Bricklaying

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

Course Facts

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Start Date:

September

Course Type:

Full-time

Location:

Kings Road Centre

Material Fees:

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

Level:

No level information available

Course Code:

DIB2

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 may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.