Sessions
Below are the sessions that are available for this course.
Full-Time
Campus: Enniskillen (Tech & Skills)
Week Starting: 06 September 2021
Day: Subject to Timetable
Duration: 2 Year(s)
Number of Weeks: 36
Hours per Week: 15
Total Hours: 540
Fee: N/A
Places Available: 20
Course Coordinator: Conrad.Wheeler@swc.ac.uk
Description
This Level 2 Painting and Decorating qualification is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career within the Construction industry. Thus it is necessary for applicants to be in appropriate employment or work placement. The course supports the Knowledge and Skills development requirements for access at all levels into Painting and Decorating working environment.
Additional Information
You will be required to complete Essential Skills in literacy, Numeracy and ICT at an appropriate level if you do not have do not have a GCSE grade C or Level 2 Essential Skills in English, Maths and Information technology. you will also study broader transferable skills in Employability and Personal and Social Development where appropriate.
Course Content
You will learn the essential practical skills and knowledge necessary to enable you to gain employment in this field. These are covered in a range of practical and theory modules.
Core Modules
Prepare and protect the work and surrounding area, Prepare a range of surfaces - wood, metal and plastering surfaces, apply paint by brush and roller,erect and dismantal access working platforms,prepare for and apply specialist decorative finishes apply stencils,apply paint systems by use of HVLP spray equipment and apply paint systems by the airless spray method.
Assessment Method
There are no formal examinations for this qualification. The course is assessed through a series of competence based assessments within College and the work place.
Progression Opportunities
Achievement of this qualification will enable the learner to follow a career in Painting & Decorating with progression routes up to Level 3 in the trades and beyond.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirement for this qualification, however learners must have the potential to successfully gain the qualification.