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1 citb.co.uk/training National Construction College 2014 Course Programme Your local training provider

2 CITB your local construction training provider As the training arm of CITB, the National Construction College is uniquely focused on creating a highly skilled, safe and professional workforce. We have seven regional campus locations with specialist facilities, such as scaffolding, plant and roofing, plus a unique purpose-built tunnelling and underground construction facility in Ilford. We also deliver most of our health and safety, leadership, and training and assessment courses locally or on site across the UK. All of our instructors have valuable industry experience and we can offer free professional advice on finding the right training for your company including tailor-made training packages and in-house delivery.

3 Contents You will receive top quality training and gain valuable industry expertise. Our promise to you is to deliver a workforce that is skilled, confident and has practical experience, ensuring that you get a maximum return on investment. Andy Walder, Director, National Construction College l Specialist locations... 4 l Your local support team... 5 l Superb facilities... 6 l Who we work with... 7 l In-company and bespoke training... 7 l How to book a course... 8 l Setting the standard... 9 l National Construction College Apprentice Awards l Apprenticeships l Construction Apprenticeships l Specialist Apprenticeships l Plant Apprenticeships l Roofing Apprenticeships l Access Apprenticeships l Tunnelling Apprenticeships l Assessment Services l Construction and Specialist Building l Levelling and Setting Out l Health and Safety l Leadership and Management l Teaching, Instruction and Coaching l Plant Maintenance l Plant Operations l Scaffolding and Access l Sustainability l Tunnelling and Underground Construction l Useful contact numbers l Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Statement of service l Index Contents Please note that course costs and grant information may change. All information is correct at time of going to print. citb.co.uk/training 3

4 Specialist training requires specialist locations That s why we ve developed state of the art, real-life training environments in scaffolding, plant, roofing, tunnelling and underground construction at various locations across the UK. This helps to ensure that trainees can incorporate their learning as soon as they get back on site. National Construction College (East) Bircham Newton, King s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 6RH National Construction College (Midlands) 83 Lifford Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham B30 3JH National Construction College (South) Manor Road, Erith, Kent DA8 2AD Specialist locations Facilities Construction Apprenticeships; Specialist Apprenticeships; Plant Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist Building; Health and Safety; Leadership and Management; Plant Maintenance; Scaffolding and Access; Levelling and Setting Out. Telephone: Fax: nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk Parking: On site parking Travelling times 1 hour 30 minutes from Peterborough 2 hours from Cambridge 3 hours from London National Construction College (Scotland) 4 Fountain Avenue, Inchinnan Business Park, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire PA4 9RQ Facilities Construction Apprenticeships; Roofing Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist Building; Health and Safety; Scaffolding and Access. Telephone: Fax: nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk Parking: Limited parking Travelling times 15 minutes from Birmingham 25 minutes from Bromsgrove 40 minutes from Coventry National Construction College (Central) in association with JCB Ladyhole Lane, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1LR Facilities Roofing Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist Building; Scaffolding and Access. Telephone: Fax: nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk Parking: On site parking Travelling times 15 minutes from Dartford 45 minutes from Central London 1 hour and 15 minutes from Watford Tunnelling and Underground Construction Academy (TUCA) Lugg Approach, Ilford, London E12 5LN Facilities Construction Apprenticeships; Specialist Apprenticeships; Plant Apprenticeships; Roofing Apprenticeships; Leadership and Management; Plant Maintenance; Scaffolding and Access; Levelling and Setting Out. Telephone: Fax: nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk Parking: On site parking Travelling times 20 minutes from Glasgow 50 minutes from Stirling 1 hour 20 minutes from Edinburgh Facilities Plant Operations. Telephone: / Fax: nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk Parking: On site parking Travelling times 20 minutes from Derby 1 hour from Nottingham 1 hour 15 minutes from Birmingham Facilities Tunnelling; Plant Maintenance. Telephone: Website: tuca.ac.uk tuca.supportservices@citb.co.uk Parking: Disabled parking only, no on site parking available. Travelling times 15 minutes from Romford 25 minutes from Central London 25 minutes from Waltham Abbey 4 citb.co.uk/training

