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View Qualification : SQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction Operations (Construction)

Qualification
Qualification Number
501/2331/2
Title
SQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction Operations (Construction)
Awarding Organisation
Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA
Fees Price List Url
Qualification Type
QCF
Qualification Sub Type
None
Qualification Level
Level 2
Qualification Sub Level
None
EQF Level
Level 3
Regulation Start Date
01-Oct-2010
Operational Start Date
01-Oct-2010
Operational End Date
28-Feb-2013
Certification End Date
28-Feb-2013
Offered In England
Yes
Offered In Wales
Yes
Offered In Northern Ireland
Yes
Assessment Language In English
Yes
Assessment Language In Welsh
No
Assessment Language In Irish
No
SSA
5.2 Building and Construction
Purpose
D. Confirm occupational competence and/or 'licence to practice'
Sub Purpose
D1. Confirm competence in an occupational role to the standards required
Total Credits
47
Min Credits at/above Level
45
Minimum Guided Learning Hours
157
Maximum Guided Learning Hours
194
Diploma Guided Learning Hours
157
Barring Classification Code
ZZZZ
Overall Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Portfolio of Evidence
Exemptions
Previous achievements of National Qualifications Framework (NQF) National/Scottish Vocational Qualifications (N/SVQ) units will be considered as exemptions for the relevant Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) unit. For clarification, please seek advice from Constructionskills. Other and Equivalent units - currently, no other or equivalent units within the QCF will be considered
Structure Requirements
To achieve this qualification candidates must complete: Group A - both mandatory units, plus; Group B - one optional unit, plus; Group C - the mandatory units from one pathway A minimum of 47 credits is required to be achieved. In addition, candidates may choose to do any of the Additional units. These will not be counted to the achievement of the qualification, but shall be noted on the candidate's record of attainment.
The awarding organisation states that this qualification is appropriate for use in the following age ranges.
Age Ranges
Pre-16 : No; 16-18 : Yes; 18+ : No; 19+ : Yes
Further information
This does not imply that eligibility for funding has been agreed for these age ranges.
For further information on the funding of 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DFE Section 96 website.
For further information on the funding of 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the SFA website.
For further information on funding in Wales, visit the DAQW website.
For further information on funding in Northern Ireland, visit the DELNI and DENI website.
When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of the legal requirements around activities undertaken by learners of specific ages.
Compound Group
CGM 0
Label
CGM 0
Name
CompoundGroup Mandatory 0
Group Requirements
CompoundGroup Mandatory 0
Minimum Credit Value
47
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Unit Group
A
Label
A
Name
Mandatory units for all pathways
Group Requirements
All mandatory units must be achieved totalling 5 credits
Minimum Credit Value
5
Maximum Credit Value
5
Minimum Subcomponents
2
Maximum Subcomponents
2
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Conforming to General Safety in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
F/600/7138
Title
Conforming to General Safety in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 1
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
7
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Conforming to Efficient Working Practices in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
J/600/7139
Title
Conforming to Efficient Working Practices in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
10
Unit Credit Value
3
Unit Group
B
Label
B
Name
Optional units for all pathways
Group Requirements
A minimum of one optional unit must be achieved with a minimum of 8 credits
Minimum Credit Value
8
Maximum Credit Value
10
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
1
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
R/600/7127
Title
Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
33
Unit Credit Value
10
Linked Unit
Segregating the Area for Highways Works in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/600/7101
Title
Segregating the Area for Highways Works in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Compound Group
C
Label
C
Name
Pathways
Group Requirements
Candidates must complete one pathway
Minimum Credit Value
34
Maximum Credit Value
43
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
1
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Unit Group
C1
Label
C1
Name
Pathway 1 - Modular Paving Construction
Group Requirements
Candidates must complete all mandatory units
Minimum Credit Value
35
Maximum Credit Value
35
Minimum Subcomponents
3
Maximum Subcomponents
3
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Installing Street Ironwork in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/600/7129
Title
Installing Street Ironwork in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Linked Unit
Laying Modular Pavement in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
M/600/7104
Title
Laying Modular Pavement in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
63
Unit Credit Value
19
Linked Unit
Setting Out Secondary Dimensional Work Control in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
L/600/8101
Title
Setting Out Secondary Dimensional Work Control in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Unit Group
C2
Label
C2
Name
Pathway 2 - Drainage Construction
Group Requirements
Candidates must complete all mandatory units
Minimum Credit Value
43
Maximum Credit Value
43
Minimum Subcomponents
3
Maximum Subcomponents
3
