The Higher National Certificate in Construction is designed to develop the students knowledge, understanding and skills required for successful employment or progression to an undergraduate degree. Learners receive initial guidance on how to identify, locate and use material available in the Library and Resource Based Learning centre. Reading lists are provided to students during the introduction of each module of the course.The qualification has been designed to meet the major functions in construction industry The course is designed to meet the following aims:To contribute to widening participation in education within the region.To provide a foundation in higher education for a range of careers in the appropriate field.To develop confidence and self-esteem among mature learners.To enable learners to make a contribution in employment.To provide flexible and challenging curricula as a basis for future studies and career development.To provide an educational experience to enable learners to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the subjects.To develop learners abilities by utilising the knowledge and applying the skills they have acquired in the programme.To meet the demand of learners for progression from further to higher education.To use student and employer feedback to influence continuous improvement of all programmes.To provide a nationally recognised qualification relevant to the learners career aspirations.To develop and enhance lifelong learning skills.
Name: Construction BTEC HNC Level 4 Qualification title: BTEC HNC Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Testing the students knowledge together with the application of that knowledge is through a combination of assessment methods, including essays and reports, presentations, tutorial exercises and group work. Some practical is included as specified in some units and help the student develop kinaesthetic skills.Students are encouraged to develop a range of transferable skills including:Self-Management and developmentManage group dynamics and team workCommunicate and present to different audiencesManage tasks and solve problemsNumeracy and literacy skills Apply Design and CreativityThe variety of assessment methods used are designed to place emphasis on the students ability to demonstrate the following cognitive skills:Reason criticallyIdentify and solve problemsAnalyse and interpretApplication of theoretical conceptsThe student is required to demonstrate these skills a number of times throughout the programme either individually or collectively. Students need to be aware that the development of these skills will be beneficial in terms of achieving Merit and Distinction grades in other modules studied. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150908 09:31:22 Updated 20150908 09:31:22
You will need to provide your own safety boots and hi viz for site visits, we also recommend a memory stick and access to a P.C . Your tutor will advise you of any other materials and stationery you will need to provide. Equipment required You will need to provide your own safety boots and hi viz for site visits, we also recommend a memory stick and access to a P.C . Your tutor will advise you of any other materials and stationery you will need to provide.
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Title: BTEC HNC Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (QCF) Qualification: BTEC HNC Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (QCF) Classification: Construction, Planning and the Built Environment