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Overview
On this course, you’ll study the practical and theoretical aspects of brickwork. This will prepare you for working 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 get a National Progression Award in Construction G8H4 45 from Scottish Qualification Authority, which is a recognised National Qualification in construction.
The course will run for 6 months from January - June 2018.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 4. For more information on the framework visit: www.scqf.org.uk/the-framework/
Minimum entry requirements
- Candidates must 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 will be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you are interested in this subject.
What you study
Some of the subjects you’ll study include:
- Fundamentals of cavity walling.
- One brick walling.
- Block walling.
- Simple decorative brickwork.
- Simple arch construction.
- ICT.
- Numeracy.
- Communication.
- Construction occupational practices.
After the course
This course prepares you for a career in the construction industry.