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Installing Street Ironwork in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/600/7129
Title
Installing Street Ironwork in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Linked Unit
Installing Mains Drainage Systems in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
L/600/7109
Title
Installing Mains Drainage Systems in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
67
Unit Credit Value
20
Linked Unit
Providing Temporary Excavation Support in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
M/600/7118
Title
Providing Temporary Excavation Support in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
50
Unit Credit Value
15
Unit Group
C3
Label
C3
Name
Pathway 3 - Excavation and Reinstatement
Group Requirements
Candidate must complete all of the mandatory units
Minimum Credit Value
34
Maximum Credit Value
34
Minimum Subcomponents
3
Maximum Subcomponents
3
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Reinstating Ground Condition in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
A/600/8157
Title
Reinstating Ground Condition in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
40
Unit Credit Value
12
Linked Unit
Locating and Protecting Utilities Apparatus and Sub-structures in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
T/600/7122
Title
Locating and Protecting Utilities Apparatus and Sub-structures in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
40
Unit Credit Value
12
Linked Unit
Excavating Holes and Trenches – Manual Digging – in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
J/600/7125
Title
Excavating Holes and Trenches – Manual Digging – in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
33
Unit Credit Value
10
Unit Group
C4
Label
C4
Name
Pathway 4 - General Building Operations
Group Requirements
Candidate must complete all of the mandatory units
Minimum Credit Value
41
Maximum Credit Value
41
Minimum Subcomponents
3
Maximum Subcomponents
3
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Laying Kerbs and Channels in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
A/600/7106
Title
Laying Kerbs and Channels in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
47
Unit Credit Value
14
Linked Unit
Laying Modular Pavement in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
M/600/7104
Title
Laying Modular Pavement in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
63
Unit Credit Value
19
Linked Unit
Setting Out Secondary Dimensional Work Control in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
L/600/8101
Title
Setting Out Secondary Dimensional Work Control in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Unit Group
D
Label
D
Name
Additional units
Group Requirements
Candidates may complete any of the additional units, but they will not be counted towards the achievement of the qualification
Minimum Credit Value
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/600/8281
Title
Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Linked Unit
Preparing and Operating Forward Tipping Dumpers to Receive, Transport and Discharge Materials in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
A/600/7977
Title
Preparing and Operating Forward Tipping Dumpers to Receive, Transport and Discharge Materials in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
53
Unit Credit Value
16
Linked Unit
Preparing and Operating Ride-on Rollers to Compact Materials in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
K/600/8073
Title
Preparing and Operating Ride-on Rollers to Compact Materials in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
53
Unit Credit Value
16
Linked Unit
Preparing to and Directing and Guiding Plant and Plant Operations in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
K/600/8087
Title
Preparing to and Directing and Guiding Plant and Plant Operations in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
23
Unit Credit Value
7
Linked Unit
Preparing for, and Arranging and Securing Plant for Haulage in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
M/600/8091
Title
Preparing for, and Arranging and Securing Plant for Haulage in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
53
Unit Credit Value
16
Linked Unit
Preparing and Operating Specialised Powered Tools and Equipment in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/600/8099
Title
Preparing and Operating Specialised Powered Tools and Equipment in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
13
Unit Credit Value
4
Linked Unit
Slinging and Signalling the Movement of Loads _Secondary Role_ in the Workplace
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
R/600/8102
Title
Slinging and Signalling the Movement of Loads _Secondary Role_ in the Workplace
Organisation Name
Constructionskills
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
8
Barred Units
There are no barred units to display.
Qualification Objectives
ObjectiveResponse
GCSEs priortised to measure school and/or teacher performanceNot Set
Other GCSEsNot Set
Other level 1, 2 and1/2 qualifications used to indicate learners' attainment on completion of compulsory schooling and included in measures of school and/or teacher performanceNot Set
GCEs and ASNot Set
Other level 3 qualifications designed to demonstrate eligibility for progression to higher education and/or used to measure school or college performanceNot Set
ESOL qualifications that are required for citizenshipNot Set
Qualifications that indicate an individual can undertake a specific role in the workplace and that may be relied upon by employersNot Set
Qualifications that an individual is required by law to have gained in order to undertake a specific roleNot Set
Qualifications taken primarily for growth and enjoymentNot Set
Qualifications that are designed to meet the needs of a named employer or other organisationNot Set
Qualifications that are included within apprenticeships frameworks, including functional skillsNot Set
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