ProQual
Level 5
QN: 610/6899/8
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ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Construction Materials Technology
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ProQual. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 440 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 5
Awarding Body
ProQual
Syllabus Units
7 Units
Guided Hours
440 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Advanced Concrete Technology and Mix Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand the design parameters and performance criteria for concrete mixes. 2 Understand the quality and compliance requirements for concrete mixes. 3 Understand production processes and the impact on concrete mix design and execution.4 Understand and apply statistical analysis techniques to evaluate concrete test data. 5 Understand and compare concrete mix types and their applications. 6 Communicate and document concrete mix designs.7 Produce and justify concrete mix specifications.
2
Construction Material Design and Engineering Studies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Describe the properties and behaviour of key construction materials.2 Explain the principles and techniques of soil stabilisation.3 Conduct soil and material classification tests in the laboratory. 4 Conduct laboratory and field testing on construction and stabilised materials.5 Perform in-situ field tests and interpret results.6 Analyse and communicate material test data. 7 Evaluate site-specific factors influencing construction material selection.8 Develop material specifications and test plans for roads and infrastructure. 9 Describe military infrastructure design and material performance considerations.
3
Geotechnical Testing and Advanced Assessments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Establish and interpret chemical analysis of soils and aggregates.2 Conduct and report laboratory permeability, consolidation, and compressibility tests.3 Determine soil shear strength using field and laboratory testing. 4 Conduct and interpret in-situ permeability and groundwater testing.5 Carry out in-situ ground bearing capacity testing.6 Perform and report Standard Penetration Tests (SPT). 7 Apply advanced geotechnical testing methods for complex site conditions.
4
Ground Investigation and Contamination Assessment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand the principles and planning of ground investigation.2 Carry out intrusive sampling and ground profiling activities.3 Apply in-situ field testing techniques for site characterisation. 4 Assess the engineering suitability of in-situ materials.5 Conduct ground contamination investigations.6 Apply detailed techniques to investigate contaminated land and groundwater.7 Interpret and report ground investigation and contamination data.
5
Operation, Testing and Maintenance of CMT Equipment and Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand and identify specialist equipment and consumables used in construction and geotechnical testing. 2 Understand how to establish the configuration and operational systems of mechanical drilling rigs and trailers.3 Maintain and inspect drilling rigs and associated equipment in accordance with operational requirements.4 Set up and operate drilling rigs for soil and rock sampling operations.5 Apply drilling techniques to extract and sample soil and rock materials. 6 Record and report technical data from drilling operations. 7 Operate
- maintain, and interpret data from HWD pavement testing systems.
6
Planning and Managing CMT Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand project and contract management principles in a military construction context.2 Apply mathematical techniques to support technical planning and decision-making in CMT operations.3 Utilise digital tools and documentation systems to plan and manage CMT operations effectively.4 Apply supervisory and leadership skills to manage personnel, timelines, and quality in CMT projects.5 Manage and supervise CMT laboratory operations and personnel within health, safety and professional boundaries.
7
Quality Control and Engineering in CMT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand and apply the requirements, principles and standards for quality control.2 Apply quality control procedures in material testing and site operations.3 Establish appropriate methods for reporting geotechnical and material test data. 4 Identity and interpret the key components of technical reports in ground investigation and material testing. 5 Produce technical reports based on ground investigation data.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/6899/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ProQual
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jan 2026