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Overview
On this course, you’ll study the practical and theoretical aspects of brickwork preparing you for work in the construction industry. You will also develop transferable skills, like communication, which are important for gaining employment.
On successful completion of this course, you will gain a City and Guilds Diploma in Bricklaying at SCQF Level 4, which is a recognised National Qualification in construction.
Minimum entry requirements
- You should have a genuine interest in the craft of bricklaying; OR
- Previous experience in a building related occupation.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited to a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject.
What you study
You'll study:-
- Carry out Blocklaying activities.
- Carry out Cavity walling activities.
- Carry out Bricklaying activities.
- Setting out & Building of Masonry Structures up to Damp Proof Course.
- Principles of Building Construction, Information and Communication.
- Health, Safety Welfare in Construction.
You'll also study various core units essential to your learning.
After the course
This course prepares you for a career in the construction industry.