5 National Construction College (Waltham Forest) Hollydown Way, Leytonstone, London E11 4DD Facilities Plant Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist Building; Health and Safety; Scaffolding and Access. Telephone: Fax: Parking: Limited parking Travelling times 25 minutes from Central London 45 minutes from Watford 45 minutes from St Albans Coleg Menai Coleg Menai, Lon Talwrn, Llangefni LL77 7HY Telephone: Travelling times 25 minutes from Caernarfon 30 minutes from Bangor 35 minutes from Conwy In addition to our fixed campuses, we have a variety of flexible locations to deliver your training. We also deliver courses at this location. l NCC Scotland Coleg Menai l l NCC Central l NCC Midlands Your local support team Our UK-wide team of Senior Training Co-ordinators (STCs) can support and advise businesses wishing to make multiple bookings or organise their own in-company or bespoke training. The team can assist with providing advice and guidance linked to the development and delivery of training plans and give advice in relation to funding that may be available to help offset costs. l NCC East TUCA NCC Waltham Forest l l l NCC South l l l l l l l l l North West and North Wales region Please contact us on , so that we can put you in touch with your nearest Senior Training Co-ordinator. Midlands region Jo Bowditch Jo.Bowditch@citb.co.uk South West and South Wales region Kate Parkinson Kate.Parkinson@citb.co.uk South Central region Please contact us on , so that we can put you in touch with your nearest Senior Training Co-ordinator. Scotland John Bissett John.Bissett@citb.co.uk Yorkshire, Humber and North East region Karen Froggatt Karen.Froggatt@citb.co.uk North Midlands region Andrea Russell Andrea.Russell@citb.co.uk East region Andrea Lorking Andrea.Lorking@citb.co.uk London and South East region Please contact us on , so that we can put you in touch with your nearest Senior Training Co-ordinator. Your local support team citb.co.uk/training 5

6 Superb facilities Superb facilities Uniquely at the National Construction College, as well as our own outstanding real life training environments, we also have excellent accommodation and facilities for you. The National Construction College at Bircham Newton, King s Lynn, offers a range of en-suite bedrooms with a colour TV in every room. You can also enjoy our campus dining facilities including a restaurant for main meals, as well as a Costa Coffee offering pastries and paninis along with a variety of coffees and other beverages. There is a bar, swimming pool and a fully equipped gym on the campus along with a superb conference facility, The Birches, offering meeting rooms and conference suites. Our instructors Our instructors are all construction experts with years of work experience in the industry. They are all extremely well qualified, with excellent teaching credentials and are dedicated to providing you with the best training, to continue to deliver the skilled workforce that is vital to our industry, both now and in the future. 6 citb.co.uk/training

7 Who we work with At CITB we work with thousands of employers every year, ranging from small companies through to large multi-nationals. Here are just some of the organisations who benefit from our products and services: In-company and bespoke training We can provide training at your company s premises or at any location of your choice for a selection of courses. We also offer tailored courses covering everything from general construction through to health and safety. We work closely with you to identify your needs and produce a bespoke training programme which will ensure that you get the maximum return on your investment. We provide training for all levels, from apprentices through to senior managers. Our Leadership and Management Diagnostic Tool will enable us to identify which management and supervisory skills you need. Please call us on to discuss your requirements. Who we work with and bespoke training citb.co.uk/training 7

8 How to book a course How to book a course Online Our website citb.co.uk/training provides the latest information on course dates and special offers. Most of our courses can be booked directly online. By phone For detailed information on CITB training courses provided by the National Construction College and to book a course, call us on General enquiries We are also able to offer training advice and guidance on the best options to meet your training needs, based on your personal circumstances. Our friendly team of advisers are available (with the exception of Bank Holidays): Monday to Thursday from 8.45am 5pm Friday from 9am 4pm A telephone answering service is available outside these hours. Enquiries can also be made by ing us at nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk 8 citb.co.uk/training

