Construction
Subject Leader: Mr P Humphries
Key Stage 4
Level 2 Vocational Award in Constructing the Built Environment
Exam Board: WJEC
Level: 2
Course Overview
Students develop knowledge and skills within the construction sector. They will be expected to understand the way buildings are designed and constructed. They will develop knowledge of appropriate materials and building techniques. They will also have opportunities to develop practical skills, such as bricklaying, painting and carpentry.
Assessment: 50% examination, 50% coursework
Curriculum Content
Year 9
Term 1: Bricklaying.
Term 2: Sustainable Design.
Term 3: Painting and Decorating Phase.
Term 4: Carpentry - Key Skills.
Term 5: Painting and Decorating - Wallpapering.
Term 6: Design Development.
Year 10
Term 1: Health and Safety in construction.
Term 2: Design Project.
Term 3: Carpentry – joinery.
Term 4: Painting and Decorating.
Term 5: Plumbing services.
Term 6: Electrical installations.
Year 11
Term 1: Health and Safety in construction.
Term 2: Carpentry - advanced skills.
Term 3: Painting and Decorating - wallpapering.
Term 4: Design evaluation.
Term 5: Examination preparation.
Term 6: Examinations.