This programme is designed for young learners to develop on the skills gained from BCATS (level 1) programme. Study full-time and learn the basics of building and construction. Usually studied in conjunction with Level 1.
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Entry Requirements
Pathways
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Description
This programme is aimed at learners who wish to gain essential skills and knowledge of the building, construction, and allied trades sector. Students will learn about health and safety legislation, develop their knowledge of timber and other construction material, learn basic skills in relation to the use and maintenance of power tools, and develop the ability to produce simple drawings and sketches while planning for a BCATS project.
Course Content
The programme has two modules:
Module 1. Planning a BCATS project.
This module introduces learners to health and safety legislation and procedures, various roles of allied trades, timber and other construction material, power tools, and machinery used in the context of a BCATS environment. The module also provides skills necessary to produce simple drawings and sketches while planning for a BCATS project.
Module 2. Complete BCATS Projects.
In this module, learners will embed the safe working procedures learned in module 1, develop the ability to effectively use power tools, and learn to interpret plans, follow instructions, and contribute to a team in order to complete two BCATS projects including a group project, under general supervision.
Fees
The course is Zero Fees for eligible students.
Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for the programme are as below. Talk to us if you are not sure whether you qualify. Our team will help you through this process.
- NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- 16 years of age or over.
- Not hold NCEA level 2 or similar qualifications.
- Enrolment is also subject to an interview process.
Pathways
Education:
The qualification could lead to the New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) or an apprenticeship.
Employment:
Graduates may wish to enter into trade related employment or a modern apprenticeship.
Intakes
Henderson Campus
Class Timings: 8.30am-3pm Monday to Friday. Part of class hours (practical). Duration: 24 Weeks. (Full-Time)
Papakura Campus
Class Timings: 8.30am-3pm Monday to Friday. Part of class hours (practical). Duration: 26 Weeks. (Full-Time)
Mangere Campus
Class Timings: Monday to Friday 8.45am-3.15pm. Part of class hours (practical). Duration: 26 Weeks. (Full-Time)
What are the benefits
This level 2 programme is designed to build skills relevant to the construction and building industry. Learning is based around intermediary building projects such as residential timber fences, to help develop skills and knowledge required to progress in the industry.
This programme starts you on your journey towards being a builder or carpenter, and there are many job opportunities in the booming construction industry.
This is a full-time programme that runs Monday to Friday, helping to prepare you for entering the workforce or further studies once you graduate. Increase your skills, employability, and paycheck as you progress sequentially from Level 1 to 3.
Eligible youth learners will have access to additional support like travel allowances, safety gear and uniforms.
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