1. BTEC CONSTRUCTION 2014 BTEC Course Mrs C. Bollans Head of Technology Mr C Wright Assistant Head of Technology

2. Key Features of the Course Level 2 BTEC First Award Prepare for entry to employment Providing education and training in craft, technical and operative areas Directly relevant to the changing needs of construction employers Develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for a successful performance in working life The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION

3. Unit 1: Construction technology  The structural performance required for low-rise construction  Explore how sub-structures and superstructures are constructed Unit 2: Construction Design  The work of the construction industry  Understand a client’s needs to develop a design brief for a low-rise building  Produce a range of initial sketch ideas to meet the requirements of a client brief Unit 3: Scientific and Mathematical Applications for Construction  The effects of forces and temperature changes on materials used in construction  Mathematical techniques to solve construction problems Unit 7: Exploring Brickwork and Block work Principles and Techniques  Tools, materials and equipment used for brickwork and block work  Develop practical skills and safe techniques to construct brickwork and block work. The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION Award Award is equivalent to 1 GCSEs A*- C Also possible to drop down to Level 1 (GCSE D-G) is not able to complete work to a sufficient standard.

4. Year 9 Early Start Two weeks after Easter students will be studying their preferred or chosen technology specialism. Carpentry and Joinery is a unit from the double award but could count towards their final grade, if completed to a sufficient standard. The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION

5. Assessment All units are internally assessed using a grading scale of pass, merit and distinction. Unit 1 is assessed by exam Assessment is theory and practical. Witness statements can be used as evidence as opposed to written work in some cases The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION

6. Educational Visits In Year 10 Summer term, students go to the BRE Centre, Watford. The Centre focuses on new technologies, testing and sustainability in construction. The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION

7. Where next? BTEC First Diploma BTEC National qualification in Construction BTEC National qualification in Civil Engineering BTEC National qualification in Building services Engineering NVQ and/or apprenticeships Direct entry to Industry Many of the Year 11s have  Weekend jobs as labourers  Arranged work experience with construction companies  Are going to Prospects/ Thurrock college next year to continue skills in brick laying/ decorating The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION

8. Why select Construction?  Practical skills  Work related learning  Mostly assignment based  Want to do something different  Want to learn more about the Industry Any questions? The FitzWimarc School BTEC CONSTRUCTION