9 Setting the standard CITB and the National Construction College have received a wide range of industry certifications and awards, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high standards. National Construction College awards include: ISO 9001:2008 Business Management System Certification British Safety Council (2005, 2012 and 2013) - Five Star Award for Health and Safety Management* - Sword of Honour for Health and Safety Management Matrix Standard Certification for Information Advice and Guidance OHSAS 18001:2007 Health and Safety Management System Certification ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Certification Recognised for Excellence Equality and Diversity Award Investors In People. *By achieving a mark of 98 per cent in the British Safety Council (BSC) Five Star Health and Safety Audit, the National Construction College Scotland gained one of the highest ever scores for this internationally recognised award. Membership We are members of the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) and of the Association of Colleges (AoC). Setting the standard citb.co.uk/training 9

10 National Construction College Apprentice Awards NCC Apprentice Awards The National Construction College is proud to be recognised as the leading training provider for specialist construction. It continues to be the largest training provider of its kind in Europe supporting over 26,000 individuals every year including over 700 apprentices, and enjoying achievement rates well above the national average. Each year, at our annual Apprentice Awards ceremonies, we celebrate the success of those apprentices who have made an outstanding contribution to their studies and have demonstrated a real commitment to kick-starting their successful careers in the construction sector. It is these outstanding individuals who join our highly experienced members of staff in making the National Construction College such a fantastic place, both to learn and work, each and every day. 10 citb.co.uk/training

11 Apprentices represent the future, both for individual companies and for the construction industry as a whole. There is no better way to bring in the skills that help secure new contracts for your business. The National Construction College is working hard to provide the highest standard of training for apprentices. In 2012/2013 CITB Managing Agency Apprenticeships were awarded an Ofsted rating of Outstanding. Apprenticeships Before applying to the National Construction College If you make an Apprenticeship application to the Skills Funding Agency, please be aware that only applicants aged between who have not been placed on a training scheme before can be guaranteed full funding for their Apprenticeship. Employers must be aware that they may have to make a contribution towards the Apprenticeship, if the application is for those aged who have had training before, or for those aged over 18. Courses may be available at: NCC East King s Lynn NCC Midlands Birmingham NCC Waltham Forest London NCC Scotland Inchinnan TUCA Ilford, London. For detailed information about the locations please turn to the map on page 5. citb.co.uk/training 11

12 Construction Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Year 1 The standard course is 19 weeks of training. The extended course is 27 weeks of training. Years 2 and 3 Employer-based work experience with assessment for the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations, carried out by the National Construction College. Civil Engineering Technician This course has been designed in close consultation with industry and aims to prepare apprentices to become responsible and skilled workers within civil engineering. A civil engineering technician s key function is to be the link between engineers, the management team and operatives on a construction site. The Apprenticeship will provide the skills needed in the role for setting out, quality control and checking and reporting on progress. Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics English. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Safe use of ladders Manual handling. Practical training Safe working practices in construction Managing excavation, plant and piling Laying domestic and large diameter drainage Levelling and setting out Mathematics for civil engineers Carrying out pre-pour inspection and testing of concrete The planning and design process and environmental considerations CAD Project management Surveying Sustainable construction Science and materials. Minimum of four GCSEs at grades A*-C or equivalent (to include Maths, a science subject and English). All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise and to attend the college to complete a Maths test. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in group tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical test An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit) Online multiple choice assessment test. BTEC Diploma Level 3 Construction and Built Environment Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Level 2 Functional Skills Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within construction. Further qualifications include a Foundation Degree, a Higher National Diploma (HND) or a Civil Engineering Degree. 12 citb.co.uk/training

