New Plymouth Boys’ High School New Plymouth Boys’ High School

L3 Building and Construction

L3BLDGF
Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

This is a NON-WORKSHOP BASED COURSE ie all standards are assessed with practical work being building/construction projects undertaken around the school (or for nearby stakeholders). By studying and completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate that they; know policies and carry out site procedures, including safety and induction for a relevant construction environment; select and use a broad range of construction materials to complete projects; interpret and use plans, working drawings and specifications to complete projects; perform measurements and calculations to complete projects; select and use a range of tools and equipment, including machinery, to complete projects; plan, carry out, and manage to complete projects; demonstrate a broad range of knowledge related to: construction tools, materials and processes. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.


Learning Areas:

Technology


Career Pathways

Glazier, Wall and Floor Tiler, Building Insulator, Brick and Blocklayer, Building and Construction Labourer, Flooring Installer, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Painter and Decorator, Concrete Worker, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Plasterer, Fencer, Service Station Attendant, Packhouse Worker, Roofer, Scaffolder


Disclaimer

All courses are subject to sufficient student numbers, rooming and available staffing. The range of courses may change year to year.

All courses run at the discretion of the New Plymouth Boys' High School Headmaster.