City & Guilds
Level 1
QN: 601/0313/9
Curriculum Active
City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate In Construction Skills (Construction Operations)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 230 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Syllabus Units
7 Units
Guided Hours
230 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Introduction to health and safety in construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the importance of health and safety in the construction industry.
- know how to minimise the risk of accidents caused by hazards.
- know safety signs and their categories.
- know Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
2
Introduction to the construction industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know types of construction methods used.
- know sustainable construction.
- know types of activities and job opportunities in the construction industry.
3
Laying block paving
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to prepare for and lay areas of block paving.
- be able to prepare areas to receive block paving.
- be able to set out and lay areas of block paving.
- be able to setup and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
4
Laying paving using slabs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to prepare for and lay short lengths of path using paving slabs.
- be able to prepare an area to receive short lengths of paving slabs.
- be able to lay a short length of footpath on a prepared base.
- be able to setup and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
5
Laying underground domestic drainage
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to prepare, lay and test short lengths of underground domestic drainage
- be able to lay and test short lengths of underground domestic drainage.
- be able to setup and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
6
Mixing and using concrete
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to prepare and mix concrete to be used in moulds.
- be able to prepare moulds to receive concrete.
- be able to mix concrete to cast products.
- be able to setup and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
7
Setting out and laying gravel paths
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to prepare for and lay short lengths path edging.
- be able to prepare areas to lay path edging.
- be able to lay path edging in concrete or timber.
- be able to lay a short length of gravel footpath.
- be able to setup and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/0313/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- City & Guilds
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2013