Overview
Advanced Carpentry (ST0263) Level 3 ApprenticeshipThis occupation is found in both the new build and refurbishment construction sector. The construction industry is central to creating the homes, schools, hospitals, energy and transport infrastructure society needs. There is growing demand for carpenters and joiners to help meet the need for new homes.
Course information
18 months
Bedford College: Block release 2 weeks
Tresham College Corby: one day a week – Thursday
September and January.
However you may be able to start your apprenticeship within the workplace first
When offered job role and start date agreed with employer.
As soon as Apprentice starts employment. Arrangements will be made to start apprenticeship and college delivery.
- The principles of environment, health, safety and welfare and how they must be applied in relation to their work and to others. e.g. electrical safety, storage of materials, accident & emergency procedures.
- How to communicate and work with others effectively in the workplace.
- The characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with timber and timber-based products and components, such as hardwood, softwood, MDF and other materials.
- The different energy efficiency and sustainable materials for construction.
- Advanced Site Carpenter (ASC) the different types of fixings and fasteners for site carpentry work including their uses
- How to form advanced woodworking joints including the resources required and how to mark out and form advanced woodworking joints.
- How to form products using advanced woodworking joints including splayed and level (horizontal and vertical) joints.
- How to carry out complex first fixing work including how to install complex and non-standard timber frames, linings, floor coverings, flat roof decking, flights of stairs with turns and handrails and how to erect timber stud partitions.
- How to carry out complex second fixing work including how to install service encasements, cladding, bespoke wall and floor units and fitments, side hung doors, ironmongery, timber mouldings, handrails and spindles to stairs with turns.
- How to carry out complex structural carcassing work including how to erect trussed rafter, how to fix verge and eave components, how to install floor joists, how to fit and fix joist coverings, how to form dormer windows to roofs and how to construct traditional cut roofs with hips and valleys.
- Advanced Architectural Joiner (AAJ): the characteristics, quality, uses and limitations of relevant materials including timber, glass, laminates, finishing’s (paint, stains, lacquers).
- The different defects associated with relevant raw materials, the different types of ironmongery products associated with architectural joinery including locks, handles etc.
- Component performance requirements including the U-value and security requirements for doors and windows in accordance with current building and CE marking regulations, the requirements for fire doors in accordance with current building regulations, the requirements for stairs in accordance with current building regulations.
- Advanced architectural joinery technology including the purpose and capabilities of software programmes used for architectural joinery work, how to use CAD to produce drawings and the process for programming, setting up and operating.
- Fire door safety course.
Grade requirements
• Level 2 Functional Skills Maths and English
• GCSE grade 4 and above Maths and English
Other requirements
• Level 1 Equivalent or Grade 3 and above Maths and English
- Learning a variety of skills to enable the apprentice to be able to develop and complete their Apprenticeship and EPA
- 20% off the job training
- College attendance
- Regular 10/12/week Meetings with Training Coordinator and Apprentice to discuss progress and set SMART targets throughout apprenticeships
Career progression:
On completion of this standard, apprentice will progress to a wide range of employment opportunities, or move onto full or part-time further education. The achievement of this standard will meet the requirement of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) ‘Advanced Skilled Worker’ standard, which is widely recognised as a ‘licence to operate’ in a skilled construction trade.
You will need:
- Safety boots
- High vis
- Tools (optional to bring into college)
Study is available at the following campuses:
- Bedford College and Tresham College Corby Campuses
For more information, please visit here:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0263-v1-2
Downloadable PDF
How to apply
To start this Apprenticeship you will need to be employed in a relevant job role – visit the Apprenticeships section of our website, where you can view our Apprenticeship vacancies. For further information or queries you can email us or call 01234 291747.
Apprentices do not have to pay a fee to study, however the employer may be required to pay depending on their Levy entitlement/age of the candidate. For further information call 01234 291747.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