13 Formwork Grant Up to 10,250 This course has been designed in close consultation with industry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety of skills that will prepare the apprentices to work competently on site. Formwork is an essential component of the reinforced concrete construction process. It is the term given to either temporary or permanent moulds into which concrete or similar materials are poured to form the elements required to complete a structure. This Apprenticeship will provide the necessary skills to fabricate, set out and erect formwork structures using a range of materials and proprietary systems in the construction site environment. Functional skills Mathematics English. An induction programme Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Safe use of ladders Manual handling Safe use of small tools and equipment. Practical training Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings Principles of setting out Fabricate and repair wooden and system formwork Erect and strike wooden and system formwork Erect and strike crane handled formwork Concrete (mixes, volumes and placing) Slinger/signaller MEWPs Harness training Leading edge. Construction Diploma This course includes apprentice training in Construction Technology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of both skills and knowledge of the construction industry and will include training in: Interpreting information Estimating resources Basic building methods Building elements Building materials. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical test An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit) Online multiple choice assessment test at the end of the training course. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Formwork Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Formwork Occupations Level 1 Functional Skills Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and safety, along with other industry-specific subjects. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within the formwork sector. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Formwork and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. Duration An 18 month programme incorporating 20 weeks off-the-job training at the National Construction College. Periods between college training are spent on site with the apprentice s employer developing skills and experience, whilst producing evidence for completing the NVQ/SVQ qualification. Construction Apprenticeships citb.co.uk/training 13

14 Steelfixing Construction Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Duration Up to two year training programme incorporating 13 weeks of off-the-job training at the National Construction College. Periods between college training are spent on site with the apprentice s employer developing skills and experience, whilst producing evidence for completing the NVQ qualification. This course has been designed in close consultation with industry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety of skills that will prepare the apprentices to work competently on site. Reinforced steel is an essential component of the reinforced concrete construction process. Steelfixing is the term given to the construction of steel cages that are embedded within the concrete to give it structural strength. This Apprenticeship trade is generally associated with civil engineering i.e. the construction of roads, bridges, power stations etc. Functional skills Mathematics English. An induction programme Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Safe use of ladders Manual handling Safe use of small tools and equipment. Practical training Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings Principles of setting out Types of ties and their application - Interpretation of 3D drawings - In-situ and pre-cast applications - Bar cutting and bending Appreciation of slinger/signaller Appreciation of MEWPs Appreciation of harness training Appreciation of leading edge. Construction Diploma This course includes apprentice training in Construction Technology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of both skills and knowledge of the construction industry and will include training in: Interpreting information Estimating resources Basic building methods Building elements Building materials. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshopbased practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical test An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit) Online multiple choice assessment test at the end of the training course. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Steelfixing Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Steelfixing Occupations Level 1 Functional Skills Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and safety, along with other industry-specific subjects. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within the civil engineering sector. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. 14 citb.co.uk/training

15 General Construction This course has been designed in consultation with the industry and covers subjects that are essential to today s construction sites. A general construction operative needs to have a good understanding of the construction/civil engineering process. This includes knowledge of setting out for groundworks including kerb-laying and paving as well as drainage, laying and testing. Apprentices must also be able to understand and carry out all aspects of concreting, from the testing of fresh concrete to laying and finishing. Functional skills Mathematics English. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Safe use of ladders Manual handling Safe use of small tools and equipment. Practical training Installing drainage and service ducts Basic concreting Erecting and dismantling a basic working platform Setting out Block paving Kerbing Steelfixing Formwork Excavation support. Construction Diploma The course includes apprentice training in Construction Technology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of both skills and knowledge of the construction industry and will include training in: Interpreting information Estimating resources Basic building methods Building elements. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and simulated site activities. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical test An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit) Online multiple choice assessment test at the end of the training course. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Construction Operations Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Operations Level 1 Functional Skills Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within construction. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. Grant Up to 10,250 Duration Up to two year training programme incorporating 16 weeks at college*. The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience, with assessment for the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by the National Construction College. Please contact us for further details. *Duration may vary by nation. Construction Apprenticeships citb.co.uk/training 15

