Qualification Specification Construction Building Level 2 · Qualification Specification:...

Qualification Specification

Construction Building

Level 2

Version 1.0

(September 2016)

Qualification Specification: Construction Building

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This qualification specification covers the following qualifications:

Qualification Number

Qualification Title

601/8736/0 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)

603/0419/4 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills: Painting and Decorating

601/8737/2 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Building Maintenance Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations (Construction)

603/0418/2 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Building Maintenance Operations (Construction)

601/8738/4 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

603/0417/0 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills - Bricklaying

601/8739/6 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction)

603/0415/7 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills – Bench Joinery

603/0416/9 Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills – Site Carpentry


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About this qualification specification

This qualification specification is intended for tutors, assessors, Internal Quality Assurers, Centre Quality Managers and other staff within Gateway Qualifications recognised centres and/or prospective centres. It sets out what is required of the learner in order to achieve the qualification. It also contains information specific to managing and delivering the qualification including specific quality assurance requirements. The guide should be read in conjunction with the Gateway Qualifications Centre Handbook and other publications available on the website which contain more detailed guidance on assessment and verification practice. In order to offer this qualification, you must be a Gateway Qualifications recognised centre. If your centre is not yet recognised, please contact our Development Team to discuss becoming a Gateway Qualifications Recognised Centre: Telephone: 01206 911211 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/recognition

http://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/recognition


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Contents

About this qualification specification .................................................................................... 3

1. Qualification Information ............................................................................................... 5

1.1. About the qualification ........................................................................................... 5

1.2. Objective ............................................................................................................... 5

1.3. Key Facts .............................................................................................................. 6

1.4. Achievement methodology .................................................................................... 7

1.5. Geographical Coverage ........................................................................................ 7

1.6. Progression Opportunities ..................................................................................... 7

1.7. Relationship with other frameworks ....................................................................... 7

1.8. Funding ................................................................................................................. 7

1.9. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion ............................................................................ 8

2. Learner Entry Requirements ........................................................................................ 9

2.1. Age ....................................................................................................................... 9

2.2. Prior Qualifications or Units ................................................................................... 9

2.3. Prior Skills/Knowledge/Understanding ................................................................... 9

2.4. Restrictions ........................................................................................................... 9

2.5. Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs ................ 10

2.6. Additional Requirements/Guidance ..................................................................... 11

2.7. Recruiting Learners with Integrity ........................................................................ 11

3. Achieving the Qualification ......................................................................................... 12

3.1. Qualification Structure (Rules of Combination and Unit List) ............................... 12

3.2. Recognition of Prior Learning .............................................................................. 28

3.3. Links to other qualifications ................................................................................. 28

4. Assessment and Quality Assurance ........................................................................... 29

4.1. Method of Assessment ........................................................................................ 29

4.2. Assessment Materials ......................................................................................... 29

4.3. Qualification-Specific Centre Requirements ........................................................ 29

4.4. Qualification-Specific Tutor/Assessor Requirements ........................................... 29

4.5. Qualification-Specific Internal Quality Assurer Requirements .............................. 30

4.6. Qualification-Specific Quality Assurance Requirements ...................................... 31

4.7. Additional Requirements/Guidance ..................................................................... 31

5. What to do next .......................................................................................................... 32

6. Gateway Qualifications ............................................................................................... 32


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1. Qualification Information

1.1. About the qualification

The qualifications have been approved by Ofqual, the regulator of qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Although the qualifications form part of an apprenticeship, the qualifications are available outside of an apprenticeship where either the learner’s circumstances prevent them undertaking a full apprenticeship or where their prior skills and knowledge mean they do not require all components of the apprenticeship. Industry will accept the qualification on its own as entry to a job role. The qualifications have been developed for delivery in a working environment which means that learners need to be in the workplace to undertake this qualification. The aim of the qualifications is to attract, retain and develop talent into a range of craft occupations at Intermediate level in construction building, and provide progression to supervisory and management level, in order to provide the industry with a well-trained productive workforce. They will help to: 1. attract new people from a range of diverse backgrounds into construction building to

broaden the industry talent pool in England. 2. provide broad-based training for a range of craft occupations in construction building in

order to retain staff and increase productivity. 3. provide a structured career path for craft occupations to progress to higher level jobs

using further and higher education.

1.2. Objective

The objective of these qualifications is to confirm competence in an occupational role within construction.


