Carpentry and Joinery — Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Construction Trades
Course ID: 173196
Course Year: 24/25
What to expect from the course
- About the Apprenticeship
The broad purpose of the occupation is working with building materials (most often wood) to create and install building components. This typically involves shaping and cutting materials, installing finished materials like partitions, doors, staircases, window frames, mouldings, timber floor coverings and erecting structural components such as floor joists and roofs. All work needs to be carried out safely, using the appropriate tools and to the quality specified.
About the Role
There are two pathways available for apprentices on this standard: Architectural Joinery and Site Carpentry.
On-Programme Learning
Apprentices need to complete 20% off-the-job training during the on-programme phase of their apprenticeship.Specific rules govern this and it must take place in the apprentice’s contracted hours.
Advanced Architectural Joinery Pathway
Advanced Architectural Joiners are employed in a workshop producing complex building components by setting out, marking out and producing assembled components requiring advanced skilled work including the full range of woodworking machines.
Knowledge
Apprentice Joiners will understand technology including the purpose and capabilities of software programmes used for architectural joinery work and how to use CAD to produce drawings and the process for programming. They will be able to form shaped woodworking joints and know how to mark out woodworking joints for shaped work.They will be able to set out and mark out for shaped joinery products and know how to manufacture and repair shaped joinery products.
Skills
Apprentices will interpret relevant information from drawings, specifications and work instructions.They will be able to estimate resource quantities to carry out work taking site measurements where appropriate.Apprentice Joiners will be able to set out, mark out and form products using shaped woodworking joints. They will manufacture, assemble, finish and repair shaped doors, fire doors, frames and straight stairs with turns.
Behaviours
Apprentices will develop their workplace behaviours, learning to work with others, build positive working relationships, interact with, and influence colleagues and will have working level contact with customers, suppliers and partners in their capacity as an individual contributor.Apprentices will develop strong oral and written communication skills, use their own initiative and take a structured approach to the prioritisation of tasks.
Advanced Site Carpentry Pathway
Advanced Site Carpenters work on building sites in the construction of domestic and commercial properties, preparing and installing complex and bespoke building components. They prepare, construct and erect irregular and complex roof structures.
Knowledge
Apprentice Site Carpenters will understand the different types of fixings and fasteners for site carpentry work including their uses. They will know how to form advanced woodworking joints and how to carry out complex first fixing work. They will know how to carry out complex second fixing work and complex structural carcassing work. Apprentices will know how to install and maintain structural and non-structural carpentry components and how to replace glazing, how to reinstate surfaces.
Skills
Apprentice Site Carpenters will carry out first fixing work and erect complex trussed rafter roofs and bracings, verge and eave components, dormer windows to roofs.They will be able to install floor joists and maintain structural and non-structural carpentry work including doors, windows and structural timbers, replace glazing, reinstate surfaces, timber doors, window frames, mouldings, guttering and fixings and replace sash window cords.
Behaviours
Apprentices will develop their workplace behaviours, learning to work with others, build positive working relationships, interact with, and influence colleagues and will have working level contact with customers, suppliers and partners in their capacity as an individual contributor.Apprentices will develop strong oral and written communication skills, use their own initiative and take a structured approach to the prioritisation of tasks.Qualifications
Apprentices will achieve a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery. Why study with us?
The City of Liverpool College will provide an Apprenticeship Training Manual for each student, access to C&G Smart Screen online learning resources, access to online EPA preparation tool personalised to the individual student and additional EPA pack and guidance. The College will also ensure that tuition for any additional Maths and English qualifications required will be provided to the level required for the standard.
Student Benefits
Academy Bakery
The Academy Bakery is located on the Duke Street campus, producing a range of first class baked goods daily. These include artisan breads, patisserie and biscuits, as well as special occasion/novelty cakes by award-winning master-bakers. Students are offered a range of discounts throughout the year.
The Academy Bakery
Academy Hair and Beauty Salons
Duke Street is also home to The Academy Hair and Beauty salons. They offer generous student discounts on a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, at a fraction of high-street prices. These include styling, cutting, perming, highlights, facials, manicures, electrolysis and traditional and homeopathic massage.
The Academy Salons
Academy Restaurant
Duke Street campus is also home to the College’s Academy Restaurant. Often referred to by it’s customers as Liverpool’s hidden gem, the restaurant serves top class cuisine, at highly competitive prices. Food is expertly prepared by professional chef/tutors and young chefs in training and offers students a range of discounts at different times of the year.
The Academy Restaurant
Microsoft Office 365 - Free
When you become a student of the College you’ll receive full access to Microsoft Office 365. This allows you to install the software on your own computer and other devices at home, completely free of charge.
Onsite Sports Facilities/Fitness Suite
The college has excellent sports and fitness facilities at its Roscoe Street campus. Students pay a one-off membership fee for all year round usage of weekly supervised gym sessions, as well as access to a number of sporting clubs and events.
Career pathways
- Apprentices who complete this apprenticeship will be well placed to continue as a fully qualified Joiner or Carpenter.
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements are typically determined b y the employer, but generally include 5 GCSE' s grade A-C, or ability to demonstrate the a ppropriate knowledge, skills and competency l evels.
Fees
All fees will be paid by your employer. Employers should contact the Apprenticeship team directly for more information, as fees vary based on a number of factors. Government contributions may be available to apprenticeship employers. To find out more, please contact the apprenticeships team at asktheteam@liv-coll.ac.uk or 0151 252 3800
