Course may be subject to change.
This course is designed to provide learners with the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills, and prepare them for work in a multi-skilled environment.
The course covers a range of construction crafts dealing with maintenance and repair. You will study areas such as building methods and construction technology; masonry repairs; painting, decorating and associated repairs; plastering and repairs; plumbing repairs; carpentry and joinery repairs; and safe working practices.
Entry Criteria
You will hold a Level 1 qualification in a construction trade, and be skilled in carrying out practical tasks. Basic literacy and numeracy skills are required.
Additional Costs
You will need safety footwear for practical sessions in our industry standard brick workshop. Failure to wear safety equipment will result in student being refused entry to workshop. The college will provide opportunity to purchase these at the start of term - approximate cost £10.00.
Additional costs may apply for enrichment activities.
What are the next steps?
You will meet with one of our construction team and once your place on the course is confirmed, we will stay in touch throughout the year.
Your meeting will include a presentation about the College and course, a one to one chat with a tutor and a tour of the facilities.
Study Aims
This course is designed to expand your knowledge and skills in multicraft construction activities, and prepare you to pursue a career in your chosen craft. It provides learners with the opportunity to build many transferable knowledge and skills, both theoretical and practical.
Modules Studied
- Health and Safety
- Communications, Estimating, Information
- Building Technology
- Erecting and Dismantling Access Equipment and Working Platforms
- Developing Customer Relationships
- Carrying out Masonry Repairs
- Carrying out Painting and Decorating Repairs
- Carrying out Plastering Repairs
- Carrying out Plumbing Repairs
- Carrying out Wood Repairs
- Carrying out Tiling Repairs
- Carrying out Roofing Repairs.
Times of Delivery
- Tuesday - 9am - 5pm
- Thursday - 9am - 4pm
- Sunday - 9am - 2pm
Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching is both classroom and workshop based and designed to cover a wide range of learning styles. You will be assessed using the following methods:
- Oral questioning
- Assignments
- Written tests
- Observation of practical performance.
You will also have access to a Personal Learning Coach (PLC) for support with any further issues.
Industry Links
A number of Project Managers from high profile North East construction companies visit our Brickwork students to discuss employment opportunities and the construction industry. We have many strong links with many companies, including:
- Tolent Living
- Persimmons Homes
- Sir Robert McAlpine
- Robertsons Construction
- Ladycraft Ltd
- Durham City Builders
- Scott Builders
- Beamish Museum.
Placement
Learners will be encouraged to undertake relevant work placement to gain valuable hands-on experience practicing their skills in a real working environment.
The study programme is designed to allow students to demonstrate and showcase the skills learned within sessions. You will be encouraged to enter internal and external construction competitions.
You could progress to a specialised trade course at New College Durham such as painting and decorating, carpentry and joinery, plumbing or construction.
