| Subject: | Construction |
| Subject Overview:
This is a vocational subject which is split into 2 units. The two units are to develop practical skills as well as knowledge of Construction in the Built Environment. Unit 1– introduces the learners to the built environment and provides them the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and understanding in identifying, explaining and evaluating different ideas and concepts of the built environment. Learners will explore a range of profession and trade roles, and some of the different structures and buildings of the built environment. An on-screen exam will take place in the summer of Year 11. (1 hour 30 mins exam worth a total of 40% of the qualification) Unit 3– offers learners the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of three construction trade areas of the built environment, including planning, undertaking and evaluating construction tasks. The assessment for this unit is an in class controlled assessment consisting of 30 hours. (60% of the qualification) |
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| Constructing the Built Environment | |||
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| Autumn Term: | Unit 1- Theory
Unit 3- Joinery, Tiling or Electrical module |
Unit 3 – controlled assessment released by exam board | |
| Spring Term: | Unit 1 – Theory
Unit 3 – Joinery, Tiling or Electrical module |
Unit 3 – controlled assessment released by exam board
Unit 1 revision |
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| Summer Term: | Unit 1 – Theory
Unit 3 – Joinery, Tiling or Electrical module Unit 3 – controlled assessment released by exam board |
Unit 1 revision
Exam Summer term |
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