Course Summary
Supervision of specialist contractors
The control of health and safety standards on construction projects
Recording, control and reporting of progress on a construction project
The minimisation of the environmental impact of construction projects
Control of quality of works on a construction project
Assisting commercial staff with the monitoring of costs on a construction project
Course Content
Health and Safety - Understand risk assessment of activities and the importance of behaviours in safety-critical environments
Sustainability - Understand the sustainability issues in projects across economic, social and environmental aspects Construction
Technology - Understand different construction methods and materials
Construction Management - Understand management principles and the project management lifecycle
Planning and Organising Work - Understand the importance of project planning and resourcing and be able to
analyse different techniques
Monitor Quality -Able to define the quality required on a finished construction project
Monitor costs - Understand the importance of cost control on a construction project
Course Assessment
The EPA consists of 3 discrete assessment methods.
The individual assessment methods will have the following grades:
Assessment method 1: Online test
Assessment method 2: Project
Assessment method 3: Professional discussion
Employer Benefits
Once the apprentice has successfully completed the EPA for this apprenticeship they can gain professional recognition with a professional body such as The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Materials
There are no costs for materials for this apprenticeship, the apprentice will need access to a PC/Laptop either at home or at work to complete any assignments and homework.
Qualifications
Level 4 qualification in Construction and Built Environment (HNC)
Maths and English at Level 2 (if not already attained when entering the apprenticeship)
Progression
There are a range of degree level apprenticeship that a successful apprentice can progress to such as;
Civil Engineering Site Management Level 6
Construction Site Management Level 6
Entry Requirements
Individual employers will determine their own entry requirements, but the typical entry requirements for this Apprenticeship will be five GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths, English and a Science; or a Level 2 Apprenticeship.
