Course Overview
L2 Site Carpentry is a full time programme that is usually studied over one year. This course will ensure you’ll learn skills that can set you on your path to a career in the construction industry. You’ll be working with the latest technologies carrying out site related activities that include roofing, flooring and stud walls. The course includes both practical and theory.
Work Experience & Industry Placements
With support all learners will complete a minimum of 35 hours of work experience related to the qualification. Past students have worked with Site carpenters and Joiners as part of their work experience and gone onto work part time or become an apprentice with in the company.
Qualification Gained
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry
After The Course
On completion of this course most learners go on to further study in Carpentry or Bench Joinery, or learners go into employment or apprenticeships in Site Carpentry, Joinery, Furniture, Property Maintenance or related trades.
What Will I Learn
Site Carpentry - You will learn all aspects of Health & Safety linked to the trade, site carpentry theory using industry approved practices and all associated hand and power tool used in the industry.
English And Maths
Learners who do not already hold a Maths and / or English qualification at grade 4 or above will study these subjects as part of their college qualification
Our Lecturers
Stephen has spent over 30 years in industry, starting as an apprentice in a large Shopfitting company, working as a Bench Joiner and Site Fixer, moving through his apprenticeship and working in that trade for 20 years. Stephen then moved into Boat outfitting with Princess Yachts in Plymouth and then a Coach fitting company who made furniture for Princess Yachts, before moving into teaching. Stephen has a wealth of knowledge that will benefit the next generation of trades persons.
David worked as an Architectural Joiner for 8 years and has now worked at the college for 11 years in the Carpentry and Joinery team. Over the summer period gets involved with Glastonbury and Boomtown festivals stage and set building.
Teaching Learning and Assessment
Through activities in our industry specific practical work shops and dedicated theory sessions.
Tutorials
1 hour per week
Course Expenses
Learners will need to purchase their own PPE (Work trousers, boots, gloves high vis and safety spectacles). We also recommend learners purchase relevant tools as an investment, and a course textbook to support their studies. Learners who join us on new students day will be given a kit list to help them prepare for their course.
Throughout the course there will be trips and visits, for which a contribution may be required.
How Will I Be Assessed
Practical assessments and examinations.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths
Required Experience
Completion of the L1 Wood Occupations or suitable industry experience
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