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1.3. Key Facts

Qualification Title Total Qualification

Time

Guided Learning

Credit Value

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)

670 224 67

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills: Painting and Decorating

680 548 68

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Building Maintenance Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations (Construction)

620 223 62

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Building Maintenance Operations (Construction)

580 464 58

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

730 244 73

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills - Bricklaying

580 468 58

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction)

410 137 41

Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills – Bench Joinery

550 440 55

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills - Site Carpentry

630 504 63

Total Qualification Time is the number of notional hours which represents an estimate of the total amount of time that could be reasonably expected to be required for a Learner to achieve and demonstrate the achievement of the level of attainment necessary for the award of the qualification. Total Qualification Time is comprised of the following two elements:

• the number of hours which an awarding organisation has assigned to a qualification for Guided Learning, and

• an estimate of the number of hours a Learner will reasonably be likely to spend in preparation, study or any other form of participation in education or training, including assessment, which takes place by – but, unlike Guided Learning, not under the Immediate Guidance or Supervision of – a lecturer, supervisor, tutor or other appropriate provider of education or training.


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1.4. Achievement methodology

The qualifications will be awarded to learners who successfully achieve an approved combination of units through a Portfolio of Evidence that has been successfully verified and monitored through Gateway Qualifications’ Quality Assurance process. Achievement is therefore determined by successful completion of unit assessment with no further requirement for additional/summative assessment.

1.5. Geographical Coverage

This qualification has been approved by Ofqual to be offered in England.

1.6. Progression Opportunities

Those completing the Level 2 qualification could progress onto related Level 3 qualifications.

1.7. Relationship with other frameworks

The Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diplomas in Construction are related to the National Occupational Standards (NOS) developed by CITB. They provide a significant amount of knowledge, understanding and skills development that underpins occupational competence in construction within building trades. Units within the knowledge qualifications have been carefully developed according to the relevant standards as appropriate and/or in conjunction with Users of qualifications.

1.8. Funding

For information regarding potential sources of funding please visit the following websites; The Education Funding Agency http://www.gov.uk/efa The Skills Funding Agency https://www.gov.uk/sfa.

http://www.gov.uk/efa

https://www.gov.uk/sfa


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1.9. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

It is Gateway Qualifications’ aim that there shall be equal opportunities within this organisation and in all the services it provides and within its recognised centres and via the services they provide and so meet the organisation’s legal responsibilities to prevent discrimination. In particular it is the organisation’s intention that there should be no discrimination on the grounds of a protected characteristic including age, disability, gender assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation. It is acknowledged that this is not an exhaustive list.


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2. Learner Entry Requirements

2.1. Age

The approved age range for these qualifications is 16+.

2.2. Prior Qualifications or Units

There is no requirement for learners to have achieved prior qualifications or units prior to undertaking this/these qualifications.

2.3. Prior Skills/Knowledge/Understanding

Learners will come from a diverse range of backgrounds, with a range of experience, age, personal achievements. Examples include learners who have:

• completed the STEP into construction project

• completed the women and work sector pathways initiative (W&WSPI)

• previously worked in construction e.g. as a labourer

• completed a young apprenticeship scheme (14-16) in construction

• achieved a Construction and Built Environment Diploma (14–19)

• completed the Foundation Learning Tier (a craft occupation at Level 1)

• achieved A Levels and GCSEs

• completed work experience in the industry and have a positive attitude towards working in construction

• taken part in the Construction Youth Trust that supports young people’s journey to work

• have a suitable level of physical fitness to perform aspects of the job (e.g. moving and handling resources, placing and fixing materials)

• had a military career in the Royal Engineers

2.4. Restrictions

There are no restrictions to entry.


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2.5. Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs

Gateway Qualifications and recognised centres have a responsibility to ensure that the process of assessment is robust and fair and allows the learner to show what they know and can do without compromising the assessment criteria. Gateway Qualifications has a duty to permit a reasonable adjustment where an assessment arrangement would put a disabled person at a substantial disadvantage in comparison to someone who is not disabled. The following adaptations are examples of what may be considered for the purposes of facilitating access, as long as they do not impact on any competence standards being tested:

• adapting assessment materials;

• adaptation of the physical environment for access purposes;

• adaptation to equipment;

• assessment material in an enlarged format or Braille;

• assessment material on coloured paper or in audio format;

• British Sign Language (BSL);

• changing or adapting the assessment method;

• changing usual assessment arrangements;

• extra time, e.g. assignment extensions;

• language modified assessment material;

• practical assistant;

• prompter;

• providing assistance during assessment;

• reader;

• scribe;

• transcript;

• use of assistive software;

• using assistive technology;

• use of CCTV, coloured overlays, low vision aids;

• use of a different assessment location;

• use of ICT/responses using electronic devices.

