Construction and Built Environment
Purpose
Overall
To provide, through a blend of general education and applied learning a programme, that:
- introduces young people to the fabric of the world in which we live;
- develops an understanding of its impact on individuals and communities;
- progressively builds an understanding of the physical extent and significance of the built environment and of the activities that shape, develop and influence it.
Level 1
To provide an introductory programme that:
- explores the nature and extent of the built environment;
- introduces the phases of the built environment life cycle;
- explores construction methods and techniques;
- explores the roles of individuals employed within the built environment.
Level 2
To provide a programme that develops a broad understanding and working knowledge of:
- design considerations and architectural features associated with the built environment;
- the specific job roles and skills associated with the key functions in the built environment;
- the preparation and use of drawings and other technical information;
- the properties of materials used in the built environment;
the tools and practical techniques used in the design, construction, maintenance and management of the built environment.
Level 3
To provide a programme that develops a range of analytical and investigative skills and knowledge in relation to:
- the social, economic and cultural contribution of the built environment to individuals and the community;
- the factors and principles influencing design, creation, maintenance and management of the built environment;
- the contribution of activities within the built environment;
- the resourcing and management of projects in the built environment;
- the specific job roles and skills associated with key functions in the built environment.
For more detail please look at the following document.
