Advanced Apprenticeships are for learners employed as an Apprentice by a company within Devon and Cornwall. Funding is guaranteed by the Government for the training, with priority being given to learners starting aged 16 to 18 years.

We can assist in matching learners to employers. The course content will include:

NVQ Level 3 in Trowel Occupations

Functional skills: application of number level 2 and communication level 2

Technical certificate: Diploma Level 3.

Additonal requirements: health and safety test, Employment Responsibilites and
Rights (ERR) programme of study and abrasive wheels training course.

When can I study? 

Day release - Thursday and Friday

Bricklaying

Submitted by admin on 6 December 2011 - 11.45 pm
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Diploma

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

Keen to take your practical craftsmanship and technical know-how skills to the next level? Want to keep up with current practices and new techniques? Our course will teach you sound principles and best practice for site brickwork and bricklaying.

Progression 

On successful completion of this course you can progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying at the College.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four GCSEs at grades D-F (including English and maths) and a level 1 diploma
  • a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ level 1/technical certificate in a related subject
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

One year

Are there any exams? 

You will be assessed under simulated working conditions in the construction workshops, classrooms and College construction site. You will also have unit end tests and three practical tests.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The main subjects covered are:

  • health and safety
  • industry organisation
  • working at heights
  • setting out buildings
  • brick and block walling.

When can I study? 

Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9.00am - 4.30pm

College Celebrates Students’ Success

Submitted by psmith on 14 January 2011 - 12.29 pm

Staff and students at City College Plymouth are celebrating today after the City’s league tables showed that the College was ranked fourth* out of the fifteen non-selective schools and colleges in the City. The College’s average points score per exam entry is 208.7.

Balfour Beatty

Submitted by psmith on 18 August 2010 - 10.11 am

Balfour BeattyBalfour Beatty is one of the region’s largest construction companies and is the main contractor involved in the building of the Plymouth Life Centre.

College sets-up exam results helpline

Submitted by keaster on 18 August 2010 - 7.51 am

Exam results time is never easy, which is why City College Plymouth has set-up a helpline for people who didn’t receive the grades they wanted or are still unsure of what they want to do.

Impartial advice and guidance will be available from the College’s Student Services team on 01752 305803 from 8.30am to 5.00pm on weekdays.

Eddie Beech, Careers Co-ordinator at City College Plymouth commented: “The main message for anyone who didn’t receive the results they were hoping for is not to panic as help is at hand.

Bricklaying

Submitted by sgillard on 15 July 2010 - 11.56 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Diploma

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

Do you aim to be a skilled craftsperson; one who provides complex skills on-site or is called upon to produce interesting and decorative effects in the laying of bricks and blocks? Then this advanced course will show you how.

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to the level 4 Higher National Certificate in Construction at the College, or gain employment in the industry.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need at least one of the following:

  • four to five GCSEs at grade A*-c (including maths and English) and a level 2 diploma
  • a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
  • level 2 key skills (including literacy or numeracy)
  • an NVQ level 2/foundation construction award
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

One year

Run On Demand? 

No

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

You will be assessed under simulated working conditions in the construction workshops, classrooms and College construction site. There will also be an externally set exam, along with end of unit tests.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The main subjects covered are:

  • handling and storing resources
  • contributing to work relationships (site management)
  • preparing materials for use
  • preparing and using components and materials
  • management
  • building complex walling
  • decorative walling
  • research projects.

When can I study? 

Two full days per week (Thursday and Friday)

Trowel Occupations (Bricklaying)

Submitted by admin on 11 August 2009 - 1.45 pm
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Apprenticeship

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

Do you aim to be a skilled craftsperson, one who provides complex skills on site or are called upon to produce interesting and decorative effects in the laying of construction bricks and blocks? Then this Apprenticeship will give you a thorough grounding in the health and safety aspects, the organisation and craft that you aim to tackle. Complete this nationally recognised industry qualification and you'll be ready for your next challenge.

Progression 

You can progress on to an Advanced Apprenticeship.

Entry Requirements 

Entry is by an initial assessment at the Work-based Learning Department. And an interview with the course tutor.

Duration 

Two years

Business Benefits 

Apprenticeships allow you to invest in your business's future. By taking on an apprentice you can acquire specialist skills for your business that allow you to keep abreast of new technology.

Are there any exams? 

Assessment is continuous, both on and off the job.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

Apprenticeships are for learners employed as an Apprentice by a company within Devon and Cornwall. Funding is guaranteed by the Government for the training, with priority being given to learners starting aged 16 to 18 years.

We can assist in matching learners to employers. The course content will include:

NVQ Level 2 in Trowel Occupations

Functional skills: application of number Level 1 and communication Level 1

Technical certificate: Diploma Level 2.

Additional requirements: health and safety test, Employment Responsibilities and Rights (ERR) programme of study and abrasive wheels training course.

When can I study? 

Day release

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