T Level Construction Trades, Surveying and Design

This T Level in Construction is suitable for anyone looking to start a career in the construction industry, specifically in surveying and design, civil engineering, building services design

Developed in collaboration with leading employers, this two-year programme offers an excellent alternative to A Levels and Apprenticeships, providing a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge, practical learning and valuable industry experience.

During the two-year course, learners will learn the core knowledge and skills that underpin many jobs in construction. A substantial industry placement with a range of employers will give you a wide understanding of life on a construction site.

Students will learn about the following topics:

• 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 design, surveying and planning, including:

• project management
• budgeting and resource allocation
• procurement
• risk management

The core content is assessed through exams, a practical employer-set project and an occupational specialism assignment.

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and maths

Students can progress into roles such as:

• building technician
• civil engineering technician
• geospatial technician
• surveying technician
• town planning assistant

Students can also use this T Level to do a related higher-level apprenticeship or degree course. Students can progress to the HNC Construction Management at the University Centre Grimsby