16 Highway Maintenance Construction Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Duration Up to two year training programme incorporating 16 weeks at college*. The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience, with assessment for the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by the National Construction College. Please contact us for further details. *Duration may vary by nation. This course has been designed in consultation with industry to prepare apprentices to become skilled workers in this specialised field. It provides individuals with the skills to build, maintain and repair public highways and footpaths. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Safe use of ladders Manual handling Safe use of small plant. Practical training Establishing work area protection Segregation of highway works Locating and protecting utilities in the highway Excavations Reinstatement of highways. Construction Diploma This course includes apprentice training in Construction Technology. This area of training aims to provide apprentices with a wider base of both skills and knowledge of the construction industry and will include training in: Interpreting information Estimating resources Basic building methods Building elements Building materials. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical challenge Online multiple choice assessment test. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Highway Maintenance Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Level 1 Functional Skills Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and safety, along with other industry-specific subjects. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within construction. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. 16 citb.co.uk/training

17 Interior Systems Suspended Ceiling Fixing, Partition Fixing and Drylining This course has been designed in close consultation with the interior systems sector to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety of industry skills that will prepare apprentices for further career progression and to work competently on site. Functional skills Mathematics English. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Manual handling Mobile towers. Practical training Hand and power tools Interpreting information Principles of setting out Suspended ceiling systems Cavity barriers Demountable partitions Drylining partition systems Drylining and encasements Drylining finishing Raised access flooring. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) Site visits (via an assessor) A synoptic practical test An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit) Online multiple choice assessment test. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Drylining Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Interior Systems Drylining Level 2 Construction Diploma in Interior Systems (Ceiling Fixing/Relocatable Partitions) Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Interior Systems (Ceiling Fixing/Relocatable Partitions) Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within the interior systems sector. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. Grant Up to 10,250 Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 17 weeks at the National Construction College.* The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience, with assessment for the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by the National Construction College. Please contact us for further details. *Duration may vary by nation. Specialist Apprenticeships citb.co.uk/training 17

18 Plant Maintenance Plant Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Year 1 16 week duration in four blocks Year 2 9 week duration in three blocks Year 3 7 weeks at the National Construction College for those eligible to progress to Level 3. Total 32 weeks. Periods between college training are spent on site with the apprentice s employer, developing work-based skills and knowledge. 18 citb.co.uk/training This Plant Maintenance course has been designed in close consultation with the plant industry and aims to give apprentices a wide range of engineering knowledge and understanding beyond that required to achieve an NVQ/SVQ qualification. It covers subjects from bench fitting and basic engineering skills to the latest technological advancements in electro-hydraulics and computerised control systems. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Manual handling. Practical training All of the Plant Maintenance Apprenticeship courses follow a proven format, covering basic engineering subjects common to all plant maintenance disciplines. Further specific training and equipment is utilised as relevant to the role the apprentice will follow within the company. Subjects common to all disciplines: Bench fitting/engineering skills/technical drawing Materials and measurements Servicing techniques and procedures Basic electrics Braking systems Lifting equipment and procedures Fuels/lubricants/consumables Welding/brazing/soldering CI and SI power units and associated systems IT/communication skills Multi-cylinder power units Transmissions Hydraulics Air brake systems Steering and suspension systems Tracks/wheels/tyres Auxiliary plant Compressors, air tools and pneumatics Electro-hydraulics Basic electronics Engine management/computerised control Testing and diagnostic procedures Functional and operating procedures AC electrical systems Electrical safety testing (PAT). The recommended entry qualifications are four GCSEs at grade D or higher. However, all candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course) Online multiple choice assessment test. Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Plant Maintenance Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. Further qualifications include the Advanced Apprenticeship in Plant Maintenance, the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Plant Maintenance and the Level 2 Functional Skills Advanced certificate.

