Gateway Qualifications
Level 3
QN: 603/3438/1
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Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Landscape Construction
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Gateway Qualifications. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 535 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Gateway Qualifications
Syllabus Units
13 Units
Guided Hours
535 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Business Practice and Project Management in the Landscape Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand business practices in landscaping management.2.
- Understand the requirements for setting up and running a business.3.
- Understand the principles of project management.
2
Constructing Landscape Timber Features
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the construction of timber features.2.
- Be able to construct, timber features.3.
- Know how to repair and maintain timber features.
3
Construction of Hard Landscaped Surfaces
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set out hard landscaping works.2.
- Understand the processes involved in excavation for landscaping.3.
- Be able to construct pavements.4.
- Be able to maintain paved surfaces.
4
Design and Construct Living Walls in an Urban Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry out site survey assessment.2.
- Be able to design a living wall.3.
- Be able to construct a living wall.4.
- Carry out planting techniques for living walls.
5
Garden Water Features
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different types of water features and their materials.2. Construct a water feature.3.
- Know how to maintain water features.
6
Landscape Construction Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the operation of landscape construction machinery.2.
- Know how to safely prepare machinery for use.3.
- Be able to safely operate machinery.4.
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance of machinery.
7
Landscape Construction Materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different landscape construction materials and their uses.2.
- Understand sustainability in terms of construction materials.
8
Landscape Surveying and Drawing Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out a survey and analysis of a site for a landscape design.2.
- Be able to set out specified features using a landscape design plan.3.
- Be able to produce detailed construction drawings.
9
Show Build Preparation and Project Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use the garden design plan and develop a set of construction drawings.2.
- Be able to use their project management skills.3.
- Manage the construction of a garden show build.4.
- Record the process and evaluate the success of the project.
10
The Use of Brick Work in Landscaping
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the construction of landscape walls.2.
- Be able to construct landscape walls.3.
- Understand codes of practice and legislation.
11
The Use of Plants in Landscaping
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the trees and shrubs that are suitable for landscaping.2. Plant bare roots trees and containerised woody plants for a landscape site.
12
Using Turf in Landscaping
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out preparation for turfing.2.
- Be able to carry out the installation of turf.3.
- Be able to maintain turf surfaces.
13
Water Management, Drainage and Groundworks in Landscape Construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the legislation and standards for domestic surface water management.2.
- Explain how domestic surface water drainage management systems operates.3.
- Be able to construct a water management system.4.
- Understand the impact of Sustainable Urban Drainage legislation and its impact on landscape construction.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3438/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Gateway Qualifications
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2018