Creative Centre
NC Built Environment
SCQF Level: 6
This course will provide you with a comprehensive grounding for a rewarding career within the Construction Industry. The course will give you the opportunity to achieve the knowledge, understanding and skills required to gain employment in the sector, or progress to higher education. The course has been designed with a number of progression options in mind, and covers Construction, Construction Calculations, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying and Facilities Management.
Duration
One academic year.
Aim
You will gain knowledge, understanding and skills in a variety of construction disciplines which will prepare you for further study or employment in the construction industry. During the year you will develop skills and knowledge in Building Design and Technology, Building Services, Computer Aided Drawing, Health and Safety, Construction Materials, Mechanics for Construction, Modern Construction Methods, and Sustainability in the Building Industry. There will also be an opportunity to develop practical construction skills in a workshop environment.
Opportunities
You will experience both internal and external work experience opportunities.
Entry
4 Standard Grades including Maths and English. A minimum of 2 should be at Credit level, and 2 at General level (grade 3).
4 Intermediate 1 or 2 passes, including Maths and English. A minimum of 2 should be at Intermediate 2 level.
Completion of a course at SCQF Level 5 in either Construction or Engineering.
Relevant industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
For those about to leave school you will not currently be able to apply online and you should ask your guidance teacher for an appliction form.
Prospects
Education: Successful candidates can progress to HNC Construction Management at West Lothian College, or other Built Environment courses at other institutions.
Employment:
Architectural Technician
Building Technician
Quantity Surveying Technician
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