Level Two Building and Construction
Level
National Certificate in Building Construction and Allied Trade Skills
Level 2 - NCEA Level 2 Unit Standards
Entry Requirement
The following is highly recommended:
Student achievement in L1 Hard Materials, or
HOD approval requested where students can demonstrate appropriate prior experience and desire to pursue a career in the building and construction industry.
Cost
Students will be charged for materials used for individual take home projects. Costs may vary depending on the quantity and quality of materials used.
Course Outline
Students will develop knowledge of building practices through the practical application of materials, tools and processes used within the building industry. Projects include Outdoor Furniture and Shed building with onsite construction. First Aid Certificate is offered through this course.
Assessment
Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation, National Certificate in Elementary Construction Skills and Level 2 NCEA Unit Standards.
First Year students will be assessed against:
US 12927
Identify, select, maintain and use hand tools for BCATS projects - 6 credits
US 12932
Construct timber garden furniture and items of basic construction equipment for BCATS project - 8 credits
US 12936
Construct a non-consent timber framed utility building - 8 credits
Students studying this course in their second year will access the following L2 Unit Standards to complete the National Certificate in Elementary Construction Skills.
US 24350
Identify, select, maintain, and use portable power tools for BCATS projects-6 credits
US 24354
Demonstrate knowledge of and apply safe working practices in a BCATS workplace - 4 credits
US 24357
Receive instructions and communicate information in relation to BCATS - 4 credits
US 24358
Plan and monitor the construction of a BCATS project, and quality check the product - 2 credits
Optional:
US 25921 Make a cupboard as a BCATS project - 6 credits
Level 3 BCATS Project
US 29677
Follow safe workplace practices, and contribute to a health and safety culture, in a BCATS environment - 2 Credits
US 29684
Undertake a Stage 3 BCATS project - 12 credits
US 29682
Select, use, and maintain tools, equipment and machinery for a Stage 3 BCATS project - 4 Credits
Where Does It Lead
This course is designed to provide career-related training in the construction and building industry