Creative Centre
Preparation for Construction
This course will provide you with a grounding for a possible 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 further education. The course has been designed with a number of progression options in mind, and covers Carpentry & Joinery and Painting & Decorating. There will be both classroom and workshop based work.
Duration
One academic year.
Aim
You will gain knowledge, understanding and skills in 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 Carpentry & Joinery and Painting & Decorating.
Opportunities
There will be an opportunity to develop practical skills in a workshop environment, and develop knowledge and understanding of principles in the classroom. There will also be an opportunity to develop Employability Skills, and Core Skills such as Communication, Information Technology and Numeracy, which are vital in a modern construction world.
Entry
Whilst there are no formal academic entry requirements, candidates will be selected by interview and test, and will be expected to demonstrate a desire to being successful on the course. Candidates will be expected to have an interest in engineering and a willingness to learn.
Prospects
Education: Successful candidates can progress to SCQF Level 5 courses in Engineering. Construction and Motor Vehicle at West Lothian College.
Employment: Successful candidates will possibly have the opportunity to gain an Apprenticeship in the Engineering, Construction or Motor Industries.
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