Carpentry & Joinery Diploma

Course code: FTT080

School of Architecture, Construction & Built Environment

The Programme

If you enjoy working with your hands and would prefer a workshop environment then this is the course for you. The course consists of the following areas: health and safety; information, quantities and communicating; building methods and construction technology. You may also have the opportunity to obtain further qualifications including a Health and Safety Test, CSCS card or a Technical Drawing Certificate. The course comprises of six units including Health and Safety; Knowledge of Information Level 1 and Building Methods and Technology. You will also study the main wood occupations units: Woodworking Joints; Carpentry and Joinery; and Hand Tools and Portable Power Tools. All units are covered in theory and practical sessions. You will participate in group and individual tutorials. All units to be assessed for knowledge by questions and answers on our Virtual Learning Environment system. Synoptic practical assessments will take place to check that you have acquired the strict criteria in practical activities. Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT, exploring enterprise skills and employability skills are included in the programme content.

The Programme Content

The course consists of six units including Health and Safety, Knowledge of Information Level One and Building Methods and Technology. You will also study the main wood occupations units: Woodworking Joints, Carpentry and Joinery and Hand Tools and Portable Power Tools. All units are covered in theory and practical sessions. You will participate in group and individual tutorials. All units will be assessed for knowledge by questions and answers on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) system. Synoptic practical assessments will take place to check that you have acquired the strict criteria in practical activities. Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT, Exploring Enterprise Skills and Employability Skills are included in the programme content.

Entry Requirements

Initial assessment result at Level 1 or GCSE grade C in Maths and English or Level 1 course in Wood Occupations.

Costs

There will be costs of £30 for materials.

Venue

Tiverton, Main Site

Progression

The course can lead to employment in the construction industry or possible progression to a full time Level 2 Diploma or NVQ Diploma Level 2 in either joinery or carpentry. You must be employed to enrol on the NVQ Diploma Level 2.

Length of Study

One year.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2013 / 2014 academic year.