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Construction and Engineering 10-23

Unit 10
Introduction to painting and DECORATING (j/505/3897) 

Summary
1 - Know how to comply with safe working practices in a painting and decorating environment
2 - Be able to prepare and maintain a work area
3 - Be able to use and maintain tools and equipment
4 - Be able to prepare one surface for application of materials
5 - Be able to apply materials to a prepared surface

The learner will:
1 - Know how to comply with safe working practices in a painting and decorating environment
The learner can:
1.1 Name different safety signs
1.2 Follow fire and accident procedures
1.3 Select and wear appropriate protective clothing

The learner will:
2 - Be able to prepare and maintain a work area
The learner can:
2.1 Prepare an area for decorating
2.2 Identify items to be removed and stored
2.3 Apply dust sheets appropriately
2.4 Maintain a clean and tidy working area at all times

The learner will:
3 - Be able to use and maintain tools and equipment
The learner can:
3.1 Name hand tools suitable for painting and decorating
3.2 Use hand tools suitable for painting and decorating
3.3 Demonstrate safe use of portable access equipment
3.4 Clean, check and store tools and equipment, reporting deficiencies to supervisor

The learner will:
4 - Be able to prepare one surface for application of materials
The learner can:
4.1 Outline how to prepare one type of surface
4.1 Prepare a surface using hand or power tools

The learner will: 
5 - Be able to apply materials to a prepared surface
The learner can: 
5.1 Identify appropriate materials to apply to a prepared surface
5.2 Apply appropriate materials to a prepared surface


Unit 11
​Brickwork: Introduction to assisting workshop practice (A/505/3850) 

Summary
​
1 - Be able to prepare for brickwork tasks
2 - Be able to dismantle a practice section of wall
3 - Know how to mix mortar for workshop practice
4 - Know how to prepare for workshop practice
5 - Know how to tidy work area

The learner will:
1 - Be able to prepare for brickwork tasks
The learner can:
1.1 Select and wear the appropriate protective clothing for designated tasks
1.2 Select and use the correct tools for designated tasks

The learner will:
2 - Be able to dismantle a practice section of wall
The learner can:
2.1 Dismantle a small section of wall that is approximately 8 courses high, 5 stretchers long
2.2 Clean bricks and stack ready for use
2.3 Remove and dispose of soil and/or rubble in an appropriate location

The learner will:
3 - Know how to mix mortar for workshop practice
The learner can:
3.1 Use builder’s bucket as measure
3.2 Mix mortar to a 5:1 ratio
3.3 Mix mortar to correct consistency

The learner will:
4 - Know how to prepare for workshop practice
The learner can:
4.1 Sweep site ready for building
4.2 Select and stack bricks next to building line
4.3 Position, dampen and load mortar boards, with mortar mix
4.4 Replenish mortar boards
4.5 Keep area clean and tidy while work is in progress

The learner will: 
5 - Know how to tidy work area
The learner can: 
5.1 Clear and tidy work area


Unit 12
Introduction to building a half brick wall three courses high (d/505/3856) 

Summary
1 - 
Be able to prepare for tasks
2 - Be able to build a half brick wall, 3 courses high
3 - Be able to tidy work area

The learner will:
1 - Be able to prepare for tasks
The learner can:
1.1 Select and wear the appropriate protective clothing for designated tasks
1.2 Select and use the correct tools for designated tasks
1.3 Prepare area with bricks and mortar

The learner will:
2 - Be able to build a half brick wall, 3 courses high
The learner can:
2.1 Participate in building a half brick wall, 3 courses high and 4 stretches long
2.2 Participate in ensuring that the wall is sound, level, straight and vertical
2.3 Maintain a tidy working area while work is in progress

The learner will: 
3 - Be able to tidy work area
The learner can: 
3.1 Clear and tidy work area


Unit 13
​Introducing tiling skills (Y/505/3970) 

Summary
1 - Know the resources for fixing tiles
2 - Be able to prepare the work area
3 - Be able to fix tiles

The learner will: 
1 - Know the resources for fixing tiles
The learner can: 
1.1 Identify tiling handtools
1.2 Identify tiling resources

The learner will: 
2 - Be able to prepare the work area
The learner can: 
2.1 Protect surrounding areas from damage
2.2 Prepare surfaces

The learner will: 
3 - Be able to fix tiles
The learner can: 
3.1 Use safe working practices to:      
​      a) set out
      b) measure
      c) fix

      d) grout
3.2 Clean up area on completion


Unit 14
Brickwork: Introduction to building a three brick square hollow pillar (L/505/3870)

