T-LEVEL IN BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING FOR CONSTRUCTION (PLUMBING OR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION)

Level: Level 3

T Levels are a pioneering new courses which are co-created with leading employers and aim to ensure young people across the country have access to a variety of programmes that successfully develop them into the skilled workforce of the future.

The T Level in Building Services Engineering for Construction will provide you with not only a technical qualification but invaluable industry experience. T Levels are developed with employers so you know you are getting the skills and experience that they are after.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

T-Levels are split into core units and specialist units. Core units cover the following areas to develop your knowledge: health and safety; building design, surveying and planning; making accurate and appropriate measurements; construction methods; building regulations and standards; data management; relationship management and customer service; digital engineering techniques; mathematical techniques; construction design principles and processes; the construction industry and its role in the economy; sustainability and the environment; business, commerce and corporate social responsibility.

You will also learn about topics specific to building services engineering, including: building technology principles; building services engineering systems; maintenance principles; tools, equipment and materials.

In addition to the core content, you must choose one of the following specialisms:

electrical and electronic equipment engineering
plumbing and heating engineering

HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?

80% of your studies will be within the College, this will be either in a classroom where you will build theoretical knowledge, or in one of our specialist building services facilities where you can develop your practical skills.

20% of the qualification will involve a 45 day (315 hours) industry placement with a local employer. During this time you will gain real work experience within the construction industry.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

You will complete formal assessments and examinations.

WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?

Gaining a T-Level can help learners with progression onto higher study, Apprenticeships or into skilled employment.

T-Levels focus on technical skills and are equivalent to three A-Levels and are worth UCAS points. For example, a T-Level at grade Distinction* is worth the same as three A-Levels at A* and will be recognised by universities and other providers, meaning you have the option to continue your studies after college.

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in areas such as electric installation and maintenance, plumbing or heating.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Students require at least two grade 5s and three grade 4s or above at GCSE, including at least a grade 4 in maths and English. A successful interview is also required.