A group of students from Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) will be carrying out building surveys at Apedale Light Railway Centre.Students studying the Level 3 BTEC in Construction are visiting the Chesterton tourist attraction on Tuesday 12 November where they will be carrying out building surveys of two of the buildings. The practical visit will help the students to gather evidence for a Building Surveying unit they are currently studying as part of their Level 3 vocational course.
Steve Pinnell, Construction Tutor at NULC, said: “This is a fabulous opportunity for our Construction students to gain practical skills on a real working site. Here at NULC we’re keen to encourage students to gain the practical employability skills that are needed to ensure they progress in to a successful career.”
Steve added: “During the visit students will survey the site to gather evidence on their method of construction, materials and noting of any structural defects. The data collected during the visit will be used to produce formal reports that will form part of their coursework and be marked.”
The College offers a range of full-time, part-time and Apprenticeship courses in Construction at its purpose built £5 million Skills and Technology Centre on Knutton Lane.
Young people wanting to find out more about the courses available are invited to the College’s Open Events on Wednesday 13 November and Thursday 5 December, from 5.30pm – 8.00pm.
Steve Pinnell and construction staff will be providing taster sessions and demonstrations in Bricklaying, Joinery and Painting and Decorating where young people and their parents can get hands on experience of the courses available at NULC.
To find out more about studying Construction at NULC visit www.nulc.ac.uk or contact the Information Point on 01782 254254 or email info@nulc.ac.uk.
