The Bricklaying Level 2 study programme builds on the skills and knowledge you will have learned at Level 1, advancing onto bigger practical projects and more advanced theory. The course ranges from health and safety to mixing and bedding, walling details and ground work.
This programme combines core employability skills with a broad understanding of bricklaying. You will be introduced to core bricklaying skills such as measuring, estimating, drawing out plans, and laying bricks and blocks to build brickwork structures.
On this programme you will also learn the attributes, values, skills and attitudes for working in the construction industry, with a specialist focus on bricklaying. The programme is designed to increase your employability and prepare you for progression into a bricklaying apprenticeship.
The course blends practical workshop skills and activities with underpinning knowledge that is delivered in the classroom.
What you'll learn
You’ll learn the following topics
- Health and safety in a construction environment
- Principles of welfare, health and safety in construction environments
- Principles of working in the construction industry
- Setting out buildings
- Building solid walls and piers
- Building cavity walls
How you'll learn and be assessed
You will be continually assessed both in the workshop for your practical ability and through a series of exams covering the 6 theory elements of the qualification.
Entry requirements
You will need 4 GCSEs at grades 3 or above including English language and maths AND an achievement on a relevant Level 1 course.
Additional information
You will be required to have safety footwear and will be expected to complete some relevant work experience.
