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Permanent modular building assembly – Apprenticeship unit (level 2)

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Information about Permanent modular building assembly – Apprenticeship unit (level 2)

This apprenticeship unit is for existing construction workers who, with the support of their employer, need to upskill to construct and assemble modular buildings designed for long term use.

Apprenticeship units are short, flexible training courses based on employer-designed occupational standards.

You can only enrol your existing employees in an apprenticeship unit. Employees who are already doing an apprenticeship cannot do them.

Knowledge and skills learners will gain
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Technical knowledge

  • The principles of environment, health, safety and welfare and how they must be applied in relation to their work and to others.
  • The responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance to undertake the work e.g. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations, Manual Handling and Working at Height Regulations.
  • Application methods of passive fire protection products such as mineral wools, intumescent tapes and fillers.
  • How to set out components in relation to datum points to maintain dimensional control.
  • How to install, check and record to achieve alignment and level.
  • Component identification marks, their meaning and the implications on working methods e.g. lifting points marked on drawings, lifting configurations, specialised handling restrictions and step areas on unit roof zones.
  • How to select and fix the appropriate temporary works for transportation, e.g.: edge protection, walk-on strips.
  • The different methods of installation and removal of products such as structural elements, flooring units, stairs, pods, modules and cladding.
  • The properties of a range of fixings, connections, materials and their applications e.g. the purpose and use of wall plates and brackets.
  • The range of material types, their performance, options, quality and installation methods e.g. preventing cold bridges and forming fire stops.

Technical skills

  • Identify and apply safe working practices in accordance with current legislation, health, safety and welfare regulations, Approved Codes of Practice, company guidance, site specific requirements and taking account of changing circumstances.
  • Interpret survey information supplied. Measure, mark, align, position and set out lines, ground-cleats, anchorages and modular landing grids according to drawings and specifications.
  • Identify and select components according to material identification marks, unique identification numbers, references and construction-installation sequence.
  • Assemble and record components in accordance with specifications, sequence and drawings including landing, securing, activating retaining components, positional accuracy and securing using specified fixings and methods.
  • Select, pre-form, assemble and install internal inter-modular service connections in accordance with drawings, specifications, manufacturer’s instructions and regulatory compliance.
  • Carry out and record validation testing of connected services upon installation and connection, in accordance and alignment with the applicable standards and regulations.
  • Install temporary protection and utilise the specified mounted safety equipment according to drawings and specifications.
  • Select, pre-form, assemble and install internal inter-modular fire stopping and internal building fabric- finishing components and materials in accordance with drawings, specifications, manufacturer’s instructions and regulatory compliance.
  • Apply finishing products to quality standard in accordance with drawings and project specifications.
  • Use weatherproofing and external inter-modular fire stopping materials and fixings in accordance with drawings, specifications, manufacturer’s instructions and regulatory compliance.
  • Assemble, position and install manufactured components such as structural elements, flooring units, stairs, pods, modules and cladding.
Training category (sector)
Construction and the built environment
Training level
2
Equal to GCSE
Delivery hours
140 delivery hours
Delivery hours are the minimum amount of time a learner will spend with their instructor while on the course. This does not include coursework or self-paced activities.
Duration
Exact duration depends on the training provider. Contact them to find out more.
Maximum funding
£3,200
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship unit training and assessment costs.

View more information about Permanent modular building assembly – Apprenticeship unit (level 2) from Skills England.