- Overview
- Progression and Careers
- Entry Requirements
- Facilities and Services
- Registration and Applying
Overview
For people aiming for a career in dry lining, this course will help you progress towards your goal. It combines practical tasks with theoretical study. Specific units you will study include: Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and Associated Industries; Knowledge of Technical Information, Quantities and Communication with others; and Knowledge of Construction Technology. You will also learn how to Install dry lining encasements, install dry lining partition and Metal Furring Ceiling Systems, finish dry lining joints, and apply a range of finish plasters to plasterboard backgrounds
Aims of the course
To promote high quality learning that meets the demands of the construction industry.
Unit Breakdown
The learner will cover knowledge in three core subject areas:
- Health, safety and welfare
- Information, quantities and communication
- Construction technology.
The Learner will also learn key practical skills and knowledge in:
- Finish dry lining joints
- Install dry lining and encasements
- Install dry lining partition and metal firring ceiling systems
- Apply finishing plasters to plasterboard backgrounds
Assessment Method
Synoptic practical assessments and multiple online exams.
Progression Opportunities
This study programme can lead to a several different paths for further education in dry lining including apprenticeships.
Career Options
Potential job opportunities include self-employment, joining construction companies and working with local authority maintenance teams.
What can I earn as a construction worker? When you're deciding what to study post-16, it's important to think about where your course will lead. As a qualified construction worker you'll be starting on a career path with loads of opportunity for progression ? and a good salary in your sights. For example: Bricklayers start on around £17,000 a year and can earn £27,000 with 3-5 years' experience Plumbers start on around £18,000 a year and can earn £30,000 with 3-5 years' experience Construction supervisors start on around £24,000 a year and can earn £35,000 with 3-4 years' experience
If you're interested in a career in construction, we offer a diverse range of vocational courses that will help you get where you want to go. Thanks to our excellent links with major construction companies, our courses include valuable work experience opportunities, helping to prepare you for your first role in this exciting industry. To find out more go to https://www.lscollege.ac.uk/courses/construction or contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs D-F / or 3-2 (in 2017 GCSEs) Relevant Level 1 qualification with Merit or above Relevant industry experience to Level 1 or above
Facilities
The course is 20% theory (classroom based) and 80% practical (workshop based), plus a minimum of one week's work experience.
Process for Application
To apply please select your chosen start date and location above.
