STEP INTO FUTURE CAREERS

Intro to the course:

This course will run over 6 weeks on Friday afternoons, Funky Fridays. 

You will engage with several different departments across the college which will help you chose what's best for you.  The theme is Step Beyond Tradition, we would like to support you in learning about the new Green Jobs which are available in our journey to Net Zero. Over the six weeks you will develop knowledge and understanding of:

• Energy and the advances we have made on keeping our homes warm
• Architectural drawing and how the green agenda has changed the job of an architect
• Insulating Building treatments
• VR- BIM Modelling 
• Sustainability

Who is the course for?

This course is suitable for: 

• Learners who may have just left or about to leave school 

What will I study?

• Insight into low carbon technology
• External and Internal wall insulation methods 
• Sustainability in the construction industry
• BIM Modelling - using VR headsets 
• Drawing and CAD 

Next step course options

Completion of the 6 weeks course means you will be invited to a small presentation and issued a certificate for your portfolio.

How will I be assessed?

There are no formal assessments.

Why should I choose this course?

There are many construction opportunities for those who are enthusiastic.

Where can this course lead?

Entry into the Retrofit industry, construction Industry.

What are the entry requirements?

An interest in climate change 

What are the interview arrangements?

No interview required.

Fees, finance and funding:

Fees and finances for other:

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds.

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