This five-month course, is a hands-on, practical programme. You’ll take part in site visits with industry partners, gain valuable real-world experience, and build the skills employers are looking for.
On successful completion, you’ll achieve an NPA qualification in civil engineering and be guaranteed an interview with an employer – offering a direct route into the industry as a civil engineering operative.
Developed in partnership with the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA), this course aims to address the skills gap within the industry and develop the next generation of civil engineering operatives in Scotland.
The course combines lectures and workshops with plenty of hands-on, on-site experience — with most of your time spent outdoors putting your skills into practice.
During the course, you’ll cover topics such as:
All students receive a full set of branded personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by CECA.
Key information you should know about this course.
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Learners will benefit most from this course if they have a general academic ability at SCQF Level 3 or above in english, mathematics, and related technical and graphical subjects.
Students should have an interest in working within a practical environment.
NPA in Construction Operations (SCQF Level 5).
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to a Modern Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering Operations or the following courses at North East Scotland College:
On successful completion, students are guaranteed an interview with an employer, providing a direct route into the industry as a civil engineering operative.
Employers who have signed up to CECA guarantee a 75% employment rate as civil engineering operatives for successful candidates.
“I’m a practical person and after doing the construction course while I was still at school, I knew I wanted to get started in the industry. I’m enjoying learning and the lecturers are great, they’re helpful, friendly, and really encourage me.”
“I’ve really enjoyed my time at College. The facilities are excellent and it’s good to be able to use machinery and equipment that we don’t have access to onsite. The lecturers are great and because they’ve all come from industry they have a huge pool of knowledge. It’s really helpful to be able to talk through the work I’m doing in my day-to-day job with them. “
“I like the fact that with an apprenticeship you are learning from those around you. The best thing for me is working with these experienced joiners and picking up hints and tips. In my field everyone has their own way of doing things – but they get the same result.”
“I’ve been so surprised by the meditative qualities of working with wood and it’s such an antidote to digital life.”
“One of the best things about the course was having the opportunity to gain experience in the different construction trades and broaden my knowledge of the industry as a whole. The course gave me the experience and knowledge I needed to stand out amongst the other applicants for an apprenticeship.”
“I came to NESCol when I left school to study on the Construction Crafts (SCQF Level 5) course, which lets you experience the different construction trades.”
“Every day is different so there is a good variety.”
“To any other girls who are thinking of a career in construction: stick with it! NESCol will give you skills for a lifelong career as well as the opportunity to explore creatively.”
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