Level : 1

Qualification Name : CSkills Awards Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery (QCF)

Qualification Type : QCF QCF - Qualification

Awarding Body : CSkills Award - Construction Skills

Full/Part-time : Full time or Part time

Duration : 25 weeks(full time)

Hours per week : Full time - 16 hours (25 weeks)

Day : Mon to Wed or Wed to Fri

Start Date : 13 September 2010

Start Time : 8.30 (days)

End Time : 5.00 (days)

Course Fees : £1500. The fee quoted is for guidance only and will be confirmed at enrolment.

Venue : North Halifax Skills Centre; Calderdale College

Academic Department : Art, Design and Technology

Contact Information

Contact Name : David Sharpe

Contact Extension : 9235

Contact Email : info@calderdale.ac.uk

Department Manager : Roosevelt Alexander

Course Information : +44(0)1422 399 399

General Enquiry : +44(0)1422 357 357

Admissions Information : +44(0)1422 399 316

Minicom Telephone: +44(0)1422 399 398

 

How to Apply : Apply Online / Please complete an application form and return it to us at the following freepost address:- Calderdale College Central Admissions Unit, FREEPOST HX2 004, Francis Street, Halifax, HX1 3BR

This course consists of various units including: - Know how to carry out safe working practices in construction - Carry out safe working practices in construction - Knowledge of information, quantities and communicating with others - Information, quantities and communicating with others - Knowledge of building methods and construction technology - Building methods and construction technology - Knowledge of basic woodworking joints - Produce basic woodworking joints - Know how to maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools - Maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools - Know how to prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools - Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools - Construct an External Inspection Hatch

 

An introductory course suitable for beginners. School leavers should aim for at least 4 GCSEs at grades E-G. Applicants with no formal qualifications will be considered following an assessment. Applicants will be required to pass an aptitude entry test which is run by the college. Successful completion of the BTEC Introductory Certificate/Diploma in Construction or the Foundation Certificate in Building Craft Occupations will give exemption from this test.

 

Continuous assessment throughout the course based on: Practical observation, Oral questioning, Portfolio evidence and Written assessment

 

CSkills Awards Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery (QCF) awarded by CSkills Award - Construction Skills

 

Progression from this course could be to gain an NVQ level 1 through work based evidence or on to a Level 2 Diploma.

Interview with a specialist tutor. Candidates are required to show enthusiasm and commitment to the course

Please complete an application form and return it to us at the following freepost address:- Calderdale College Central Admissions Unit, FREEPOST HX2 004, Francis Street, Halifax, HX1 3BR

 

Teaching is delivered in two distinct formats. Workshop tuition supported by a workshop technician and technical lectures incorporating group work, self study and IT.

 

You may have heard the term Key Skills. At Calderdale College we call these Essential Skills. The Essential Skills qualification covers the three skills of Communication, Application of Number and Information Technology. The Wider Essential Skills are Improving Own Learning and Performance, Working with Others and Problem Solving. You will find Essential Skills integrated into all your learning activities. Developing your Essential Skills will raise your potential in all the subjects of your study. Essential Skills are developed throughout your coursework and tutorial activity. Every 16-18 learner and where possible adult learners will build their portfolio of Essential Skills evidence supported by their course tutors and specialist Essential Skills tutors.

 

Safety Boots, A4 Ruled Pad & File, Black pens, 2H&HB Pencils.

 

Student Services can provide students with personal support throughout their time at college. Any student facing financial difficulties with fees, childcare, equipment or travel can apply for financial assistance. Please telephone 01422-399367 for details on how we can help.

 

Before enrolment you will be asked to attend an interview and take part in a short assessment to make sure we place you on a course that is right for you. Telephone our Study Support Team on 01422-399347 for more information.

 

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Art, Design and Technology

 

Carpentry & Joinery

 

Roosevelt Alexander