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TradeS & Technology Innovation Directorate
Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction
Programme Handbook
Semester 2 – 2016-2017
(Swanson)
Table of Contents
Introduction2
Programme Structure3
Qualifications on Completion4
Career Opportunities4
Further Training4
Assessment Procedure5
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (reading, writing, spelling, listening and numeracy)6
Timetable6
Equipment Required6
Additional Costs6
Course Equipment and Safety Equipment7
Health and Safety7
Specific Guidelines for Students in the Elementary Construction Area7
Absences9
Attendance9
Introduction
Welcome to the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction programme for 2016-2017.
This Certificate has been specifically designed to allow students to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to complete all of the units in the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction.
This handbook will provide you with information which will assist you, especially in your initial stages with NorthTec.
Graduate Profile
Graduates successfully completing the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction will be strongly placed to either complete the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Carpentry and from there go on and be strongly placed to gain a Carpentry apprenticeship.
Programme Structure
This course is Unit Standards based and therefore you will be credited with each Unit as you are assessed by your Tutor who deems you to be competent.
To complete the theory requirements for the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction you must obtain a minimum of 60 credits from the table below:
Unit No
Description
Credits
12927v3
Handtools, 2015
6
12932
Construct timber garden furniture and items , 2015
8
12933
Complete minor concrete works as a BCATS pro, 2015 (Elective)
4
12936
Construct a non-consent timber framed utility, 2015 (Elective)
8
24350
Identify, select, maintain, and use portable, 2015
6
24351
Demonstrate knowledge of and use specified f, 2015
6
24353
Demonstrate knowledge of and create sketches, 2015
6
24354
Apply safe working practices in a BCATS work, 2015
4
24357
Information in relation to BCATS projects, 2015
4
24358
Plan and monitor the construction of a BCATS, 2015
2
24360
Demonstrate knowledge of timber and other co, 2015
5
24361
Apply mathematical processes to BCATS projec, 2015
3
12935
Use Elementary Construction skills to erect a spaced Residential timber deck , 2015 (Elective)
8
22129
Erect and Maintain a basic residential fence and gate as a BCATS Project, 2015 (Elective)
7
6400
First Aid , 2015
2
6401
Provide First Aid , 2015
1
6402
Provide resuscitation, 2015
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Qualifications on Completion
Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction.
To obtain the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Elementary Construction you must achieve a minimum of 60 credits. The programme is to be completed within 16 weeks of study.
Successful graduates will also qualify for the level 2 National Certificate in Building Construction and Allied Trade Skills.(BCATS)
Career Opportunities
When you have successfully completed this programme you will be strongly placed to secure an apprenticeship in a building related industry. To place yourself in a better position to gain a Carpentry apprenticeship, it is recommended that you go on to complete the Northland Polytechnic Certificate in Carpentry.
Further Training
Graduates of this programme may be eligible to apply for entry into a variety of further tertiary education and training programmes relating to this field of study offered by a number of tertiary providers including:
· The New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills Level 3
· ITAB Apprenticeship – studying for National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)
· The New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry Level 4 (2017 onwards)
· New Zealand Certificate in Construction Supervisor Level 5
· New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology Level 6
· New Zealand Diploma in Construction Management Level 6
Assessment Procedure
All assessment for this course is competency based, and mainly consists of assignments, tests and project work. All assessments must be satisfactorily completed in order to achieve a pass in this course. You will receive assessment details and schedules separately.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (reading, writing, spelling, listening and numeracy)
To assist us in supporting student success, all students enrolled on level 1-3 programmes can expect to complete language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) diagnostic assessments. The results of the assessment will help both you and your tutor understand your literacy and numeracy needs so that your tutor can support your studies with good confidence and understanding:
The intention is to help:
· Provide you with an awareness of the language, literacy and numeracy demands of your programme, and of LLN’s importance to your learning, you being successful at your chosen career and enjoyment of everyday life.
· Provide you with strategies to recognise your current language, literacy and numeracy skills.
· Provide the teaching strategies and moments to allow you to improve your LLN skills and to apply those to your learning.
· Encourage and develop your ability to become a self-directed learner (through improved confidence in your study skills).
You will be able to repeat the test before finishing your programme to see how you have improved.
(LLN diagnostic results are not part of your grades for the course)
Note: The purpose of giving overall class tests is to help with your individual learning and help the tutor put in place learning strategies. You may feel that your prior education should exclude you from the test, however, many people do have difficulties with literacy and numeracy and the purpose of doing the test as a class as a whole is to ensure that no individuals are singled out, so please complete the test so that the results are fair and accurate to support everyone’s learning.
Timetable
This is a 24 hour per week course and semester one runs for 16 weeks from 17 October 2016 – 3 February 2017. For student allowance purposes, it is deemed to be a full time course.
Term Schedule
This course is 16 weeks in duration with one 3-week break over the Christmas break.