It is important to note that not all of the adjustments identified in this qualification specification will be reasonable, permissible or practical in particular situations. The learner may not need, nor be allowed the same adjustment for all assessments. Learners should be fully involved in any decisions about adjustments/adaptations. This will ensure that individual needs can be met, whilst still bearing in mind the specified assessment criteria for a particular qualification. A reasonable adjustment for a particular learner may be unique to that individual and may not be included in the list of available access arrangements specified above. Details on how to make adjustments for learners is set out in the Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations Policy and Procedures.


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2.6. Additional Requirements/Guidance

In some occupational areas learners undertaking the qualifications would be expected to work at height and outside in all seasonal weather conditions. They could also be expected to travel to sites or in some cases, stay in lodgings whilst working away from home. Potential applicants should be made aware of this prior to the qualifications being offered.

2.7. Recruiting Learners with Integrity

It is vital that centres recruit with integrity with regard to qualifications. Centres must ensure that learners have the correct information and advice on their selected qualification(s) and that the qualification(s) will meet their needs. The recruitment process must include the centre assessing each potential learner and making justifiable and professional judgements about the learner’s potential to successfully complete the assessment and achieve the qualification. Such an assessment must identify, where appropriate, the support that will be made available to the learner to facilitate access to the qualification.

3. Achieving the Qualification

3.1. Qualification Structure (Rules of Combination and Unit List)

The knowledge, skills and understanding that will be assessed as part of the qualification are set out within the unit specifications. These include the learning outcomes and associated assessment criteria. These are detailed below. For information on Recognition of Prior Learning please see section 3.2.

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction) Learners must complete the required units from one pathway. Learners may do additional units from Group B but credits from this will not count towards the qualification. Pathways Pathway 1 - Painter Learners must complete all units in Group A1. Mandatory Units (Group A1-A)

Unit Reference Number

Unit Title Level Credit Value

Guided Learning

Y/508/1770 Applying Paint Systems by Brush and Roller in the Workplace

Level 2 22 73

D/508/1754 Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace

Level 1 2 7

M/508/1757 Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace

Level 2 3 10

Y/508/1753 Erecting and Dismantling Access Working Platforms in the Workplace

Level 2 8 27

T/508/1761 Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace

Level 2 5 17

Y/508/1767 Preparing surfaces for painting decorating in the workplace

Level 2 27 90

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Pathway 2 – Industrial Painter Learners must complete all units in Group A2-A and a minimum of one unit in Group A2-B. Mandatory Units (Group A2-A) Learners must complete all units in Group A2-A.



Guided Learning


Level 2 22 73


Level 1 2 7


Level 2 3 10


Level 2 8 27


Level 2 5 17

Y/508/1767 Preparing surfaces for painting decorating in the workplace

Level 2 22 73


Level 2 22 73

Optional Units (Group A2-B) Learners must complete a minimum of one unit in Group A2-B.



Guided Learning

F/508/1777 Applying Coatings by the Airless Spray Method in the Workplace

Level 3 17 57

T/508/1775 Operating Equipment in Support of the Abrasive Blast Cleaner in the Workplace

Level 2 9 30

K/508/1773 Operating Equipment in Support of the Paint Sprayer in the Workplace

Level 2 12 40

J/508/1778 Preparing Surfaces by Abrasive Blast Cleaning in the Workplace

Level 3 16 53

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Additional Units (Group B) Learners may complete any of the additional units, but they will not be counted towards the qualification.



