Construction and the built environment

Principal Learning in Construction and the Built Environment provides an introduction to the broad occupational areas in the sector, opportunities to acquire valuable skills and to learn about a wide range of different industries, such as architecture, structural steelwork, painting and decorating, glazing and surveying. The range of topics brings together these related industries and considers relevant issues such as sustainability and effects on the environment.

It includes

  • Designing the built environment - exploring how the built environment is designed and constructed, how it impacts on people and communities; and how history, politics and economics affect it.
  • Create the built environment - develops a range of skills and knowledge needed in different industries ñ for example, using tools,and understanding modern construction methods and materials.
  • Valuing and using the built environment - analyses the need for good management and continuous maintenance and understanding the importance of good design, workmanship and teamwork.:

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