QQI Level 5 Major Award in Construction Technology 5M5010
This course is aimed at people who wish to embark on a career or gain qualifications in the construction industry, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy technology. It is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills associated with environmentally sustainable building and construction technology. The course enables students to develop practical skills in the areas of building construction and wood fabrication.
Course Content
Building Construction (5N1570)
Architectural Drawing (5N1558)
Communications (5N0690)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Computer Aided Draughting (5N1604)
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794)
Appreciation of Art, Craft & Design (5N0755)
Mathematics (5N1833)
Design Skills (5N0784)
Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons.
Entry Requirements
Minimum 5 Passes in Leaving Certificate or
QQI Level 4 – Major Award or
Equivalent International Qualifications or
Mature Applicants – Mature students do not require formal educational qualifications
There are no CAO points requirements for entry to any Post Leaving Certificate or Pre Apprenticeship Courses.
Students may progress to apprenticeships as follows.
Brick and Stonelaying
Painting and Decorating
Plastering
Plumbing
Stonecutting and Stonemasonary
On successful completion of the course students are prepared for employment, including employment with building contractors/developers, architects, quantity surveyors and local authorities.
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