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T-Level Onsite Construction Level 3 (Carpentry and Joinery)

Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in carpentry and joinery. The T Level is a 2 year programme and will include a 9 week (minimum) industry placement and a Technical Qualification.

What will you learn?

Students studying this course will develop knowledge within the construction industry relating to Carpentry and Joinery. Areas of knowledge will include Health and Safety, principles of construction science and working in the construction sector.

Additional content of the course will include:

  • health and safety
  • the science behind building design, surveying and planning
  • making accurate and appropriate measurements
  • construction methods
  • building regulations and standards
  • data management and information standards in construction
  • relationship management and customer service
  • how the Internet of Things impacts construction
  • digital engineering techniques
  • mathematical techniques to solve construction problems
  • construction design principles and processes
  • the construction industry and its role in the economy
  • sustainability and the environmental impact of construction
  • business, commerce and corporate social responsibility

How long is this course?

All of our Level 3 T-Level courses are two year courses.

How will I be assessed for this course?

Your learning will combine classroom theory and practical learning and include 9 weeks (minimum) of industry placement. The placement will provide you with real experience of the workplace.

Your core knowledge and skills will be assessed through exams and an employer-set project. You'll work with your tutor to decide when you're ready to be assessed on the core. Assessment of occupational specialist knowledge and skills will vary depending on the occupation. It may involve tests, practical assignments and projects. Your occupational specialist knowledge and skills will be assessed in the second year.

What are the entry requirements for this course?

It is desired that students have gained, or working towards, 5 GCSE's grades 4-9 including Maths and English.

Students must be aged 16-19 to study this course.

What can I go on to do after this course?

This course can offer students the essential skills and knowledge required to work within the construction industry in employment or an apprenticeship.

Employment and training opportunities from this course include; Carpenter or shop fitter.

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