Level 2 Building and Construction
12BAC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr E. Mc Intyre
BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION – YEAR 12
NCEA LEVEL 2
CODE: 12BAC
This is a hands-on course. It is an innovative, practical and multi-disciplinary programme for students, providing them with the skills and knowledge to springboard into any career in the construction industry.
The programme is primarily workshop-based. Rather than focusing on any one trade the programme builds skills and an understanding of all trades in the construction industry. It also develops literacy, numeracy and communication skills and has close links with the Technology curriculum.
Entry Requirements
14 credits Level 1 in both Building and Carpentry and Mathematics or at the discretion of HOD.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. 12927 v5 Demonstrate knowledge of, select, maintain, and use, hand tools for BCATS projects | 2 |
I |
6 |
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| U.S. 12932 v5 Construct timber garden furniture as BCATS projects | 2 |
I |
8 |
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| U.S. 24354 v3 Demonstrate knowledge of health and safety legislation and apply safe working practices in a BCATS environment | 2 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 24360 v3 Demonstrate knowledge of timber and other construction materials used in BCATS projects | 2 |
I |
5 |
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| U.S. 25319 v3 Demonstrate knowledge of the carpentry industry within a BCATS environment | 2 |
I |
2 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 25 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 25 credits.
Wall and Floor Tiler, Building Insulator, Brick and Blocklayer, Fabrication Engineer, Building Contractor, Building and Construction Labourer, Building and Construction Manager, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Mine/Quarry Manager, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Crane Operator, Plasterer, Welder, Fencer, Glass Processor, Recycler/Dismantler, Roading Construction Worker, Roofer, Scaffolder, Fire Engineer
Disclaimer
Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of 2021. Students will be required to select additional back-up courses as part of this process.