You will learn how to use the tools of the trade, how to work safely and make sure others are safe at the same time. This introductory course will help you to learn about these skills as well as the principles of building, block laying and how to do it.
DurationCourse Overview
You will learn how to use the tools of the trade, how to work safely and make sure others are safe at the same time. This introductory course will help you to learn about these skills as well as the principles of building, block laying and how to do it.
You will also learn about cavity walls and how to build them, learn the theory of mortar making and an introduction to drawing specifications, alongside understanding the day to day skills of a bricklayer.
Course Requirements
4 GCSE’s at Grade 2 or above (including maths and English Language).
What you will Learn
The Level 1 Bricklaying qualification has been developed for delivery in college; this means that you do not need to be employed to study this qualification. The course is designed to give basic knowledge and practical experience in brickwork.
Assessment
You will be assessed on your practical ability to national standards and your theoretical knowledge will be tested by both paper and online exams.
Progression
Upon successful completion of the qualification you will be able to apply for the Level 2 in Bricklaying. The course has been designed to develop your skills, knowledge and understanding so that you can work as a Construction Operative in the construction industry or progress to further training.
Career Options
Obviously you could be a bricklayer, from which you could then specialise in a particular type of bricklaying like heritage work or stonemasonry. Also, down the line, you could even become a construction site manager.
Mandatory Units
Safe working practices in construction technology
Information, quantities and communicating with others
Building methods and construction technology
Basic block laying skills
Carry out basic cavity walling
Contribute to setting out
Building basic masonry structures up to damp course level
Mission, Vision & Values
Unlocking Potential, Fostering Success.
We are proud to be a career focused, inclusive college guided by our values, vision and mission. This framework provides the direction for our strategic plan which sets out to achieve our purpose of unlocking the potential and fostering success of our learners, partners, stakeholders, and colleagues. You can find our full strategic plan here with the summary of our strategic priorities highlighted as:
Providing high quality, responsive education and training for all our students enabling their success and supporting their progression.
Establish The Cheadle College as a sector leading employer so that our colleagues thrive and deliver the highest quality of education and experience to all our students and stakeholders.
Driving business recovery, renewal and productivity through transformational relationships with employers.
Clearly defining and delivering our corporate social responsibility and civic duty as an anchor institution for our local communities.
Mission
To provide the highest quality of education and training to all our students and employers through an inclusive and career focused curriculum.
Vision
To be a leading provider of education and skills that supports community cohesion and drives local and regional productivity.
Our Values
Resilient
We believe that every challenge is an opportunity to learn, develop and become stronger.
Ambitious
We set high expectations and standards for students, colleagues, and our communities, striving for excellence in all that we do
Respectful
We allow ourselves and others to grow by treating each other with thoughtfulness and an open mind.
Collaborative
We work together, support one another, share ideas, and encourage success.
Inclusive
We value individual differences and creating an environment where everyone has the same opportunities.
On completion of your Level 2 qualification, pathways will include a route into a professional construction course or an apprenticeship. Painting and decorating is the perfect foundation to an apprenticeship.
If you are looking for a course that will develop your practical construction skills and increase your technical knowledge then this course will provide the building blocks to a career in the construction industry.
Each level has a theory and a practical element to them and the units covered include Health and Safety, Principles of building, Producing thin joint masonry, Building solid walls, Constructing cavity walling and interpreting drawings. All theory and practical tasks are delivered by our experienc...
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to develop basic building skills. This is a practical class and students will be required to wear safety footwear and gloves when in the workshop.
You will have the opportunity to work on many live projects and benefit from site visits, industry talks and demonstrations from experts. You will also be encouraged to showcase your skills at local and national competitions, including the Guild of Bricklayers Southern Regional Craft Competition.
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