HNC in Construction and The Built Environment (Construction)
HNC • Level 4
HNC in Construction and The Built Environment (Construction)
HNC • Level 4Type of LearningUniversity Study
Course CodeA5462
UCAS CodeCT09
Study ModeFull Time / Part Time
DurationPart Time: 2 years (one day a week, 9am-7pm) Full Time: 1 year (two days a week)
Cost
Awarded ByPearson
Location ByBurnley College
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About the course
This course is highly regarded by Employers and academic institutions alike, preparing students for a career in management in the Construction industry or as the stepping stone to higher level study. The programme gives a comprehensive general introduction to the study of construction, encompassing building technology, project management and leglislation, with the opportunity for students to select an area in which to specialise through work-based modules.
Type of LearningUniversity Study
Course CodeA5462
UCAS CodeCT09
Study ModeFull Time / Part Time
DurationPart Time: 2 years (one day a week, 9am-7pm) Full Time: 1 year (two days a week)
Cost
Awarded ByPearson
Location ByBurnley College
Entry Requirements
A Level 3 qualification in a related construction sector industry, such as brickwork, joinery or plastering. A National Diploma or HNC in a related subject. BSc (Hons) Technology (Foundation Entry). Relevant work experience will also be considered. All applicants will need to show they have GCSE Maths and English with a minimum grade C or equivalent qualification. Mature applicants who do not meet these entry criteria are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis. All applicants will be interviewed to ascertain they have the relevant experience, qualifications or background necessary to undertake the course. Accreditation of prior certificated or experiential learning against some of the course modules will be considered.
Modules
Mandatory modules are: A Pearson-set Individual Project, Construction Technology; Science and Materials; Construction Practice and Management; Legal and Statutory Responsibilities in Construction; Construction Information (Drawing, Detailing, Specification). Two Optional Units from: Surveying, Measuring and Setting Out; Tender and Procurement; Building Information Modelling; Principles of Refurbishment; Principles of Alternative Energy; Principles of Public Health Engineering; Civil Engineering Technology; Principles of Electrical Design and Installation; Site Supervision and Operations.
Assessment
Teaching, learning and assessment on this course has been specially designed to help students build their knowledge between modules and between academic and work-based activities. Teaching is delivered by a mixture of formal lectures by industry experts, seminars, workshops, case studies and field visits, all supported by live project work to put theory into practice. Leading figures in the Construction industry give insightful and innovative lectures which are combined with the opportunity to attend site visits and presentations given by specialists within the Construction industry. Assessment involves a combination of coursework, presentation exercises and examinations which will show your industry expertise and knowledge.
Careers & Progression
On completion of this course students will have the opportunity to progress onto the HND in Construction. Possible careers include Site Management, Architectural Technician and Trainee Quantity Surveyor
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