Painting and Decorating

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

Diploma

Level

Level Two

What's it all about?

You've already learned the first steps in painting and decorating and have had plenty of practice. Now, because you might be soon employed on larger commercial developments or on smaller-scale domestic properties, we aim to introduce you to the planning, organisational and practical skills to complete projects.

Progression

Successful completion of this course will enhance your employment opportunities and enable you to progress to a level 3 construction course at the College.

Entry Requirements

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

four GCSEs at grades D - F (including English and science) and a level 1 diploma
an intermediate GNVQ
a BTEC first diploma
an NVQ Level 1/technical certificate.

Duration

One year

Are there any exams?

You will be assessed under simulated working conditions by practical projects, knowledge assignments and questions. There is an external end test and health and safety test on completion of all units.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

The main subjects covered are:

storing materials and equipment
preparing the work areas
applying paint materials by brush and roller
applying wallcoverings
producing a decorative effect.

When can I study?

Various days (two days per week) and times

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:

DIPD2

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.