Program Overview

Site Carpentry

Level 3

Overview

This course is designed for students aged 19+ who have a passion for carpentry and working with wood. The UK construction industry needs skilled new workers to support major development and regeneration projects throughout the country. By studying our Site Carpentry Level 3 course, you will develop the skills and knowledge to build on the skills and knowledge gained in your Level 2 course.

Course Details

• Duration: 1 year FT
• Entry: September
• Fees: View Fees
• Department: Department of Sustainable Construction

Course Breakdown

• Health, safety and welfare construction
• Principles of building construction, information and communication
• Principles of organising, planning and pricing construction work
• Carry out first fix flooring and roofing
• Carry out second fixing operations
• Carry out first fix roofing and stairs
• Carry out second fixing double doors and mouldings
• Set up and use fixed and transportable machinery

Entry Requirements

• Age requirements: This course is funded for students aged 19+ only.
• Academic requirements:
  • 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above including English (Language or Literature) and Maths, or equivalent
  • Successful completion of a Level 2 Site Carpentry
• Supporting documents required:
  • School applicants will be required to provide a good school report, which must include attendance.
  • If you are a school leaver (over 19), you will be required to provide a reference from a previous education provider or employer in support of your application.

Career Opportunities

• Site carpenter: Average Salary: £40,000
• Bench joiner: Average Salary: £36,000
• Site manager: Average Salary: £45,000
• Modular building fabricator: Average Salary: £32,000

Facilities

• Sustainable Construction Skills Centre: Our brand new Sustainable Construction Skills Centre at the iconic James Cond Building offers state-of-the-art facilities specifically designed to develop skills that support employers and their supply chains.
• Camden House: Camden House is our bespoke STEM education and training facility, where construction students learn CAD software, mechanics and fluids.

Additional Qualifications and Training

• Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit: As part of our course, you will have the opportunity to complete a Level 2 Award in Understanding Domestic Retrofit.