Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry
Course Code: P222600
Key Information
Course type
Vocational
Campus:
North Harbour Campus
Start Date:
Sept 23
Duration:
One year
Attendance:
Full-time
16-18 school leaver fee:
Free
For students who have previously achieved a Level 2 qualification in carpentry and who wish to progress to the next level.
Units include:
- first fix flooring and roofing
- second fixing operations
- first fix roofing and stairs
- second fixing double doors and mouldings
- setting up and using fixed and transportable machinery.
You will complete a minimum of 30 hours of on-the-job experience within the industry and have the opportunity to work on many live projects in the community. In recent years, carpentry students helped to convert a double-decker bus into a much-needed shelter for local homeless people. You will also benefit from site visits, industry talks and demonstrations from experts.
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, plus a Level 2 Standard/NVQ (apprentice qualified).
Learning and assessment will combine both theory and practical sessions. You will also complete two online exams. You will log your learning journey in a diploma portfolio folder. All elements must be completed to successfully achieve the diploma.
Attendance is one day a week. Typical hours would be 9am-4.30pm. A high level of attendance is necessary in order to successfully achieve the qualification.
You can enter or progress in the workplace.