Guided Learning

L/508/1782 Applying Coatings by the Air Spray Method in the Workplace

Level 3 27 90

K/508/1787 Applying Coatings to Produce Textured Finishes in the Workplace

Level 2 14 47

F/508/1780 Hanging Standard Paper Wallcoverings in the Workplace

Level 3 26 87

J/508/1781 Hanging Wide-width Vinyls in the Workplace Level 3 20 67

H/508/1786 Installing Coving and Decorative Mouldings in the Workplace

Level 2 11 37

Y/508/1784 Producing and Applying Complex Stencil Designs in the Workplace

Level 3 21 70

M/508/1788 Producing Broken Colour Effects in the Workplace

Level 2 12 40

T/508/1789 Producing Stencil Designs using Pre-cut Stencil Plates in the Workplace

Level 2 12 40

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills: Painting and Decorating Learners must achieve a minimum of 68 credits including 10 mandatory units of which 5 are core units and 5 are occupational units. Mandatory Units (Group M) The learner must complete all 10 units in this group.



Guided Learning

T/615/1589 Develop customer relationships in the construction industry

Level 2 3 24

M/615/1591 Understanding principles of building construction Level 2 5 40

L/615/1596 Understand and produce information relevant to construction environments

Level 2 4 32

Y/615/1598 Communication skills in a construction environment

Level 2 2 16

D/615/1599 Health, safety and welfare in construction environments

Level 2 6 48

Y/615/1603 Prepare surfaces prior to applying finishing Level 2 10 80

H/615/1605 Apply paint systems by brush and roller Level 2 10 80

M/615/1610 Hang wallpapers on walls and ceilings Level 2 14 112

F/615/1613 Producing specialist decorative finishes Level 2 10 80

L/615/1629 Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms

Level 2 4 36

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Building Maintenance Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations (Construction) The learner must complete all 4 Mandatory units, a minimum of 8 credits in Optional group A and a minimum of 39 credits from 2 other Optional Groups B-G. Mandatory Units (Group M) The learner must complete all 4 Mandatory units in this group.



Guided Learning


Level 1 2 7


Level 2 3 10


Level 2 5 17

D/508/1821 Deliver reliable customer service Level 2 5 33

Optional Units (Group O)

Leaners must achieve a minimum of 8 credits in Optional Group A and a minimum of 39 credits from 2 other Optional Groups B-G. Optional Units A (Group A) Learners must complete a minimum of 8 credits, 1 unit from this group.



Guided Learning

K/508/1823 Clearing the Site and Handing Over on Completion in the Workplace

Level 2 12 40


Level 2 8 27

H/508/1822 Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace

Level 2 10 33

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Maintenance Carpentry and Joinery (Group B) If this group is chosen, the learner must complete 2 units.



Guided Learning

M/508/1824 Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace

Level 2 14

47

A/508/1826 Maintaining non-structural or structural components in the workplace

Level 3 29 97

T/508/1825 Repairing, Replacing and Renewing Gates, Posts and Fencing in the Workplace

Level 2 16 53

Maintenance Painting and Decorating (Group C) If this group is chosen, the learner must complete 2 units.



Guided Learning


Level 2 22 73

F/508/1780 Hanging Standard Paper Wallcoverings in the Workplace

Level 3 26 87

F/508/1827 Preparing Background Surfaces for Plastering, Tiling, Panelling or Painting Decorating in the Workplace

Level 2 7 23

Maintenance Tiling (Group D) If this group is chosen, the learner must complete 2 units.



Guided Learning

F/508/1827 Preparing Background Surfaces for Plastering, Tiling, Panelling or Painting Decorating in the Workplace

Level 2 7 23

L/508/1829 Removing and Renewing Floor Screeds in the Workplace

Level 2 18 60

J/508/1828 Tiling Wall and Floor Surfaces in the Workplace Level 2 13 43

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Maintenance Plastering (Group E) If this group is chosen, the learner must complete 2 units.



Guided Learning

J/508/1831 Applying Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces in the Workplace

Level 2 18 60

F/508/1830 Preparing Background Surfaces for Plasterwork in the Workplace

Level 1 12 40

Maintenance Roofing (Group F) If this group is chosen, the learner must complete 2 units.



Guided Learning

L/508/1832 Maintaining Slate and Tile Roofing in the Workplace

Level 2 14 47

Y/508/1834 Removing and Repairing Eaves and Verge Finishings in the Workplace

Level 2 16 53

D/508/1835 Repairing membrane roofing systems in the workplace

Level 2 16 53

R/508/1833 Repairing Roof Sheeting and Cladding Systems in the Workplace

Level 2 20 67

Maintenance Trowel Operations (Group G) If this group is chosen, the learner must complete 1 unit.



Guided Learning

H/508/1836 Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Level 3 22 73

K/508/1837 Repairing Basic Stonemasonry Structures in the Workplace

Level 2 19 63

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Building Maintenance Operations (Construction) The learner must achieve all mandatory units totalling 58 credits. Mandatory Units (Group M) The learner must complete all 10 units in this group.



Guided Learning


Level 2 2 16


Level 2 6 48


Level 2 4 32



Level 2 3 24

K/615/1668 Painting and Decorating Small Scale Repairs Level 2 8 64

J/615/1676 Plumbing Small Scale Repairs Level 2 8 64

A/615/1688 Small Scale Repairs to Interior and Exterior Woodwork Components

Level 2 8 64

J/615/1693 Carry out maintenance and minor building repairs

Level 2 6 48

Y/615/1701 Small Scale Plastering Repairs Level 2 8 64

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) To achieve this qualification a minimum of 73 credits need to be attained. This comprises the mandatory units plus one optional unit. Mandatory Units (Group A) To achieve this qualification a minimum of 73 credits need to be attained. This comprises the mandatory units plus one optional unit.



Guided Learning


Level 1 2 7


Level 2 3 10

J/508/1862 Erecting Masonry Structures in the Workplace Level 2 27 90


Level 2 5 17

L/508/1863 Setting Out Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Level 2 22 73

Optional Units (Group B) Learners must complete one unit from this group.



Guided Learning

R/508/1864 Erecting Masonry Cladding in the Workplace Level 2 24 80

M/508/1869 Installing Drainage in the Workplace Level 2 19 63

L/508/1832 Maintaining Slate and Tile Roofing in the Workplace

Level 2 14 47

K/508/1868 Placing and Finishing Non-specialist Concrete in the Workplace

Level 2 21 70

H/508/1867 Producing External Solid Render Finishes in the Workplace

Level 2 22 73

D/508/1866 Producing Internal Solid Plastering Finishes in the Workplace

Level 2 22 73

H/508/1836 Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Level 3 22 73

Y/508/1865 Erecting Thin Joint Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Level 2 23 77

M/508/1869 Installing Drainage in the Workplace Level 2 19 63

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills - Bricklaying The learner must achieve a minimum of 58 credits including all mandatory units. Learners may also achieve an additional optional unit from the Optional Group. Mandatory Units (Group M) The learner must complete all 8 units in this group.



Guided Learning


Level 2 3 24



Level 2 2 16


Level 2 6 48


Level 2 4 32

Y/615/1715 Set out masonry structures Level 2 8 64

M/615/1719 Construct solid and cavity walling structures Level 2 26 208

L/615/1629 Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms

Level 2 4 36

Optional Units (Group O)

Leaners may achieve the additional optional unit from this group.



Guided Learning

M/615/1722 Construct thin joint masonry Level 2 4 32

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction) To achieve this qualification a minimum of 41 credits need to be attained. This comprises the mandatory units plus one pathway. Learners may complete any of the additional units, but they will not be counted towards the qualification. Mandatory Units (Group A) Learners must complete all mandatory units.



Guided Learning


Level 1 2 7


Level 2 3 10


Level 2 5 17

Pathways (Group B) Learners must complete one pathway. Site Carpentry (Pathway B1) Learners must attain 52 credits from this pathway.



Guided Learning

J/508/1845 Erecting Structural Carcassing Components in the Workplace

Level 2 20 67

A/508/1843 Installing First Fixing Components in the Workplace

Level 2 18 60

F/508/1844 Installing Second Fixing Components in the Workplace

Level 2 23 77


Level 2 14 47

L/508/1846 Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines in the workplace

Level 2 24 80

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Architectural Carpentry (Pathway B2) Learner must achieve the mandatory unit plus one optional unit to achieve 31 credits. Mandatory Units (Group B2-A) Learner must complete the mandatory unit.



Guided Learning

H/508/1898 Manufacturing routine architectural joinery products in the workplace

Level 2 19 63

Optional Units (Group B2-B) Learners must complete one optional unit.



Guided Learning

J/508/1845 Erecting Structural Carcassing Components in the Workplace

Level 2 20 67

A/508/1843 Installing First Fixing Components in the Workplace

Level 2 18 60

F/508/1844 Installing Second Fixing Components in the Workplace

Level 2 23 77


Level 2 14 47


Level 2 24 80

Structural Post and Beam Carpentry (Pathway B3) Learners must attain 63 credits from this pathway.



Guided Learning

D/508/1849 Assembling and Erecting Heavy Timber Framework – Post and Beam in the Workplace

Level 2 23 77

R/508/1850 Fabricating Timber Framework in the Workplace Level 2 22 73

Y/508/1848 Setting Out Timber Framework in the Workplace Level 2 18 60

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Light Structural Timber Framing (Pathway B4) Learners must attain 47 credits from this pathway.



Guided Learning

H/508/1853 Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace

Level 3 11 37

Y/508/1851 Installing Frames and Linings in the Workplace Level 1 10 33

D/508/1852 Installing Internal Mouldings in the Workplace Level 1 12 40


Level 2 14 47

Timber Frame Erection (Pathway B5) Learners must attain 65 credits from this pathway.



Guided Learning

M/508/1855 Erecting timber roof structures in the workplace Level 2 23 77

K/508/1854 Erecting timber walls and floors in the workplace Level 2 23 77

Timber Decks and Cladding (Pathway B6) Learners must complete the mandatory unit plus one optional unit to attain 44 credits from this pathway. Mandatory Units (Group B6-A) Learner must complete the mandatory unit.



Guided Learning


Level 2 24 80

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Optional Units (Group B6-B) Learners must complete one optional unit from this group.



Guided Learning

A/508/1860 Installing Elevated Timber Decks in the Workplace

Level 3 25 83

J/508/1859 Installing Low Level Timber Decks in the Workplace

Level 2 20 67

T/508/1856 Installing Rainscreen Wall Cladding Systems in the Workplace

Level 2 25 83

A/508/1857 Installing Specialised Wall Cladding and Bespoke Systems in the Workplace

Level 2 25 83

F/508/1858 Installing Timber Wall Cladding Systems in the Workplace

Level 2 25 83

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills – Bench Joinery The learner must achieve a minimum of 55 credits, comprised of 5 core units and 4 occupational units within the mandatory group. Mandatory Units (Group M) The learner must complete all 9 units in this group.



Guided Learning


Level 2 2 16


Level 2 6 48


Level 2 4 32



Level 2 3 24

R/615/1728 Manufacture routine bench joinery products Level 2 15 120

R/615/1759 Setting and marking out routine bench joinery products

Level 2 12 96

J/615/1760 Setting up and operating cutting machines Level 2 5 40

Y/615/1763 Prepare, use and maintain woodworking tools Level 2 3 24

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Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Construction Skills – Site Carpentry The learner must achieve a minimum of 63 credits. This comprises of 10 mandatory units, of which 5 are core units and 5 are occupational units. Mandatory Units (Group M) The learner must complete 10 units in this group.



Guided Learning


Level 2 2 16


Level 2 6 48


Level 2 4 32



Level 2 3 24

Y/615/1763 Prepare, use and maintain woodworking tools Level 2 3 24

T/615/1768 Carpentry Maintenance Skills Level 2 6 48

M/615/1770 First fix timber roofing structures Level 2 7 56

F/615/1773 First fix carpentry skills Level 2 15 120

R/615/1776 Second fix carpentry skills Level 2 12 96

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3.2. Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is a process that considers if a learner can meet the specified assessment requirements through knowledge, understanding or skills that they already possess and that can contribute towards the attainment of a qualification for which they are undertaking. The process of Recognition for Prior Learning is not applicable to these qualifications.

3.3. Links to other qualifications

Following completion of these qualifications, learners may progress to relevant Level 3 qualifications in a related area. The Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diplomas in Construction are related to the National Occupational Standards (NOS) developed by CITB.

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4. Assessment and Quality Assurance

The following are in addition to the standard assessment and quality assurance requirements set out in the Gateway Qualifications Centre Handbook.

4.1. Method of Assessment

The method of assessment for the qualification is through a portfolio of evidence. The qualifications must be assessed in accordance with the Cskills Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment – Craft, Supervisory, Technical, Managerial and Professional National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs). This document is available on the Gateway Qualifications website,

4.2. Assessment Materials

There are no specific assessment materials provided for this qualification.

4.3. Qualification-Specific Centre Requirements

Centres must ensure that they have the appropriate resources in place when delivering performance units from vocational areas.

Centres must adhere to the Cskills Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment – Craft, Supervisory, Technical, Managerial and Professional National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs). This is available on the Gateway Qualifications website.

4.4. Qualification-Specific Tutor/Assessor Requirements

Centres must ensure that Assessors:

• have sufficient, verifiable, relevant current industry experience, knowledge and understanding of the occupational working area at, or above, the level being assessed. This must be of sufficient depth to be effective and reliable when judging candidates’ competence. Assessors’ experience, knowledge and understanding could be verified by a combination of:

- curriculum vitae and employer endorsement or references - possession of a relevant NVQ/SVQ, or vocationally related qualification

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- corporate membership of a relevant professional institution - interview

(The verification process must be recorded and available for audit)

• have sufficient occupational expertise so they have up to date experience, knowledge and understanding of the particular aspects of work they are assessing. This could be verified by records of continuing professional development achievements

• only assess in their acknowledged area of occupational competence

• have a sound, in-depth knowledge of, and uphold the integrity of, the sector’s NOS and the Assessment Strategy (this document)

• are prepared to participate in training activities for their continued professional development

• hold, or are working towards, a qualification as listed within ‘Assessing and Assuring Quality of Assessment’, either in the RQF or the SCQF:

- Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment - Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement - Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement - Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement - an appropriate Assessor qualification as identified by SQA Accreditation

or hold one of the following - A1 Assess candidates using a range of methods - D32/33 Assess candidate performance, using differing sources of evidence

Holders of A1 and D32/33 must assess to the current National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Learning and Development. These requirements will be monitored by Gateway Qualifications.

4.5. Qualification-Specific Internal Quality Assurer Requirements

Centres must ensure that internal quality assurers:

• have sufficient, verifiable, relevant up to date experience, knowledge and understanding of the occupational working area at, or above, the level being verified. This must be of sufficient depth to be effective and reliable when verifying judgements about assessors’ assessment processes and decisions. Internal verifiers’ experience, knowledge and understanding could be verified by a combination of:

- curriculum vitae and employer endorsement or references - possession of a relevant NVQ/SVQ, or vocationally related qualification - corporate membership of a relevant professional institution - interview

(The verification process must be recorded and available for audit).

• have expertise so they have up to date experience, knowledge and understanding of the particular aspects of work they are verifying. This could be verified by records of continuing professional development achievements

• have a sound, in-depth knowledge of, and uphold the integrity of, the NOS and the Assessment Strategy (this document)

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• are prepared to participate in training activities for their continued professional development

• hold, or are working towards, a qualification as listed in ‘Assessing and Assuring Quality of Assessment’, either in the RQF or the SCQF:

- Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of the Assessment Process and Practice

- Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Process and Practice

- an appropriate Internal Verifier qualification as identified by SQA Accreditation

or hold one of the following - VI Conduct internal quality assurance of the assessment process - D34 Internal verify the assessment process

• Holders of V1/D34 must quality assure to the current National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Learning and Development.

• It is strongly recommended that within the role of Internal Quality Assurance one of the following qualifications is held. - Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment - Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement - an appropriate Assessor qualification as identified by SQA Accreditation

or one of the following - A1 Assess candidates using a range of methods

- D32/33 Assess candidate performance, using differing sources of evidence. These requirements will be monitored by Gateway Qualifications.

4.6. Qualification-Specific Quality Assurance Requirements

The qualifications must be assessed in accordance with the Constructionskills Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment – Craft, Supervisory, Technical, Managerial and Professional National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs).

4.7. Additional Requirements/Guidance

There are no additional requirements that Learners must satisfy in order for assessment to be undertaken and the unit/qualification to be awarded.

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5. What to do next

For existing centres please contact your named Development Manager or Development Officer. For organisations, not yet registered as Gateway Qualifications centre please contact:

Gateway Qualifications Gateway House 3 Tollgate Business Park Colchester CO3 8AB

Tel: 01206 911211 Email: [email protected]

6. Gateway Qualifications

Gateway Qualifications, a not for profit registered charity, is an Awarding Organisation based in Colchester. We work with learning providers and industry experts to design and develop qualifications that benefit the learner and the employer. We support flexible, responsive and quality assured learning opportunities whether it’s in the classroom, at work, in the community or through distance learning. We are recognised by Ofqual, to design, develop and submit qualifications to the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

mailto:[email protected]

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Gateway Qualifications Gateway House 3 Tollgate Business Park Colchester CO3 8AB 01206 911211 [email protected] www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk

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