What is this course?
This is technical study qualification delivered by Pearsons over two years which will focus on the development of knowledge and skills needed for working in Construction. This course is designed with your future in mind, giving you strong foundational knowledge that employers seek for in Civil Engineering, helping you to make an impact in the Construction and Built Environmental Industry. Whether you are studying, improving your knowledge or working towards an apprenticeship, this blog will support you alongside this qualification.
Your 1st year will be refered to as ‘Core’ and then the 2nd, Occupational Specialism (Civil Engineering).
What will be my subjects?
Below are the subjects that you will study during the 2 years of your course:
· Health and safety
· Science and Construction mathematical techniques
· Measurement
· Building technology and Design
· Information and data
· Digital technology
· Construction and the built environment industry
· Sustainability
· Relationship management and Commercial business
· Project management and Law
What qualifications will I receive?
At the end of the two years, you will have completed a T Level Technical in Design Surveying and Planning for Construction (Civil Engineering) Level 3 Programme Aim (234) (Level 3) which is broken down into two parts:
1. The common core component is graded overall A* – E plus ungraded (U).
2. The Occupational Specialism (Civil Engineering) is graded overall Distinction, Merit, Pass and Ungraded.
Year 1
There are two externally set and marked exams covering knowledge from part 1 which are the engineering common core element.
Core Paper 1: Science and Building Technology
Core Paper 2: Construction Industry and Sustainability
Both are 2.5 hours and make up 33.33% of your course.
One Employer-set project (externally marked) covering knowledge and core skills from part 1, 15.5 hours in duration and has a weighting of 33.33%.
Year 2
· One externally set assignment (externally marked) covering the skills and knowledge from part 2 which is Civil Engineering 25 hours in duration and has a weight of 100%..
In addition, it will also consider:
· The minimum requirement for English and Math (Grade 4 and above or Functional Skills 2 in English and Math)
· Successful completion of industry placement
What can I do after this course?
When you complete a T Level study programme, there is a choice to start working or study further through apprenticeships, HNC/HND’s or going to university.