Construction Level 3

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Course Length

2 Years

Level

Level 3

Who is it for

If you are looking to pursue a technical or professional career within the construction industry then this level 3 course is for you. This course will provide you with key practical skills and the essential knowledge needed to progress within this industry and can help you to progress into areas such as architecture, building design, construction management, building surveying, quantity surveying, property
management, land administration, land surveying, town planning, civil engineering,
estimating or building services.

Interview Skills Assessment

You will be required to attend a Welcome Event, details will be provided upon application.

What will I need

4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above and must include English, maths and science.

What is covered

There are three main career routes available in the industry depending on your
future career preference, the course has been designed to offer an insight into
Level 3 in Construction, Civil Engineering and Building Services. Within these areas
you will cover subjects which include:
• Construction principles
• Construction design
• Tendering and estimating
• Construction technology
• Health and safety in construction
• Surveying in construction
• Graphical detailing in construction
• Building regulations and control in construction
• Management of a construction project
• Building surveying in construction
• Provision of primary services in buildings
• Further mathematics for construction
• Construction in civil engineering

How is the course assessed

The course is assessed by projects, assignments, end tests and some group assessments.

What can this course lead to

You could progress on to a degree, HNC or HND in Construction or Civil Engineering,
or you could study other subjects such as town planning, architecture or surveying.
You can also use this qualification to go straight into employment in a whole range
of technical careers.