NOCN
    Level 3
    QN: 600/8604/X
    Curriculum Active

    NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry (Construction)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 916 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Syllabus Units
    8 Units
    Guided Hours
    916 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Analysing technical information, quantities and communication with others

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to produce different types of drawings and information in the construction industry.
    • Know how to estimate quantities and price work for contracts.
    • Know how to ensure good working practices.
    2

    Analysing the construction industry and built environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the different activities undertaken with the construction industry and built environment.
    • Understand the different roles and responsibilities undertaken within the construction industry and built environment.
    • Understand the physical and environmental factors when undertaking a construction project.
    • Understand how construction projects can benefit the built environment.
    • Understand the principles of sustainability within the construction industry and built environment.
    3

    Carry out first fixing operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare for first fixing operations.
    • Be able to prepare for first fixing operations.
    • Know how to install timber frames and linings.
    • Be able to install timber frames and linings.
    • Know how to install timber floor coverings and flat roof decking.
    • Be able to install timber floor coverings and flat roof decking.
    • Know how to erect timber stud partitions.
    • Be able to erect timber stud partitions.
    • Know how to install straight flights of stairs and handrails.
    • Be able to install straight flights of stairs and handrails.
    4

    Carry out second fixing operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare for second fixing operations.
    • Be able to prepare for second fixing operations.
    • Know how to install service encasements and cladding.
    • Be able to install service encasements and cladding.
    • Know how to install wall units, floor units and fitments.
    • Be able to install wall units, floor units and fitments.
    • Know how to install side hung doors.
    • Be able to install side hung doors and associated ironmongery.
    • Know how to install timber mouldings.
    • Be able to install timber mouldings.
    5

    Erect complex structural carcassing components

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare for erecting structural carcassing components.
    • Be able to prepare for erecting structural carcassing components.
    • Know how to erect trussed rafter roofs.
    • Be able to erect trussed rafter roofs.
    • Know how to construct verge and eaves finishes.
    • Be able to construct verge and eaves finishes.
    • Know how to form dormer windows and roofs.
    • Be able to form dormer windows.
    • Know how to construct traditional cut roofs with hips and valleys.
    • Be able to construct traditional cut roofs with hips and valleys.
    6

    Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the health and safety regulations, roles and responsibilities.
    • Know the accident and emergency procedures and how to report them.
    • Know how to identify hazards on construction sites.
    • Know about health and hygiene in a construction environment.
    • Know how to handle and store materials and equipment safely.
    • Know about basic working platforms and access equipment.
    • Know how to work safely around electricity in a construction environment.
    • Know how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly.
    • Know the fire and emergency procedures.
    • Know about signs and safety notices.
    7

    Install and maintain non-structural and structural components

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare for installing and maintaining non-structural and structural components.
    • Be able to prepare for installing and maintaining non-structural and structural components.
    • Know how to install and maintain structural and non - structural components.
    • Be able to install and maintain structural and non - structural components.
    • Know how to install and maintain doors, windows and structural timbers.
    • Be able to install and maintain doors, windows and structural timbers.
    • Know how to replace glazing.
    • Be able to replace glazing.
    • Know how to reinstate surfaces.
    • Be able to reinstate surfaces.
    8

    Set up and operate cutting and shaping machinery

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare for operating cutting and shaping machinery.
    • Be able to prepare for operating cutting and shaping machinery.
    • Know how to set up cutting and shaping machinery.
    • Be able to set up cutting and shaping machinery.
    • Know how to operate cutting and shaping machinery.
    • Be able to operate cutting and shaping machinery.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/8604/X
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Aug 2013

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