Construction and the Built Environment

Collaborative Course

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: Construction and the Built Environment

QAN 6030862X

Description:

This BTEC qualification is a practical work related course, working with cutting edge technologies and equipment.

Career Note:

. This course supports applications for third level courses in Architecture, Building Services, Civil Engineering, Construction and Quantity Surveying. These could be degree courses, Foundation Degrees or Higher National Diploma courses.

. It is also an employment qualification in its own right supporting applications for jobs in Architectural Design, Construction, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Property Management, Land Administration, Land Surveying and Town Planning.

Course Delivery:

The course will be delivered Tuesday 1.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. and Friday 1.30 p.m. to 3.00 p.m.

Course Structure:

The course is made up of 4 mandatory units:

Unit title Unit size (GLH) Assessment

Year 1: Unit 1: Construction Principles 120 External

Unit 4: Construction Technology 60 Internal

Year 2: Unit 2: Construction Design 120 External

Unit 5: Health and Safety in Construction 60 Internal


Entry Requirements:

Minimum 4 GCSEs (grade C or above)

A waiting list may be applied, subject to demand.

N.B - A recognised qualification can only be attained after successful completion of both years of the programme