Construction Crafts


North East Scotland College

Course details

Course description

This course will provide you with a well-rounded base knowledge of the main building trades.

This course will provide you with an opportunity to progress skills in a range of construction craft occupations. Most of your time will be spent in our bright, well equipped workshops where you will practice use of tools in a range of trades such as carpentry and joinery; brickwork; painting and decorating and plumbing.

What you will experience
  • Construction skills in plumbing (Altens Campus only), bricklaying, carpentry and joinery, and painting and decorating
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Will prepare students for application for full apprenticeships
  • Learning outcome

    Construction Crafts

    Progression:

    Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

    Education at NESCol:

    On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:

  • Built Environment
  • Employment:

    Modern Apprenticeship opportunities may be available. On successful completion of further study and training, common job roles will include:

  • Ames Taper
  • Bricklayer
  • Builder
  • Carpenter
  • Construction
  • Decorator
  • Joiner
  • Painter
  • Plasterer
  • Plumber
  • Provided by

    North East Scotland College

    enquiry@nescol.ac.uk

    0300 330 5550

    Provider website

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN

    Entry requirements

    • There are no formal entry requirements but we are looking for bright, enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are good team players, health & safety aware and enjoy working with tools in a workshop environment
    • Some evidence of interest in construction crafts or having a Skills for Work (Construction) qualification could be an advantage.
    • You will also be given an aptitude test at interview.

    Course options

    Course details

    Full time

    Check with the course provider for dates.

    Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

    Venue details

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN

    This is the main contact address for the provider. This may not be the location where this course is presented.

    Course details

    Check with the course provider for dates.

    Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

    Venue details

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN

    This is the main contact address for the provider. This may not be the location where this course is presented.