Semester Two
17 October 2016 – 16 December 2016
19 December 2016 – 6 January 2017 Christmas Holiday Break
9 January 2017 - 3 February 2017( Total of 16 weeks)
Lunch break is for 30 minutes at 12 noon
Equipment Required
A set of tools plus earmuffs, safety boots, and safety glasses are provided as part of the course. Students must maintain their tools for the duration of the course. Any losses or breakages are the responsibility of the student.
Tools etc will stay on the property of North Tec for the duration of the course and are not to be taken home.
Additional Costs
If you do not already have an NZQA registration number, we advise you to register with them, this will cost $25.00.
Course Equipment and Safety Equipment
An initial basic stationery kit along with a standard tool kit consisting of earmuffs, safety glasses and standard tools and apron will be provided. A pair of sfety boots will also be issued.
Graduates retain the hand tools, boots and apron at course completion.
Please Note:
The trade drawing set squares and the F X 82 MS Scientific Calculators remain the property of NorthTec and the Elementary Construction course.
These do not form a part of the student’s property to take away at the end of the course nor are they to be removed from course activities or taken home during the duration of the course.
The Correct footwear must be worn at all times on this course.
Health and Safety
You must wear approved safety boots, with socks, on the course at all times. Any student not complying (e.g. wearing jandals, canvas shoes, or bare feet) will be sent off site during practical work.
NorthTec has obligations under the current Occupation Health & Safety Legislation. This legislation dictates specific clothing, safety and behaviour requirements be met in classrooms and on any building sites.
A Site induction, including Hazard Identification will be carried out at each new Site.
All cell phones must be turned off during all class and course times.
Specific Guidelines for Students in the Elementary Construction Area
A. Workshops
Safety
All new students must familiarise themselves with the fire exits, muster points and first aid stations.
High safety standards and appropriate behavioural standards are expected at all times.
Any student displaying dangerous or unsafe work habits will be subject to the disciplinary procedures identified in the Student Diary.
Tools and Equipment
Hand tools are to be accounted for daily, prior to lock up.
Damage and or loss of tools/equipment shall be reported to the tutor immediately.
Hand tools shall be maintained and kept in working order by the student responsible.
Security
All windows and doors are to be checked and locked at the end of each day.
Housekeeping
The community workshop is to be left swept and tidy at the end of each lesson.
Rubbish drums are to be emptied as appropriate.
Smoking is not permitted in any part of the workshop. Smoking in dedicated areas only on campus and site.
All portable tools will be returned to the designated place of storage when not in use.
Work benches will be left clean (underneath and on top).
Dust and debris must be swept up and placed in bins.
B. Classroom
Housekeeping
The classroom is to be kept tidy at all times and swept weekly.
Security
Windows and side doors are to be locked at the end of the day.
C. Storage
Housekeeping
All portable tools are to be returned to their proper place when not in use. The floor area is to be kept swept and tidy at all times.
Security
The storeroom is to be locked during all breaks.
D. External Working Areas
Housekeeping
All outside work areas must be kept tidy, free of off-cuts, etc at all times.
Absences
Unavoidable absences will be accepted provided the course tutor or administrator is informed as soon as possible and the absence is explained on the student’s return to the course.
All absences will be entered onto the student’s personal file and these are taken into account when compiling the student’s final course report.
Doctors or dentist appointments should be made outside training time when possible.
If you will be absent from the course for any reason please contact your course tutor.
Attendance
Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement for several reasons:
· 80% attendance is a course requirement.
· Employers expect this in the work place and this course is intended to develop student to a work ready condition.
· The disruption caused by students arriving late to class or leaving early on a regular basis or requesting additional assistance to cover absences is not acceptable.
Who’s Who
Academic Staff
TutorWalter Wilde 021 744 764
Programme Leader Taina Savage 027 555 3930 or
09 470 3986
Administrative Staff
Directorate AdministratorMichelle Hollinger 09 470 3604
Enquiries and Enrolments09 470 3734 or
0800 162 100
RegistryAdmissions Team 09 470 3889
Student Support
Student Success provides a range of services to support students in their learning journeys and to ensure they have every opportunity to succeed.
The Student Success team consists of:
Student Council
09 470 3875
Anti-harassment and bullying contact people
0800 808 856
Careers Advisor
0800 808 856 and ask for a Careers Advisor
Additional Information
Please refer to your Student Diary for further information on -
Academic Appeals
Concerns and Formal Complaints
Aegrotat Application
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
Withdrawal / Refund Policy
Change of Address/Name
Parking
Smoking
Security
Library and Student Facilities
These above publications contain important information about facilities and services that are available and your rights and responsibilities as a student at NorthTec.
BE SURE TO READ THEM
Confidentiality Statement
All results that are held by the Polytechnic are confidential to the student. Any results that are passed on to the Ministry of Education for statistical reasons will be in a format where individual identities are not revealed.
Express permission to use information about students is obtained from students at registration, allowing disclosure to the NZQA and the agencies specified in S97 of the Privacy Act.
If a situation arises that is not covered by the above, specific permission is sought from the student.
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