19 Plant Operation Civil Engineering Plant and Construction Plant This course sets out to produce plant operators trained to operate a specific range of machines. During their training at the college, apprentices gain a good understanding of the activities, techniques and procedures relating to plant operations including training in servicing and basic maintenance. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness. Practical training for Civil Engineering Plant Crawler tractor 360 excavator Dump truck Wheeled loading shovel. Training covers a selection of the following as appropriate to the apprentice s chosen trade: Operating specialised plant and machinery to performance requirements, including: - lifting and transferring plant - extracting and excavating plant - construction and formation plant Transporting and discharging bulk material loads Extracting and excavating materials Lifting, transferring and positioning loads Distributing, layering and consolidating materials. Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Civil Engineering)* Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator Card Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. Practical training for Construction Plant 180 digger loader 360 excavator below 10T Forward tipping dumper Telescopic handler. Training covers a selection of the following as appropriate to the apprentice s chosen trade: Operating specialised plant and machinery to performance requirements, including: - lifting and transferring plant - extracting and excavating plant - construction and formation plant Transporting and discharging bulk material loads Extracting and excavating materials Lifting, transferring and positioning loads Distributing, layering and consolidating materials. Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)* Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator Card Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights. *The college assessment team will track apprentices on site for the first category of plant as selected by the employer for conversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and practical training. Assessments will take place via: Theory and practical assessments A site visit (via an assessor). Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. Assessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is available through the National Construction College details will be provided during attendance at college. Grant Up to 10,250 Year 1 12 weeks training plus testing. Year 2 Employer-based work experience with assessment for the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations, carried out by the National Construction College. Plant Apprenticeships citb.co.uk/training 19

20 Crane Operation Plant Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Year 1 12 weeks training plus testing. Year 2 Employer-based work experience with assessment for the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations, carried out by the National Construction College. This course has been designed in close consultation with the crane industry and sets out to produce crane operators trained to operate a specific range of machines. They are also taught the duties and responsibilities of an appointed person, how to conduct risk assessments and how to produce method statements. During training, apprentices learn how to safely and efficiently operate a variety of cranes in addition to learning basic maintenance and checks. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness. Practical training any four of the following: Crawler crane Tower crane Truck-mounted crane Lorry loader Telescopic handler Slinger/signaller Crane erection. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and practical training. Assessments will take place via: Theory and practical assessments A site visit (via an assessor). Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)* Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator Card Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. *The college assessment team will track apprentices on site for the first category of plant as selected by the employer for conversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. Assessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is available through the National Construction College details will be provided during attendance at college. 20 citb.co.uk/training

21 Demolition Plant Operation This course has been designed in close consultation with the demolition industry. It sets out to offer demolition plant operatives an appreciation of all aspects of demolition. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness. Practical training Safety awareness as a demolition specification Introduction to the industry Hand tools Pneumatic tools Safety and maintenance small plant and tools Oxy-Acetylene/propane cutting Abrasive wheels Working at height harnesses Scaffolding practical and appreciation Fencing and temporary guarding Telescopic handler Confined spaces Slinger/signaller Forward tipping dumper Mobile Elevating Working Platforms (MEWPs) scissor and boom Dump truck 360º hydraulic excavator Skid steer loader Wheeled loading shovel Attachments. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and practical training. Assessments will take place via: Theory and practical assessments A site visit (via an assessor). Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)* Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator Card Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. *The college assessment team will track apprentices on site for the first category of plant as selected by the employer for conversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. Assessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is available through the National Construction College details will be provided during attendance at college. Grant Up to 10,250 Year 1 12 weeks training plus testing. Year 2 Employer-based work experience with assessment for the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations, carried out by the National Construction College. Plant Apprenticeships citb.co.uk/training 21

