Construction

Learning in this area covers technical and practical trades, such as plumbing, electrical, general construction and finishing.

Employment opportunities in this sector include practical roles (eg bricklayer, painter, plasterer, carpenter) as well as planning and support roles (eg design and architecture, town planning, surveying, sales).

We found 45 challenges in the Vocational area 'Construction'

Challenge Level NLH
The learner will demonstrate an awareness of the dangers of electricity and be able to operate objects which are mains and battery powered.
WTE1  10
The learner will understand how a circuit powers an electrical object and the importance of staying safe when using electricity.
Entry 1  10
The learner will show that they can use a tenon saw to cut wood safely.
Entry 1  10
The learner will make music and musical instruments out of recyclable items.
WTE1  10
The learner will explore and coactively participate in a range of activities to design and create a playing piece for a noughts and crosses style outdoor game.
WTE1  10
The learner will explore and coactively participate in a range of activities to create a house key hook.
WTE1  10
The learner will experience and coactively participate in a range of painting and decorating sensory careers activities.
WTE1  10
The learner will work in a workshop (or similar environment) to extract wood from discarded pallets using standard DIY tools.
Entry 3  10
The leaner will be able to make a brick wall model by using Teifoc cement and bricks.
WTE1  10
The learner will prepare for and take part in painting a fence, working with others and showing an awareness to good health and safety practices.
Entry 2  10
The learner will learn to recognise different materials.
Entry 1  10
The learner will learn to describe different materials.
Entry 2  10
The learner will to compare objects made from the same materials.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to construct a basic FM radio, follow a schematic diagram, use appropriate tools safely and test the final product.
Level 1  10
The learner will research and create a product to sell.
Entry 3  30
The learner will follow simple step instructions to make a product.
WTE1  30
The learner will develop skills in making choices and following instructions to create a decoupage photo frame.
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to lay concrete correctly.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be introduced to the initial steps in tiling, following a number or colour sequence and have an awareness of the use of a spirit level to ascertain a level horizontal plane.
WTE1  10
The learner will be introduced to the early steps of plumbing, using pipes and joint connectors to demonstrate water flow and to basic health and safety requirements.
WTE1  10