CALDERDALE COLLEgE 2012/13

CONSTRUCTION, BUILDING SERVICES
& ENVIRONMENT
ConstruCtion skills diPloma trowel oCCuPations
Qualifi cation
CSkills (Construction Skills) Diploma level 3 in Trowel Occupations
What will I study?
This is a practical and theory based course which consists of you working through a number of
work based units. Some of these units are:
Know how to repair and maintain masonry structure » Information, quantities and
communicating with others » Thin joint masonry and masonry cladding » Build solid walling,
isolated and attached piers » Erect complex masonry structures
There are 7 units in total to complete which includes an external test at the end of the course.
At the end of this qualifi cation you will be considered fully qualifi ed at advanced level.
Moving on
All successful students may have the opportunity to progress onto a NVQ level 3 brickwork
through the work based evidence route. Employment opportunities could include an
apprenticeship in your chosen trade area. Many have chosen to become self employed at this
stage due to the knowledge they have gained form the course.
Student Profile: Lee Burgess
Level 2 Bricklaying
I have enjoyed everything at NHSC, the tutors are nice and I’ve made loads of mates.
I have acquired lots of new skills in Bricklaying and really enjoyed it.
I trained for my level 1 and liked it so much I moved to NHSC to complete level 2.
like building something out of nothing and everything you need for the course is at
NHSC. I would recommend the College, it’s very friendly.
The tutors are always there is you have a question, the tutors sit and explain when
things go wrong until you can get it right. Do a full year before you decide what to do
next, stick to the course and give it a chance. I have been involved in enrichment, given
a talk to Park Lane School, with another student, explaining what the course is all
about and worked on some bricklaying projects for local organisations. The centre has
helped me do bricklaying charity work to get used to working. What Next? I’m staying
on at NHSC and studying for my level 3 bricklaying.
Summarise your experience in 5 words! …Energetic, fun and confi dent boosting!
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