Digital Built Environment – Level 3 Construction and the Built Environment – Level 3  3D Design – Level 3 Design, Engineer, Construct

Level: 3 | Duration: 2 Years | Details: September

Level 3 Construction and the Built Environment – Extended Certificate

Equivalent in size to one A Level. Students complete 5 units, of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are external.  The Extended Certificate is for students who are interested in learning about the Construction and the Built Environment sector

Units are:

• Construction Principles – External Exam – Students explore properties of construction materials, how they are manufactured and how they perform in service. Also learn how to apply mathematics in construction contexts and how heat, light and acoustics contribute to human comfort levels
• Construction Technology – External Exam – students study the underlying principles and construction methods used in the construction of new buildings
• Design for Construction and the Built Environment – Students will apply the principles and practice of design and construction for low and medium-rise buildings and structures
• Construction Commercial Management – Students will examine contracts and procurement routes for construction projects.
• Retrofit in Construction and the Built Environment – Students will gain the skills required to propose retrofit developments to buildings, for energy and environmental improvements and contributing to a Net Zero future.

Level 3  3D Design – Introductory Diploma

Equivalent in size to one A Level. Students complete 5 units,

Units are:

• Art and Design
• Constructing 3D Models
• Creating 3D Design Work
• 3D Product Design
• Spatial Design

Students will learn about important trends in the design field.  They will be able to develop ideas for a 3D product, in response to a brief related to the construction industry.  They will plan the realisation of the final3D product and be able to produce and present a scale model or final 3D product for feedback.

Level 3 Design, Engineer, Construct – Diploma
Equivalent in size to one A Level. 50% Portfolio and 50% Exam

Learners develop, design, deliver and evaluate a fit for purpose, functional building and can be based on their own interpretation of a ‘real’ project brief. Their building should be highly sustainable and inclusive and enable learners to demonstrate advanced knowledge and use a range of industry process and digital skills.

Why choose this course?
This course is designed to allow you to develop higher level skills needed to progress to university or employment at a technical or professional level within the property & construction industry. You will have access to state-of-the-art digital technology, which will underpin all of your learning on the course and be taught be an award winning digital built environment team.

Entry requirements:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 9 – 4 including a Grade 5 in Maths, a Grade 4 in English Language and a Grade 4 in Science.

What will this course lead on to?
The course is designed to allow students to progress to further study at university including foundation degrees, BEng, MEng or BSc. There are an increasing number of opportunities for students to secure Higher or Degree Apprenticeships, in Project or Site Management, for example. Alternatively, you could progress directly into employment in the built environment for example as a Digital Engineer or a trainee surveyor.

The Cronton Experience:
During your time at Cronton Sixth Form College, you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of different enrichment activities in your free time. These will increase your enjoyment of your studies and equip you for further success.

Students will have opportunities throughout the course to engage with enrichment activities led by the built environment tutors, industry partners and educational establishments.

The friendly and supportive team of staff in the IDEA Centre are continually finding ways for our Engineering and Built Environment students to engage with enrichment activities. These have included celebration of seasonal events, charity fundraisers and professional presentation evenings. There are also many opportunities to join us on international trips; to San Francisco, Berlin and Cern in Switzerland.

Students interested in progression on to Architecture, Interior Architecture or Landscape Architecture will have access to support sessions aimed at generating a professional portfolio; desirable to universities and employers in these fields.

Female Engineers and Built Environment students are encouraged to join our Women in STEM club, run by female tutors in the IDEA Centre. Learners will have to opportunity to meet and network with likeminded students, as well as further trips and visits and opportunities. The Women in STEM team frequently enter competitions and complete cross curricular projects, as well as focussing on encouraging the next generation of female learners onto STEM courses.