Diploma in Basic Concrete - Level 3
Overview
Concrete is a construction material that is used globally to build commercial and residential buildings. Its many advantages such as the increase in strength over time, cost-effectiveness, durability and energy efficiency has made it a desired choice over wood and a mandatory skill to get into or progress within the construction and engineering industry.
If you came here wanting to master basic concrete, you are at the right place as this Diploma in Basic Concrete – Level 3 will enlighten you thoroughly on concrete and its application. This basic course will first relay the fundamentals of concrete, its properties and uses. You will then be briefed on the concrete that was used in the Roman period and on the Portland cement to give a background to the subject.
After learning about mineral admixtures and blended cements, this program will educate you on concrete production, concrete slump test and concrete curing. The course will also focus on the environmental, safety and health issues related to concrete and on the hand mixing procedures of concrete to ensure a safe working environment. By the end of this course, you will have a significant basic knowledge on concrete to further your education or training in the subject.
The course has been endorsed under the ABC Awards and Certa Awards Quality Licence Scheme. This means that Global Edulink* has undergone an external quality check to ensure that the organisation and the courses it offers, meet defined quality criteria. The completion of this course alone does not lead to a regulated qualification* but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills gained. The Learner Unit Summary may be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this subject. To this end the learning outcomes of the course have been benchmarked at Level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.
The course itself has been designed by Global Edulink* to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications. ABC Awards & Certa Awards endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.
*South London College is an approved reselling partner for ABC Awards courses under Global Edulink
*Regulated qualification refers to those qualifications that are regulated by Ofqual / CCEA / Qualification Wales
Why study at South London College?
South London College offers the most convenient path to gain recognised skills and training that will give you the opportunity to put into practice your knowledge and expertise in an IT or corporate environment. You can study at your own pace at South London College and you will be provided with all the necessary material, tutorials, qualified course instructor, narrated e-learning modules and free resources which include Free CV writing pack, free career support and course demo to make your learning experience more enriching and rewarding.
What Will I Learn?
KEY FEATURES
High quality e-learning study materials and mock exams.
Tutorials/materials from the industry leading experts.
24/7 Access to the Learning Portal.
Benefits of applying TOTUM Discount Card.
Recognised Accredited Qualification.
Excellent customer service and administrative support.
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| Entry Requirements |
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| Access Duration |
The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course. The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time. |
| Method of Assessment |
In order to complete the Diploma in Basic Concrete – Level 3 successfully, all students are required to complete a series of assignments. The completed assignments must be submitted via the online portal. Your instructor will review and evaluate your work and provide your feedback based on how well you have completed your assignments. |
| Certification |
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course). Course Code: QLS-04868 |
| Awarding body (Accreditation) |
ABC Awards and Certa Awards have long-established reputations for providing high quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. ABC Awards and Certa Awards combine over 180 years of expertise combined with a responsive, flexible and innovative approach to the needs of our customers. Renowned for excellent customer service, and quality standards, ABC Awards and Certa Awards also offer regulated qualifications for all ages and abilities post-14; all are developed with the support of relevant stakeholders to ensure that they meet the needs and standards of employers across the UK. |
| Progression and Career Path | Once you successfully completed the Level 3 Diploma in Basic Concrete, you will gain knowledge and skills that will give your career the jumpstart you have always wanted. With this completion you can further expand your education or go onto work in numerous positions that will also put you in line to demand a higher salary or job promotion. The average UK salary per annum according to https://www.payscale.com is given below.
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Course Curriculum
| 01. Concrete Introduction | |||
| Concrete Introduction | 00:00:00 | ||
| 02. Roman Period | |||
| Roman Period | 00:00:00 | ||
| 03. Portland Cement | |||
| Portland cement | 00:00:00 | ||
| 04. Reinforcement | |||
| Reinforcement | 00:00:00 | ||
| 05. Mineral Admixtures And Blended Cements | |||
| Mineral Admixtures and Blended Cements | 00:00:00 | ||
| ☑ Assignment | |||
| Assignment Brief I – Basic Concrete Level 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| ☑ Submit Your Assignment | |||
| Assignment Submission – Basic Concrete Level 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| 06. Concrete Production | |||
| Concrete Production | 00:00:00 | ||
| 07. Concrete Slump Test | |||
| Concrete Slump Test | 00:00:00 | ||
| 08. Curing | |||
| Curing | 00:00:00 | ||
| 09. Concrete Properties | |||
| Concrete Properties | 00:00:00 | ||
| ☑ Assignment | |||
| Assignment Brief II – Basic Concrete Level 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| ☑ Submit Your Assignment | |||
| Assignment Submission – Basic Concrete Level 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| 10. Making Concrete | |||
| Making Concrete | 00:00:00 | ||
| 11. Concrete Block | |||
| Concrete Block | 00:00:00 | ||
| 12. Environmental | |||
| Environmental | 00:00:00 | ||
| 13. Hand Mixing Concrete Procedures | |||
| Hand Mixing Concrete Procedures | 00:00:00 | ||
| ☑ Assignment | |||
| Assignment Brief III – Basic Concrete Level 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| ☑ Submit Your Assignment | |||
| Assignment Submission – Basic Concrete Level 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
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