Diploma in Site Carpentry L2

This course is for students who wish to improve their practical and theoretical techniques in their chosen construction area. It provides an opportunity to obtain a sound base in the knowledge and basic practical skills in Site Carpentry required by employers. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Excellent learning facilities in our new Construction building 'G' Block 2. Skilled and passionate staff with many years trade experience. 3. Great learning support staff and experienced pastoral care tutors. 4. Outstanding success rates and progression possibilities. 5. Access to enrichment and sports facilities. What will I Study? The course is run over two and a half days each week and is designed in individual units of competence in specific areas of carpentry both practical and theoretical aspects of the craft are covered. The units of competence include: • Health & Safety in the workplace • Communications with fellow workers and customers • Organise work, selection of tools and equipment • Handling and safe storage of materials • Unit knowledge tests. • Practical training tasks. • End Knowledge Exam How will I be Taught? The course is broken into 75% Practical Training and 25% Theory Training. Practical training is hands on in work shops following demonstrations and becoming proficient with a range of hand tools and wood working power tools. Theory is generally classroom based with a range of delivery and activities to suit individual learning needs. How will I be Assessed? Assessments for theory will be test based both with on-line tests and some paper based versions. Practical work will be tested in time constrained tests to specified tolerances. What our students say? A great way to learn the skills to make a living and to meet new friends as well.