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    Level 4
    QN: 603/7864/5
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    Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction for England

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 420 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 4
    Awarding Body
    Pearson
    Syllabus Units
    7 Units
    Guided Hours
    420 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Building Information Modelling

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Discuss the term Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the context of local, national and global developments in the construction industry.2.
    • Illustrate the key features of Common Data Environment for a given project; in relation to the information producers and information uses.3.
    • Explain the Project Information Model and the Asset Information Model in terms of their use through a project lifecycle.4.
    • Assess the benefits of Building Information Modelling for the stakeholders involved in a building project.
    2

    Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Model and modify common building elements for a given project.2. Generate 2D and 3D views of building model to present key features of a given project.3. Assemble construction information using appropriate views, generated within a BIM application, for a given project.4.
    • Discuss the role of model data in a BIM-enabled project.
    3

    Digital Applications for Construction Information

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Present a package of construction information, including drawings, schedules and specifications for a given construction project.2.
    • Discuss the key types of construction information that may be produced in support of construction projects.3.
    • Demonstrate the use of project standards and their setup within digital applications.4. Generate construction information for a given project using industry-standard digital applications.
    4

    Principles of Alternative Energy

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Present a strategy for a cost-effective upgrade to an existing building, utilising an appropriate form of alternative energy.2.
    • Examine the different contexts that inform the discussions on environmental sustainability.3.
    • Discuss types of alternative energy systems and how they support sustainability.4.
    • Explain the factors that inform the selection of a renewable energy system in relation to a specific installation.
    5

    Principles of Off-site Construction

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Explain the different forms of offsite construction and how they provide potential benefits for building production and delivery.2.
    • Explore the ways that design is influenced by different forms of offsite construction.3.
    • Discuss the benefits of a selected offsite construction method or technology, in relation to efficiency, sustainability and cost of project delivery.4. Present a proposal, for offsite construction of a given building type; highlighting the benefits of the method for quality, efficiency and cost of delivery.
    6

    Tender & Procurement

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Define what constitutes a tender and the information required for this process.2.
    • Explain the procedures and contractual arrangements for tendering.3.
    • Analyse the factors that affect the selection of construction procurement methods.4.
    • Prepare tender documentation for a given project.
    7

    The Construction Environment

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Explore the development of the construction industry through the roles and relationships of the professionals involved.2.
    • Assess the impact of the construction industry.3.
    • Discuss the ways in which the construction industry ensures quality, timely completion and safety.4.
    • Examine the routes to employment and progression within the construction industry.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/7864/5
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    Pearson
    Qualification Type
    Other Vocational Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2023