What is special about this course?

The PDA in Bricklaying provides further development of competences which you will already have achieved through the SVQ programme. It gives invaluable practical experience and knowledge should you aspire to other professions in construction outside the role of a developed craftsperson, such as supervision and management.

Completion of your PDA will also give you the opportunity to progress to an Advanced Certificate which will further develop your hand skills and more specialised and traditional craft skills.

Special features

• The course will equip you with an increased knowledge and understanding of the construction industry; you will also advance your craft skills
• On successful completion you will have increased flexibility and options should you wish to progress into supervision, management or technician areas

Entry requirements

For information on entry requirements of this course please contact the college at which you wish to study.

Year 1 - PDA

• External Corners and Piers in Reconstituted Stone
• Architectural and Features Work
• Underpinning and Shoring in Alteration Repair Work
• Steps in Brick and Concrete
• Arch Construction
• Circular Walls on Plan and Elevation
• Setting Out and Levelling
• Installation of Domestic Heat Appliances
• Surrounds and Firebacks
• Architectural Landscaping
• Facing Blockwork and Glass Block Panels
• Introduction to the Construction Industry at Level 7
• Communication at Level 7

Fees

For information on costs of this course please contact the college at which you wish to study.

Funding

External scholarships and financial support may be available. Contact the relevant university partner college for more information.