About the course

This course is subject to change. Please check back here at regular intervals for more information.

The purpose of this qualification is for learners to know and undertake fundamental Electrotechnical systems engineering processes and procedures. Learners will have the opportunity to plan, perform and evaluate their work whilst using a range of materials, methods and techniques.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE’s grade 4 and above to include English and Maths

How much does it cost?

Free to those aged 16-18

This course is not currently available for 19+ learners.

There is a range of financial support that you may be entitled to, including Learner Support funds, grants and bursaries.

Who is it suitable for?

For those looking to progress into a Electrotechnical career in the Building Services Industry.

Why study?

T Levels are designed to deliver world-class technical education and give you a new choice after GCSEs. The Construction T level has been designed with leading businesses and employers in the construction industry and gives you:

• A thorough understanding of concepts and theories of the construction industry.
• The opportunity to solve real life problems in the construction industry.
• Valuable experience of learning from the experts through working side by side with those in the construction industry on your industry placement so that you have the chance to learn what this career is like in the real world while you continue your studies.
• Specialist knowledge and skills of electrical and electronic systems engineering.

Learners will develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in:

• Health and safety practices associated with carrying out electrotechnical systems engineering
• Installation methods and termination of connections
• Systems and products used in electrotechnical engineering
• Analysing and using information to and from electrotechnical systems
• Removal processes as part of system decommissioning

Where will this course take me?

T Levels offer many opportunities for progression:

Enter Employment: You can use the skills, knowledge and experience you have gained to start working in the cybersecurity industry right away.

Progress to University: You can use the UCAS points you achieve as a result of completing your T level to continue your studies at university.

Apprenticeship: There are many opportunities offered through apprenticeships that allow you to carry on learning (20%) whilst spending most of your time (80%) furthering your skills in the workplace.

There are a variety of careers you can pursue once you have completed the course as the knowledge, skills and behaviours you will develop are highly prized within a broad range of businesses.

The T Level study programme is eligible for UCAS points.  A T-Level 3xDistinction* is worth the same as 3xA-Levels at A* and will be recognised by universities.

Core modules

Year 1 is made up of three key parts: 

1. Core: Knowledge and understanding of contexts, concepts and theories of the construction industry:

• Health and Safety in Construction
• Construction Science Principles
• Construction Design Principles
• Construction and the Built Environment Industry
• Construction Sustainability Principles
• Construction Measurement Principles
• Building Technology Principles
• Construction Information and Data Principles
• Relationship Management in Construction
• Digital Technology in Construction
• Construction Commercial / Business Principles
• Building Services Engineering (BSE) Systems History 
• Maintenance Principles 
• Tools, Equipment and Materials 
• English, Maths and digital skills needed in the construction industry 

2. Employer Set Project: A project set by construction leaders that requires you to apply your knowledge to a real-life problem in the industry. 

3. Industry Placement: Towards the end of the year, you will get the opportunity to put the knowledge and skills you have learned in to action as you start your industry placement. You will work with an external construction industry employer to apply your knowledge and develop your technical skills in a real-life construction workplace.

Year 2 is made up of two key parts:

1. You will specialise in Electrotechnical Engineering; studying and practicing this branch of the construction industry will help you to develop specialist knowledge and skills on how to install, commission and maintain electrical and electronic systems.

2. Continuation of your Industry Placement; with an external construction industry employer which will develop your technical skills and apply your knowledge in a workplace environment.

Across year one and two, you will complete at least 45 days in total working in the construction industry, giving you valuable experience in the workplace and employers the chance to see the new talent in their industry.

How will I be assessed?

Year 1:

Core Assessment: Externally Set Test – Paper 1 and Paper 2 are both graded A*-E.

Employer Set Project: Externally assessed project work is graded A*-E.

Industry Placement: Evidence log to show completion of hours required and evidence of development of technical skills and application of knowledge in a workplace environment. 

Year 2:

Synoptic assessment to judge how well the competence requirements have been met. Graded: Distinction, Merit or Pass.

Industry Placement: Evidence log to show completion of hours required and evidence of development of technical skills and application of knowledge in a workplace environment.

Will I have to provide anything?

A textbook must be purchased (approx £34) plus Uniform, for placements and days in realistic working environment. The cost of the uniform will be met by the College and not the learner.

• Folders
• Pens
• Paper
• Recommended course text as per your interview, enrolment information to follow.