Design, Surveying & Planning for Construction with Civil Engineering

Course summary

During the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills for entry to a range of construction occupations. This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in surveying and design, civil engineering, building services design, or hazardous materials surveying. Students can progress into roles such as: - Civil Engineer - technical surveyor - building technician - building control officer - Town Planner - town planning assistant - geospatial technician - Architect - Architectural Technician - Building Surveyor - Construction Manager - Quantity Surveyor - Land and property valuer Students can also use this T Level to do a related higher-level apprenticeship or degree course. All students will develop a general understanding of construction, including: - Health and Safety - The Science Behind Building Design, Surveying and Planning - Making Accurate and Appropriate Measurements - Construction Methods - Building Regulations and Standards - Data Management and Information Standards in Construction - Relationship Management and Customer Service - How the Internet of Things (IoT) Impacts Construction - Digital Engineering Techniques - Mathematical Techniques to Solve Construction Problems - Construction Design Principles and Processes - The Construction Industry and its Role in the Economy - Sustainability and the Environmental Impact of Construction - Business, Commerce and Corporate Social Responsibility They will also learn about topics specific to Design, Surveying and Planning, including: - Project Management - Budgeting and Resource Allocation - Procurement - Risk Management In addition to the core content, each student must choose one of the following specialisms: - Surveying and Design for Construction and the Built Environment - Civil Engineering - Building Services Design - Hazardous Materials Analysis and Surveying