Level 2 Intermediate Bricklaying Apprenticeship

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Learner:Apprenticeships

Subject:Construction

Course type:Apprenticeship

Level:2

Attendance time:Daytime

About this apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is suitable for anyone looking to work in the bricklaying industry. The broad purpose of the occupation is to lay bricks and blocks, sometimes utilising modern methods of construction and pre-manufactured elements to construct walls. Bricklayers carry out simple setting out, prepare mortar and use a trowel to lay bricks, mortar and apply damp-proof materials to complete the project to specification and required design. Bricklayers use spirit levels and plumb lines to check building alignment and use hammers and chisels to shape and trim bricks and blocks. Bricklayers typically work outdoors on construction sites, in most weathers and at height.

What areas will I study?

Bricklayers lay bricks, blocks and other types of building components in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches and other structures e.g. chimney stacks. They might also refurbish brickwork and masonry on restoration projects. The range of sites and projects that bricklayers will work on include large commercial developments, new builds in housing, alterations, extensions and restorations. A bricklayer may work one-on-one or on larger jobs where their bricklaying group (gang) may work on a particular section of a building alongside other bricklaying gangs as well as other trades.

What are the entry requirements?

Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths & English You must also be employed in a relevant field (as indicated above) for a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Where can I progress next?

Standard Apprenticeship Bricklaying Level 3

How will you be assessed?

The assessment for the apprenticeship will include Multiple-choice test, Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence & Practical assessment with questions.

Paige Mirley, Associate Director for Mace North America

“ I switched to a L3 BTEC extended diploma in Construction at South & City College Birmingham. The 2 year diploma covered a broad range of subjects in the construction field which meant that I could get a feel for many different industry roles. I was taught by professionals who had industry experience in construction. This gave me a head-start against my peers when I started my degree later.”

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