Start your career in construction with this Level 2 Diploma in Wall & Floor Tiling.
This course is designed for those specifically interested in a career as a tradesperson in wall and floor tiling in the construction industry.
You may have completed previous qualifications/experience in other construction trades, or have experience working within the industry as a tiler, either way, as part of this qualification you will learn a wide range of skills and knowledge needed to progress in your career and when working in the industry. You will also learn how to prepare backgrounds for tiling, how to form sand and cement screeds, as well as learn key techniques when tiling wall and floor surfaces.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
As part of this course, you will cover the following modules:
Construction Health & Safety
Health and safety legislation.
Hazards and risks within the construction industry.
Risk mitigation.
Understanding and following method statements.
Stakeholder responsibilities.
Policies and procedures and the role of the Health and Safety Executive.
Understanding the Principles of building construction, information and communication
Identify a range of building materials used with the construction industry
Knowledge of environmental considerations to improve efficiency
Knowledge of construction foundations
Understand the of internal and externals walls, calculating areas, components used in internal and externals walls. Identify materials in mix ratios used in mortar
Knowledge of different types of floors
Communication in the workplace
Preparing backgrounds for tiling
Select the quantity and quality of materials
Use protective materials to protect surrounding areas
Prepare surfaces to apply render/bonding agents
Forming sand and cement screeds
Setting out datums
Setting out dot and screed to produce a flat floor
Setting out dot and screed to a fall
Tile wall surfaces
Apply tiles to wall surfaces
Install trims and movement joints to wall surfaces
Grout and finish tiles to wall surfaces
Tiles floor surfaces
Install floor tiles to steps and various floor surfaces
Install tiles around a shower outlet
Grout and finish tiles to floor areas
HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?
As a Level 2 learner at Preston College, you will have a dedicated, workspace where you can develop your practical skills. The workshops replicate a live working environment, using Industry grade materials. This provides a real flavour of what life in the construction industry is really like.
The practical lesson will be held 1 night per week, 6-9pm with approximately 4-8 hours of independent study, via LMS CANVAS.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
You will be assessed by using a range of controlled online assessments and practical assessments throughout each module. Students also meet regularly with tutors to help plan studies and discuss progress.
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
This qualification could lead to a job as a wall and floor tiler. As a tiler, you may gain employment working for a house-building company, a property development company, or work as part of a small business repairing and refurbishing buildings.
On completion of this qualification, you can progress onto a work-based qualification once you have gained employment in industry. You can also apply for a CSCS skills card that will enable you to work on site as a skilled worker in your chosen trade.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?
As our Construction Centre reflects industry working practices, you will be required to purchase and wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including work boots and overalls (or old clothing).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To undertake this course, you must hold a level 1 qualification in wall and Floor tiling or have substantial experience in industry. We will assess your skills by asking you to complete additional questions on application to gain your level of experience, then a practical skills assessment if you hold industry experience. We require you to be working at a minimum of Entry 3 in English, if you don’t hold an English qualification, you may be required to undertake an assessment.