Summary
1 - Be able to prepare for building a 3 brick square hollow pillar
2 - Be able to build a 3 brick square hollow pillar
3 - Be able to tidy work area

The learner will: 
1 - Be able to prepare for building a 3 brick square hollow pillar
The learner can: 
1.1 Select and wear the appropriate protective clothing for designated tasks
1.2 Select and use the correct tools for designated tasks

The learner will: 
2 - Be able to build a 3 brick square hollow pillar
The learner can: 
2.1 Participate in building a half 3 brick square, 6 courses high hollow pillar built following laid down procedures
2.2 Participate in ensuring that the wall is sound, level, straight and vertical
2.3 Maintain a tidy working area while work is in progress

The learner will: 
3 - Be able to tidy work area
The learner can: 
3.1 Clear and tidy work area
​

Unit 15
Carpentary and joinery (H/505/0568)

Summary
1 - Know about the tools, equipment and materials used in carpentry and joinery
2 - Be able to tackle basic carpentry and joinery problems
3 - Be able to communicate with others when performing carpentry and joinery tasks
4 - Be able to review own performance

The learner will: 
1 - Know about the tools, equipment and materials used in carpentry and joinery
The learner can: 
1.1 Name tools and equipment used in carpentry and joinery
1.2 Name materials used in carpentry and joinery

The learner will: 
2 - Be able to tackle basic carpentry and joinery problems
The learner can: 
2.1 Select correct tools and equipment for specific projects
2.2 Select correct materials for specific projects
2.3 Use tools and equipment to perform specific tasks
2.4 Prepare materials for use without excessive waste or mess
2.5 Follow safe working practices throughout completion of tasks

The learner will: 
3 - Be able to communicate with others when performing carpentry and joinery tasks
The learner can: 
3.1 Follow simple instructions given by Tutor
3.2 Communicate with others to perform carpentry and joinery tasks

The learner will: 
4 - Be able to review own performance
The learner can: 
4.1 Give an example of:     
​      a) what went well
      b) what went not so well

4.1 Participate in a discussion with Tutor about what might have been done differently
​

Unit 16
Health and safety in construction (k/505/0569)

Summary
1 - Know about hazards in construction
2 - Know about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
3 - Be able to apply process to tackle basic health and safety problems
4 - Be able to communicate with others when performing tasks
5 - Be able to review own performance

The learner will: 
1 - Know about hazards in construction
The learner can: 
1.1 Name hazardous construction materials
1.2 Identify hazardous working situations in construction

The learner will: 
2 - Know about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The learner can: 
2.1 Identify Personal Protective Equipment
2.2 Select appropriate PPE in the working process

The learner will: 
3 - Know about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The learner can: 
3.1 Identify the dangers and hazards of a specific working problem
3.2 Prepare simple health and safety rules for carrying out a given task

The learner will: 
4 - Be able to communicate with others when performing tasks
The learner can: 
4.1 Follow simple instructions given by Tutor
4.2 Communicate with others to perform tasks

The learner will: 
5 - Be able to communicate with others when performing tasks
The learner can: 
5.1 Give an example of:
      a) what went well
     
​      b) what went not so well

5.2 Participate in a discussion with Tutor about what might have been done differently


Unit 17
Working in construction (R/505/1375)

Summary
1 - Know about the construction industry
2 - Know about jobs in construction
3 - Know about the skills needed to work in the construction industry
4 - Be able to develop own skills for working in construction

The learner will: 
1 - Know about the construction industry
The learner can: 
1.1 List different types of organisation within the construction industry

The learner will: 
2 - Know about jobs in construction
The learner can: 
2.1 Give examples of jobs in different organisations within the construction industry
2.2 Identify some entry-level jobs, suitable for someone starting out in construction
2.3 Outline the key responsibilities of a selected entry-level job role

The learner will: 
3 - Know about the skills needed to work in the construction industry
The learner can: 
3.1 Outline some of the key skills needed to work in a chosen area of construction

The learner will: 
4 - Be able to develop own skills for working in construction
The learner can: 
4.1 State some of the skills needed to work in construction that they already have
4.2 Contribute to planning how to develop some of the skills they will need if they are to be successful in the construction industry


Unit 18
Wallpapering skills (L/505/1598)

Summary
1 - Be able to plan and prepare for a wallpapering task
2 - Be 
able to assist in a wallpapering task
3 - Be able to work safely and efficiently

The learner will: 
1 - Be able to plan and prepare for a wallpapering task
The learner can: 
1.1 Indicate suitable tools and materials for the task
1.2 Protect surrounding area
1.3 With guidance, estimate the number of complete drops needed to cover a given surface area
1.4 Follow instructions for mixing adhesive
1.5 Measure straight drops, making an allowance for trimming, and cut paper as instructed