22 Built-up Felt Roofing Roofing Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 23 weeks at the National Construction College.* The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience, with assessment for the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by the National Construction College. Please contact us for further details. *Duration may vary by nation. This course has been designed in close consultation with the roofing industry. It provides training and assessment in bitumen, roofing felts, surfacing and insulation materials, tools and equipment, regulations and standards, together with the practical and theoretical knowledge required to achieve the Built-up Felt Roofing framework. This provides apprentices with the skills they need to excel in this specialist trade. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Fire fighting Safe use of ladders Manual handling. Practical training Carrying out safe working practices in construction Information, quantities and communicating with others Building methods and construction technology Applying built-up bituminous roofing Preparing decking for built-up bituminous roofing Repairing and maintaining built-up bituminous roofing Preparing background surfaces Preparing materials and components Storing resources ready for use Providing setting out for applied waterproof membranes Repairing surface defects Applying materials to the structural fabric Roll and pour techniques Torch-on techniques Establishing the suitability of the work area and access equipment Contributing to efficient working practices Abrasive wheels. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical challenge An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course) Online multiple choice assessment test. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Built-up Felt Roofing Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Applied Waterproof Membranes (Built-up Felt Roofing) Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and safety, along with other industry specific subjects. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within construction. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations, and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. 22 citb.co.uk/training

23 Roof Sheeting and Cladding This course has been designed in close consultation with the roofing industry and provides training and assessment in single and double skin, as well as factory-assembled composite systems that include flashings, fasteners and fixings. Apprentices learn via practical and theoretical approaches how to cut, shape and fix materials including metal, plastic and cement panels to create walls and roofs. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Fire fighting Safe use of ladders Manual handling. Practical training Carrying out safe working practices in construction Selecting the quantity and quality of resources for construction operations Preparing roof sheeting, cladding materials and components for installation Applying roof sheeting and cladding to the structural fabric Installing rainwater goods Providing setting out for roof sheeting and cladding Storing resources ready for use Knowledge of building methods and construction technology. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshopbased practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical challenge An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course) Online multiple choice assessment test. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Sheeting and Cladding Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and safety, along with other industry-specific subjects. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within construction. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations, and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. Grant Up to 10,250 Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 23 weeks at the National Construction College.* The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience, with assessment for the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by the National Construction College. Please contact us for further details. *Duration may vary by nation. Roofing Apprenticeships citb.co.uk/training 23

24 Roof Slating and Tiling Roofing Apprenticeships Grant Up to 10,250 Year 1 5 x 3 week blocks Year 2 2 x 3 week blocks 2 x 2 week blocks Total 25 weeks Periods between college training are spent on site with the apprentice s employer, developing work-based skills and knowledge. This course has been designed in close consultation with the roofing industry and provides training and assessment in plain tiles, interlocking tiles and cement fibre slates to cover valleys, hips and general areas, together with the practical and theoretical knowledge to achieve the Roof Slating and Tiling framework. Functional skills Mathematics English Communication. An induction programme Employment responsibilities and rights Health and safety Drug and alcohol awareness Mobile towers Fire fighting Safe use of ladders Manual handling. Practical training Carrying out safe working practices in construction Information, quantities and communicating with others Building methods and construction technology Installing single-lap roof coverings to a variable gauge Installing plain tile roof coverings Installing regular sized natural roof slates to standard details Stripping and reclaiming pitched roof coverings Installing roofing backgrounds and components Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs. All candidates will be required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will need to attend the college for further tests. This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshopbased practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews. Assessment will take place via: Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels) A site visit (via an assessor) A synoptic practical challenge An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course) Online multiple choice assessment test. Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Slating and Tiling Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations Level 1 Functional Skills Employment Responsibilities and Rights Personal Learning and Thinking Skills. They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and safety, along with other industry-specific subjects. Apply now Please call for England, for Scotland or for Wales, as we need to confirm some details of the Apprenticeship with you. If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible for funding. This course can lead to further career advancement in design, finance, sales and management within construction. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations, and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision. 24 citb.co.uk/training