What does the course include?

There are eighteen units to complete which include:

• Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment
• Sustainable Construction
• Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment
• Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment
• Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering
• Building Technology in Construction
• Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering
• Construction in Civil Engineering Optional units:
• Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment
• Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering
• CAD & design for Construction
• Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment
• Project in Construction and the Built Environment
• and further optional units

What do you need to get on to the course?

You need to have an interest in Construction/Engineering and a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths, English, and Science/Technology. All applicants will be interviewed.

The interview process

All applicants will be interviewed by the course tutor and you will be given initial assessments in Numeracy and Literacy.

How is the course assessed?

Your progress on the course is assessed using College-devised assignments.

Where does it lead?

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas in Civil Engineering are designed to provide a broad introduction to working in the sector and offer opportunities for accessing further study, such as a BTEC Higher National qualification or access to University, or for employment.

Where is it based?

In our workshops, laboratories and classrooms.

Link to the Awarding Body page (external link):

http://www.edexcel.com/quals/nationals10/cbe/Pages/default.aspx

For further information and to apply

If you wish to apply for this course, please complete a College application form.

If you need help before choosing your course, please contact our Information & Advice Centre or come along to one of our Open days.