FA Construction (L5)
What will you learn?
Within the FA pupils will undertake the following units:
3D modelling for the Build Environment
The purpose of this unit is to show how structural behaviour might affect design choices and provide an introduction to some basic skills and knowledge needed to create a simple 3D model. Techniques using a suitable digital format, and/or a more practical approach will enable the learner to create a working model that can demonstrate a connection between a mass model and its associated technical, pictorial and functional specification information.
Carpentry and bench joinery
The Unit require the learner to use and care for a basic range of tools and materials whilst undertaking skilled tasks associated with bench joinery. Learners who achieve this Unit should feel confident in progressing to more demanding higher level skills and awards in the Construction Industry when the range and level of work will be wider/more complex.
Sustainability in the Build Environment
This unit provides a basic introduction to sustainability and considers ways in which global, national and local communities are affected. The learner will also investigate the basic techniques and methods commonly adopted in sustainable building design and construction of buildings.
The Work Challenge Unit
Work Based Challenge Unit/Meta-skills is designed to support the delivery of the Skills for Work. Learners will take part in a challenge unit involving the construction of a large-scale project. This year students are working on building wooden play kitchens.
Incorporated within the WBCU is a meta-skills framework designed to emphasise the importance of meta-skills to industry in addition to technical and practical ability. Through the project associated learners are required to understand meta-skills and consider which they are likely to develop through their role in the project.
Why do this course?
On successful completion of this course learners will achieve a Foundation Apprenticeship (Group Award) at SCQF Level 4 or 5.
The FA gives pupils an introduction to the skills that will help them move into a career within the Construction industry.
What will you experience?
Learners will work with a visiting tutor. They will also receive input from local employers.
The course is a mix of practical and theory work.
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before selecting this course
This course is suited for students in S5 and 6.
There is no additional cost to the course.
Pupils will be expected to work independently and maintain the health and safety standards expected of the workplace at all times.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There is no specific entry requirement to the course. However, learners will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to a career within the Construction and Building Industry. This would also appeal to those interested in Architecture.
Assessment
The course is assessed on an ongoing basis through coursework activities.
Progression and Employment
Pupils may progress from this course into a Modern Apprenticeship within the automotive industry.
Further information on Modern Apprenticeships can be found here: https://www.apprenticeships.scot/become-an-apprentice/modern-apprenticeships/
Alternatively they may choose to undertake further study within college: https://www.nescol.ac.uk/focus-on-construction/