Students in construction classroom

What You Will Study

The core component focuses on knowledge and understanding around:

  • Fundamental Health and Safety practices associated with carrying out construction and BSE work
  • Scientific principles related to construction activities
  • The construction industry and careers within it
  • Principles of sustainability and design, relevant to construction projects
  • Information, data and principles of measurements
  • Tools, equipment and materials used in BSE work
  • Legislation, regulations and approved standards that apply to BSE systems

Within this specialism you will develop an understanding, skills and knowledge around:

  • Fundamental safe working practices associated with gas engineering
  • Tools and equipment associated with the installation of gas systems
  • Installation, maintenance, repair and service requirements of gas systems and appliances
  • Scientific principles used in gas engineering
  • Measuring and marking of components and pipework

On successful completion you will be able to:

  • Install gas systems
  • Commission gas systems
  • Maintain gas systems
  • Decommission gas systems
  • How You Will Be Assessed

    The core component will be assessed by two externally set exams covering knowledge from the building services engineering common core components with an employer set project.

    The occupational specialism is assessed you will complete an occupational specific assignment that will incorporate both knowledge and practical skills for the specialism.

  • Entry Requirements

    5 GCSEs at Grade 9–5, including English, Maths and Science.

  • Further Study

    This qualification focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed for working in the building services engineering industry, which will prepare you to enter the industry through employment or as an apprentice.

    In addition, the completion of this qualification gives you the opportunity to progress onto Higher Education courses and training.