L1BCON01

Level 1 Building and Construction

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Watts.

A heavily practical course giving Learners a strong beginning knowledge of; safe working, tools, machine operation and construction materials. The majority of lessons will be workshop based, undertaking between three to four major projects. Theory work is based on the BCITO (Building, Construction Industry Training Organisation) learning program for learners to gain theoretical and practical skills in Building and allied fields. Learners undertake theory work based on Unit standards and learn to work safely, and use materials to their strengths. Skills are also learned in communication, literacy, maths, quality standards, workshop procedures, freehand sketching, job specifications, health and safety.

Topics Covered:

- Demonstrate knowledge of and apply safe working practices in a BCATS work environment.

- Demonstrate knowledge of construction and manufacturing materials used in BCATS projects.

- Workshop Procedures and Processes 

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 10 Materials Technology is an advantage

Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)

$ 120 to cover the cost of construction materials. Learners will need to purchase a set of Builders pencils, pens and pencil case

Pathway

Course Skills

Assessment Information

Please note that the standard credit totals displayed below as well as the standard descriptions are subject to change before the start of 2024 due to the upcoming NCEA Level 1 changes.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 14 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 24352 v3
NZQA Info
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe working practices and use PPE during the construction of a BCATS project
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24355 v3
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of construction and manufacturing materials used in BCATS projects
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24356 v3
NZQA Info
Apply elementary procedures and processes for a BCATS project
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 8
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 14
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer,  limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.