Carpentry & Joinery Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma

29011W0 | Pagefield Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 02/09/2024
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

If you are interested in the construction industry, an exciting and rewarding career in joinery may be just for you. You will gain the skills to become sought after craftspeople with excellent employment prospects. Hands-on experience, under the supervision of industry and education professionals, will equip you with the skills to succeed.
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What will I study?

This one year full time qualification covers a wide range of knowledge and skills required for working as an advanced craft site carpenter. You will learn about the industry, including the principles of constructing buildings, and the types of information used in building design and construction. You will learn about health, safety and environmental issues faced on construction sites, and how to communicate with others on the job, including supervisory skills such as planning, organising and pricing work. You will also learn practical skills specific to site carpentry. You will take six compulsory units in: Principles of organising, planning and pricing of construction work, Constructing cut roofing, Fitting doors, windows and their finishings, Fixing stairs with turns, Principles of maintenance and repair, Set up and use fixed and transportable machinery

How long is the course?

Full time for one academic year

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is on practical skills and theoretical knowledge.

What qualifications do I need?

Successful completion of Level 2 in the subject plus maths or English at grade C / 4.

What can I progress onto?

This can lead to higher education or a role within the construction industry. The course is also a large component of the higher apprenticeship in this field of study. Experienced Joiners can expect to earn over £30,000 a year.

Other Information

You will need a basic kit, overalls and safety boots. If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass. Find out more at www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/free-bus-pass

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
£3207.00 Yes Yes

Exam Fee

£138.00
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Plumbers and Heating and Ventilating Engineers

Plumbers and heating and ventilating installers and repairers assemble, install, maintain and repair plumbing fixtures, heating and ventilating systems and pipes and pipeline systems in commercial, residential and industrial premises and public buildings for non-renewable and renewable energy.

Requirements: Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

Opportunities

2.28%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£18,591
Entry
£35,193
Median
£47,560
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Repairs burst pipes and mechanical and combustion faults and replaces faulty taps, washers, valves, etc.
  • Attaches fittings and joins piping by welding, soldering, cementing, fusing, screwing or other methods.
  • Tests completed installation for leaks and makes any necessary adjustments.
  • Installs fittings such as storage tanks, cookers, baths, toilets, taps and valves, refrigerators, boilers, heat pumps, radiators and fires.
  • Measures and cuts required lengths of copper, lead, steel, iron, aluminium or plastic using hand or machine tools.
  • Examines drawings and specifications to determine layout of system.

Knowledge

Building and Construction Mechanical Customer and Personal Service Design Physics Engineering and Technology Mathematics English Language Administration and Management

Skills

Active Learning Mathematics Critical Thinking Learning Strategies Reading Comprehension Active Listening Monitoring Speaking
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