The learner will: 
2 - Be able to assist in a wallpapering task
The learner can: 
2.1 Apply adhesive to the paper
2.2 Apply drops as instructed
2.3 Smooth paper to minimise creases and bubbles
2.4 Follow instructions to trim excess paper

The learner will: 
3 - Be able to work safely and efficiently
The learner can: 
3.1 Use safe working practice when carrying out wallpapering activities
3.2 Clean and store tools in line with safe working practice
3.3 Leave work area clean and free from debris
​

UNIT 19
Introduction to Engineering (Y/505/3922) 

Summary
1 - Know about types of engineering organisation
2 - Know about skills required in engineering

The learner will: 
1 - Know the hand tools and materials used in plumbing processes
The learner can: 
1.1 Define the following fields of engineering:
     a) civil engineering
     
​     b) chemical engineering
     c) electrical engineering
​     d) mechanical engineering

1.2 Identify an organisation which operates within each field
1.3 Outline a job role which exists within each identified organisation

The learner will: 
2 - Know about skills required in engineering
The learner can: 
2.1 Identify the skills required for an engineering role they would like to hold
2.2 Carry out an individual skills audit to see which skills they have and which they need todevelop


UNIT 20
Electrical Wiring (H/503/2653) 

Summary
1 - Know how to work safely when dealing with electrical wiring
2 - Be able to wire a plug and change the fuse for a domestic appliance

The learner will: 
1 - Know how to work safely when dealing with electrical wiring
The learner can: 
1.1 Identify the tools used in the installation of electrical components
1.2 Identify the safety equipment used when working with electrical equipment
1.3 List potential hazards when working with electrical equipment
1.4 State safety rules and procedures when dealing with accidents

The learner will: 
2 - Be able to wire a plug and change the fuse for a domestic appliance
The learner can: 
2.1 Select the appropriate tools for the job
2.2 Take the plug apart, removing the wires safely
2.3 Change the fuse and replace the wires safely
2.4 Put the plug back together
2.5 Test the plug to make sure it works
2.6 Maintain a safe and tidy workspace


UNIT 21
Plastering Skills (K/505/1382) 
​

Summary
1 - Be able to work safely
2 - Be able to prepare the tools and equipment used in plastering
3 - Know about materials used in plastering
4 - Be able to apply plaster

The learner will: 
1 - Be able to work safely
The learner can: 
1.1 Identify personal and protective equipment to carry out a plastering task
1.2 Follow safety instructions in relation to the materials and equipment used for plastering

The learner will: 
2 - Be able to prepare the tools and equipment used in plastering
The learner can: 
2.1 Select basic hand tools/items of equipment used in plastering

The learner will: 
3 - Know about materials used in plastering
The learner can: 
3.1 State some materials used in plastering
3.2 Describe backgrounds that commonly receive plaster, for example plasterboard,blockwork

The learner will: 
4 - Be able to apply plaster
The learner can: 
4.1 Follow instructions to apply plaster coatings to a suitable surface
4.2 Produce a suitably smooth finish


UNIT 22
Energy production (F/505/3980) 
​

Summary
1 - Know about different energy sources
2 - Know about energy production facilities in the UK

The learner will: 
1 - Know about different energy sources
The learner can: 
1.1 Give examples of at least 3 energy sources
1.2 Identify advantages and disadvantages for each identified energy source

The learner will: 
2 - Know about energy production facilities in the UK
The learner can: 
2.1 Give examples of at least 4 different types of power station in the UK
2.2 List potential dangers associated with generating nuclear power


UNIT 23
Working with electrical circuits (D/505/4280) 
​

Summary
1 - Know basic principles of electrical circuits
2 - Know how to use electricity safely
3 - Be able to work with electrical circuits

The learner will: 
1 - Know basic principles of electrical circuits
The learner can: 
1.1 Identify components in a simple circuit diagram
1.2 State the purpose of the components in an electrical circuit
1.3 Describe energy changes taking place in an electrical circuit
1.4 Define key terms used in electrical circuits

The learner will: 
2 - Know how to use electricity safely
The learner can: 
2.1 Identify hazards associated with the use of electricity
2.2 Outline how the risks of using electricity can be reduced

The learner will: 
3 - Be able to work with electrical circuits
The learner can: 
3.1 Build working circuits from simple circuit diagrams
3.2 Measure current and voltage in electrical circuits
3.3 Record results

Riverside College - CRMZ Centre - Kingsway - Widnes
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