All students will develop a general understanding of construction, including:
- Health and safety
- The science behind building design, surveying and planning
- Making accurate and appropriate measurements
- Construction methods
- Building regulations and standards
- Data management and information standards in construction
- Relationship management and customer service
- How the Internet of Things (IoT) impacts construction
- Digital engineering techniques
- Mathematical techniques to solve construction problems
- Construction design principles and processes
- The construction industry and its role in the economy
- Sustainability and the environmental impact of construction
- Business, commerce and corporate social responsibility
They will also learn about topics specific to building services engineering, including:
- Building technology principles
- Building services engineering systems
- Maintenance principles
- Tools, equipment and materials
In addition to the core content, each student must choose one of the following specialisms:
- Electrical and electronic equipment engineering
- Electrotechnical engineering
- Gas engineering
- Protection systems engineering
- Plumbing and heating engineering
- Heating engineering and ventilation
- Refrigeration engineering and air conditioning engineering
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Entry requirements
5 x GCSEs grade 9-4 (grade A- C) including English and Maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification at merit or above.
Students with 4 x GCSEs grade 9-4 (grade A- C) including English and maths should apply and will be interviewed. -
Who is the course for?
This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-19-years old who wish to work within the Building Services Engineering Industry.
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Study methods
Through a mixture of lectures, discussions, group and pair work, practical demonstrations, role play and work experience. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study outside of timetabled classes. You will also undertake 9 WEEKS (45 days) minimum working with an employer on an industry placement
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How is the course assessed?
Learners must complete: Two externally set exams covering knowledge from the building services engineering core (component 350).
The exams provide sufficient sampling of the content and consist of a mixture of short answer questions (SAQs), some of which will be structured, and extended response. The balance of questions in assessing across assessment objectives (AOs) 1, 2 and 3 will allow for the appropriate differentiation of learners to support the reliable setting of boundaries.
One employer-set project covering knowledge and skills from the building services engineering core (component 350). The employer-set project will consist of a well-defined, real industry-style brief. The brief will be complex and non-routine, and will require the use of relevant maths, English and digital skills. The brief will provide a valid context for the Level 3 learner to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the core content and their core skills to solve occupationally relevant situations and/or problems.
Plus two occupational specialisms from (351 & 358) or (355 & 359) or (356 & 355) or one occupational specialism from (353) or (354) or (357) or (352). -
More information
For further information, please contact our Information, Advice and Guidance team on 020 8909 6000 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in areas such as electric installation and maintenance, plumbing or heating. Students can progress into roles such as:
- Engineering construction craftworker
- Engineering construction technician
- Engineering maintenance technician
- Security systems installer
- Heating and ventilation engineer
- Refrigeration and air conditioning installer
- Building services engineer
- Smart meter installer
- Domestic appliance service engineer
- Electrical engineering technician
- Gas service technician
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Pipe fitter
- Engineering construction craftworker
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Where Next – Further Studies
You could progress onto an apprenticeship or Higher Education as this course carries UCAS points.
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How to apply
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OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
