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Course overview
This Level 4 course provides a solid foundation for those working in the Civil Engineering Industry, equipping students with the core knowledge and practical skills needed to contribute effectively to the infrastructure projects.
Civil engineering senior technicians use and apply their technical knowledge, underpinned by scientific principles and theories, propose numerous suitable techniques, procedures and methods to undertake and deliver civil engineering solutions. They need to source, review, analyse and evaluate a range of data and information, perform advanced calculations, and analyse civil engineering problems to reach proven solutions.
Providing a stepping stone to further study, this course prepares students for progression to a Level 6 qualification, such as a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering. Graduates will be well-positioned to take on junior engineering roles in the industry while continuing their professional development.
Entry requirements
Typically an apprentice will be expected to have achieved at least 5 GCSEs at Grades 4-9 including Maths, English and Science or their equivalent. In addition a BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or one/two A level (s), in a relevant subject such as Maths or Science.
Alternative qualifications or appropriate experience may also be considered.
Employers may specify additional entry requirements.
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Course content
Units covered in the course include:
- Unit 1 – Construction Design Project
- Unit 3 – Science & Materials
- Unit 4 – Construction Environment
- Unit 7 – Surveying, Measurement 7 Setting Out
- Unit 8 – Mathematics in Construction
- Unit 17 – Civil Engineering Technology
- Unit 19 – Principles of Structural Design
- Unit 21 – Geotechnics & Soil Mechanics
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Next steps after this course
After completing this course there are a number of options available; apprentices could seek full-time employment or consider a degree or degree apprenticeship in civil engineering. Completing this course will also give you the opportunity to apply for Technical Membership with the Chartered Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE).