Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 2 (part-time) - Bridgwater & Taunton College

Course Overview

This course will appeal to you if you wish to follow a career in wood occupations such as site carpentry or bench joinery. You will be taught in dedicated wood occupations workshops that are well-equipped with a range of carpentry tools. Classrooms and computer facilities enhance the workshops and provide a link between practical and knowledge aspects of the course.

Units studied may include:

  • Timber technology
  • Advanced hand tool skills
  • Power tool skills
  • Advanced woodworking joints
  • Timber ironmongery
  • Understanding access equipment
  • Knowledge of information, quantities and communication
  • Understanding the construction industry.

Assessment Methods

Practical coursework will be marked through set practical tasks and a synoptic test piece. Underpinning knowledge is assessed through internally set test papers and an online exam.

Progression Options

You could progress on to an Apprenticeship in either bench joinery or carpentry and joinery, if suitable employment is secured, or enrol on a Level 3 course.

Course Summary

Course Title Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 2 (part-time)
Entry Requirements

You need five GCSEs in the 9 to 2 range including English, or an appropriate Level 1 qualification such as the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery. Course entry is subject to an initial assessment to determine the appropriate level of study and a successful interview.

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