13CON - Construction* -NCEA Level 3
13CON Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr M. Ali, Mrs R. Winn.
Course prerequisitesNo previous experience is required, however if you have completed Level 2 Construction or Level 2 Product Design you will be well placed for this course. We are interested in students whom have a genuine interest in a trade career. You will need a high degree of self discipline, routine and good time management. You will be able to take your projects home once they have been assessed.
13CON - Construction
This course covers advance knowledge of general construction, furniture construction, storage and wood turning. The course consists of theory and practical learning.
The Level 3 unit standards will focus on projects that are suitable, complex and the ability to meet unit standards’ outcomes at Level 3. This provides flexibility for students to choose projects and add complexity according to their interests and circumstances. Design brief will be given to students at the beginning of the course so that they can plan their outcome.
A Stage 3 BCATS project is one undertaken in a BCATS environment under limited supervision, using a broad range of tools, equipment, machinery and materials, and involving a range of standard processes.
You will complete workshop and theory based learning, gaining credits focused on the hand and power tools plus materials used in Construction. The course does not provide the full L3 BCITO certificate, but you will be well prepared to engage in further training with BCITO.
Students should:
- Have a good attendance record
- Be able to demonstrate good work ethics in the practical environment
- Have a desire to explore a wood based/trades career path
- Be ready to enter the working world or tertiary study, but want to gain prior experience (genuinely interested)
This is a unit standards course and so the course is not approved for University Entrance.
All standards are internally assessed.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Demonstrate knowledge of, select, and use materials for a Stage 3 BCATS project. Students will be working on Health and safety Act and demonstrating an understanding of good workshop practice.
Term 2
Select, use, and maintain tools, equipment and machinery for a Stage 3 BCATS project.
Students will be working on a set design brief and construction drawing and select and use the tools and equipment.
Term 3
Undertake a Stage 3 BCATS project
Students will be demonstrating skills and techniques while working with level 3 BCATS project
Term 4
Undertake a Stage 3 BCATS project
Students will be demonstrating skills and techniques while working with level 3 BCATS project
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