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Carpentry and Joinery (CAA) Level 1 Diploma Level: Level 1 Full-time How long is the course/training? This is a one-year course. What will I be doing on the course/training? You will gain an introduction to carpentry and joinery through a wide range of activities and gain practical skills and knowledge of; basic woodworking joints, maintenance and use of hand tools, preparation and use of portable power tools. Within this course you will be required to demonstrate safe working practices. You will also learn about the concepts and principles of construction technology and building methods. Course/Training Code: To be confirmed Where do I study/train? Falcon House, Sowton What are the entry requirements? You need four GCSE E grades including Maths and English. If you do not have these grades you may still be able to study this course subject to an interview with a course specialist. You will be required to demonstrate a high degree of enthusiasm and the commitment to succeed. What can I do after this course/training? You can progress onto the full-time level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry, or explore the possibility of undertaking an Apprenticeship where you will attend the college on a day or block release basis. What key skills will I do? You will do key skills in Communication and Application of Number. What residential/work experience is there? None specified What faculty is the course/training in? Construction How to Apply? Get an application form through school, Connexions or by contacting the college. For more information refer to the 'How to Apply' page. How do I study the course/training and how will I be assessed? Work will be carried out mainly in the workshops of our new site at Falcon House, Sowton, with some formal classroom sessions and by working in the resource base. In the workshops you will build up competence in carrying out practical tests. You will have to complete written tests and produce a portfolio of evidence and practical competence tests in order to pass the units. What facilities are there? Practical bench and site workshops Training bungalow Fully equipped wood machine shop Trade specific classroom Learning resource centre Refectory What will the course/training cost me? This further education course is free for all 16-18 year olds who are resident in the UK and the European Economic Area for the last 3 years. (You must be under 19 on 31st August in the calendar year that you start your course). If you are 19 or over please contact us to find out costs. Additional costs: You will need to be equipped with basic stationery for all your sessions. You will need to have your own overalls and safety boots- advice will be given at interview. You will be required to purchase a subject specific course book to be advised either at interview or at the start of the course. Previous students' views: Coming soon...