T Level - Building Services Engineering for Construction

This T level in Building Services Engineering for Construction will equip you with the skills, knowledge and behaviour to progress into a career in construction, specifically in areas such as electric installation and maintenance, plumbing or heating.

With ever changing technologies and carbon zero emissions, you will learn about the new trends and technologies within the sector and develop the skills you need for a successful career in this exciting field.

Co developed and designed with our industry partners and located within our award winning, purpose built construction campus, Wirral Waters, the course also offers students access to industry experts, employer set projects, site visits and industry placements on live sites.

By the end of the two years, you will be ready to don your hard hat and step in to a building services engineering job, higher level apprenticeship or go on to university.

Course Details

The T Level in Building Services Engineering for Construction will equip you with the skills, knowledge and industry experience to start your career in this growing sector.

Equivalent to three A levels, this two-year technical qualification has been designed in collaboration with construction employers and partners so you can rest assured that the skills you develop are relevant and in demand.

The course combines hands on learning, academic study and a minimum 45-day industry placement, giving you the opportunity to specialise in either Electrotechnical Engineering or Plumbing and Heating Engineering within your second year.

On this course you will develop a good understanding of the building services engineering sector, including:

• 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 (IoT) 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

You will also learn about topics specific to building services engineering, including:

• Building technology principles

• Building services engineering systems

• Maintenance principles

• Tools, equipment and materials