Learners will study the core principles and key stages that underpin the research, pre-design, design, and evaluation of a sustainable construction project. They will develop and apply a range of digital skills throughout the qualification, particularly during the creation and visualisation aspects of the design process. They will understand different approaches for specific projects to include regulatory requirements, sustainability, and the exploration of structural materials and building services elements to incorporate within a design. Project management will form a large part of knowledge and essential skills building, and learners will gain an understanding of techniques to include 3D modelling, floor planning, and the use of BIM. Learners will study financial planning, budgeting, and financial control to create cost-effective design solutions. They will also learn about the role of a building’s lifecycle when designing a construction project and its economic and social impact. The TQUK Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification in Design, Engineer, and Construct in the Digital Built Environment (Extended Certificate) (RQF) comprises five mandatory units. Unit 1 Sustainability and Planning Unit 2 Research, Concept, and Context Unit 3 Facilities Management and Financial Planning Unit 4 Design and Information Management Unit 5 Evaluating & Documenting a Sustainable Construction Project