EDEXCEL Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Construction
Qualification summary
The BTEC First Diploma in Construction is a 360 guided learning hour qualification. It is a work related qualification that is designed to provide a specialist work-related and motivating programme of study addressing the key areas of knowledge, understanding and skills required for learners contemplating a career within the construction industry. It provides education and training in craft, technical and operative areas that are directly relevant to the changing needs of construction employees, employers and professions, together with knowledge and understanding of the key issues of sustainability and health, safety and welfare within the construction industry.
The qualification provides opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life, and to develop and evidence knowledge and skills that are relevant to the QCA key skills units.
For learners who already have an interest in the construction industry but have not yet fully decided on a career path the BTEC First Diploma in Construction provides an opportunity to try out a range of related activities, either by following a general path utilizing a range of different specialist units, or in greater depth by following instead a recommended specialist pathway. Centres may offer a range of specialist units to produce appropriate courses of study for their learners, eg multi-skilled or specialist. On completion, learners will have achieved a recognised qualification and will be in a strengthened position to decide between their progression options.
Qualification details
VRQ - Vocationally-Related Qualification
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DELNI and
DENI websites.
The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Construction permits the achievement of learner to progress:
• to NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a related sector
• to a Level 2 or 3 Diploma (Construction and the Built Environment)
• to a specialist qualification (such as the Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Construction)
• to the workplace in a suitable role under supervision.
Architectural Technician/Technologist
Brick/Concrete/Refractory Plant Operative
Bricklayer
Builder's Merchant/Assistant
Building Services Engineer
Cavity Wall Insulation Technician
Ceiling Fixer
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineering Technician
Clerk of Works/Site Manager
Company Director
Construction Plant Mechanic
Construction Supervisor/Manager
Consultant
Crane Operator
Damp Proofer
Domestic Appliances Service Technician
Dry Stone Waller
Engineering Construction Technician
Estate Agent
Interpreter
Lift Truck Operator
Manager
Mastic Asphalter
Materials Reclaimer
Painter and Decorator
Plumber
Purchasing/Procurement Officer
Risk Manager
Royal Air Force (RAF) Airman/Woman
Royal Navy/Marines Officer
Royal Navy/Marines Rating
Rural Suveyor
Steel Erector/Fabricator
Steeplejack
Stonemason
Surveying Technician
Technical Author
Thermal Insulation Engineer
Timber Technologist
Town Planner
Town Planning Support Staff
Underground Engineer
Warehouse Worker/Manager
Window Cleaner
Window Installer
Wood Machinist
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05 Construction, Planning and the Built Environment
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05.2
Building and Construction
The qualification is assessed through internally set assignments and externally verified through National Standard Sampling. In addition centres go through an ongoing Centre Risk Assessment process to ensure the quality of provision and internal verification systems and practices.
The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Construction consists of three core units plus three specialist units that provide for a combined total of 360 guided learning hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.
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Core Units
The Core units consist of three manditory units that are compulsory to complete to achieve the First Diploma
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A/500/3367 - An Introduction to the Construction Industry
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F/500/3368 - Exploring Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction
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J/500/3369 - The use of Science and Mathematics in Construction
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Specialist Units
The Specialist Units consist of fifteen optional units, three of which must be achieved to complete the diploma.
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A/500/3370 - Construction Processes and Operations for Low-Rise Domestic Buildings
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F/500/3371 - Construction Methods and Techniques for Low-Rise Domestic Buildings
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J/500/3372 - Construction Drawing Techniques
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L/500/3373 - Exploring Carpentry and Joinery
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R/500/3374 - Performing Joinery Operations
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Y/500/3375 - Performing Carpentry Operations
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D/500/3376 - Exploring Trowel Operations
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H/500/3377 - Performing Blockwork Operations
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K/500/3378 - Performing Brickwork Operations
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M/500/3379 - Exploring Painting and Decorating
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H/500/3380 - Performing Paperhanging Operations
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K/500/3381 - Performing Decorating Operations
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M/500/3382 - Exploring Building Services Techniques
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T/500/3383 - Performing Plumbing Operations
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A/500/3384 - Performing Electrical Operations