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The programme includes a good amount of vocational practice to demonstrate the various opportunities that can be followed in various sectors. The course includes woodwork, plumbing, sheetmetal, benchfitting and electrical practical exercises. Successful students would have experienced and gained enough knowledge to follow the Foundation Level 2 programme. MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 2 Course Code 11/04/02 Level 2 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 1 year full-time Fees - Entry MCAST Introductory Certificate Or Finished Compulsory Education and a Pass in MCAST Tests Study Units Core Units: English, Maltese, Mathematics, Information Technology, Personal Development Specialist Study Units: Workshop Practice, Workshop Technology, Engineering Science & Materials, Engineering Communication/Measuring and Marking out, Technological Project About The Course The programme is designed for school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in an area which is closer to their interests. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. This course provides practical and theoretical aspects of four main trades (Electrical, Mechanical, Sheetmetal, Plumbing and Woodtrades). Successful students would have experienced a good basis in tools; materials and process handling in various trades. It would enable the student to choose and progress in one specific trade as a career. Students who apply to join a Vocational Foundation Course at Level 2 shall be required to pass MCAST tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Foundation Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a oneyear course which should help them to progress to the Foundation Course at Level 2 the following year. MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction in Stone and Trowel Trades - Level 2 Course Code 11/04/03 Level 2 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 1 year full-time Fees - Entry MCAST Introductory Certificate Or Finished Compulsory Education and a Pass in MCAST Tests Study Units Core Units: English, Maltese, Mathematics, Information Technology, Personal Development Specialist Study Units: Workshop Practice, Workshop Technology, Working Safely in Construction, Engineering Communication/Measuring and Setting out Processes, Integrating in Working Relationship/Handling and Storage/Access in Building Projects About The Course The programme is designed for school leavers to follow a structured programme of study in an area related to trowel trades and construction in stone. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. This will be the first step for those students who wish to continue studying so as to obtain a builder’s licence. This course includes both basic practical and theoretical elements of the building craft as well as plastering, tiling and decoration both with paint as well as by other means. The course’s aim is to convey basic knowledge and skills with regard to handling of tools, use of materials and the different processes required for this particular craft. Students who apply to join a Vocational Foundation Course at Level 2 shall be required to pass MCAST tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Foundation Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a oneyear course which should help them to progress to the Foundation Course at Level 2 the following year. MCAST Foundation Certificate in Stone and Wood Heritage Skills (Riffied) - Level 2 Course Code 11/04/04 Level 2 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 1 year full-time Fees - Entry MCAST Introductory Certificate Or Finished Compulsory Education and a Pass in MCAST Tests Study Units Core Units: English, Maltese, Mathematics, Information Technology, Personal Development Specialist Study Units: Health & Safety at the place of work, Preservation work ethics, Drawing and Modelling, Cleaning Techniques, Pointing, Repair and Structural Consolidating, Wooden Joints to replace rotten wood, Stabilising and Restoring wooden parts About The Course This programme comprises basic practical skills and underpinning knowledge about stone and wood restoration and the historic preservation movement. Learners are introduced to procedures how to identify historic building styles, stone masonry work, types of wood, trowel materials, cultural heritage and built environment artefacts. Students who apply to join a Vocational Foundation Course at Level 2 shall be required to pass MCAST tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Foundation Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a oneyear course which should help them to progress to the Foundation Course at Level 2 the following year. MCAST Diploma in Construction and Stone Masonry - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/05A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction in Stone and Trowel Trades Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Study Units Core Units: Technical Reporting, Drawing and Mathematics, Information Technology Specialist Study Units: Safety at work, Materials, Building Drawings, Building technology, Setting Out Procedures, Practical Masonry Skills About The Course This course leads successful students to become skilled persons in the building trade. To consolidate knowledge and skills learnt during this course, students can progress for the Mason’s Licence which will enable them to work on their own. The course is based on both off-the-job and on-thejob training which gives an in-depth knowledge and experience in the building processes where successful persons will be able to implement the skills from interpretation of drawings to practical masonry that falls within the building binding legislation. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in their careers. MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/06 Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 1 year full-time Fees - Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Or City & Guilds 6161 – Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Study Units Core Units: Technical Reporting (English/Maltese), Technical Calculations, Information Technology, Safety at Work, Basic Skills trades Specialist Study Units: Science/Materials, Engineering Communication, HVAC Practice, HVAC Technology, HVAC Electrics About The Course This diploma course which upgrades the level of skills and knowledge relating to HVAC will enable successful students to work at technician level under supervision. The course provides training to give better understanding on how to manually operate refrigeration and air conditioning systems. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standard and students are expected to participate individually and in teams operate refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Students will be given the opportunity to service/ effect maintenance on refrigeration compressors/ condensers/evaporators and other accessories. The course includes all the necessary code of practice where environmental legislation is involved. MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/07A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Or City & Guilds 6161 – Certificate in Timber Vocations Study Units Technical Reporting, Safety at Work, Technical Drawing, Mathematics and Drawing, Information Technology, Basic Skills trades Specialist Study Units: Materials, Calculations, Setting Out and Drawing, Practical Skills, Alteration, Repair and Renovation About The Course This one year full-time course is intended for students who completed their compulsory education and is designed to equip students with a range of skills and competences enabling them to become competent in various land-based activities. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Sewwej) - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/08A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Introductory Course in Masonry Heritage Skills (Riffied) Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes (Compulsory: Physics or Chemistry) Or City & Guilds 6161 – Certificate in Preservation Skills Study Units Core Units: Safety at Work, Technical Reporting, Mathematics and Drawings, Information Technology Specialist Study Units: Architectural Appreciation, Building Theory Practice, Preparation and Recording Techniques, Cleaning and Testing Techniques, Maintenance, Protection and Preservation Skills About The Course This course gives students the opportunity to take stone restoration as a career. This vocational course provides trainee students with both practical and theoretical skills to be able to participate in limited interventions in stone restoration. Successful students will progress to the next higher level course in restoration. MCAST Diploma in Plumbing - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/09A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Or City & Guilds 6161 – Certificate in Plumbing Study Units Core Units: Technical Reporting, Safety at Work, Technical Drawing, Mathematics and Drawing, Information Technology, Basic Skills trades Specialist Study Units: Materials Calculations, Setting Out and Drawing Practical Skills Installations, Alteration, Repair and Planned Maintenance About The Course This is a Level 3 course comprising theoretical knowledge together with extended practical training both off-the-job and on work placement. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standard and students are expected to participate individually and in teams to install pipe systems/fittings. Practical handling of hand tools, power tools and thread cutting machines forms an integral part of the course. MCAST Diploma in Trowel Trades (Plastering & Tile Laying or Painting & Decorating) - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/10A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction in Stone and Trowel Trades Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Study Units Core Units: Technical Reporting, Drawing and Mathematics, Information Technology Specialist Study Units: Safety at work, Materials, Setting Out Procedures, Practical Plastering/ Tile Laying or Painting/ Decorating About The Course This course enables the successful student to become a career trades person in any of the areas mentioned above. Persons mainly choose either plastering & tile laying or painting & decorating. These skills are used in the construction finishing process which requires trained and qualified people in the use of finishing materials such as types of plaster, plastering processes, tiles and tiling materials of high standard, painting, both as a surface finish and style of living. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in their careers. MCAST Diploma in Welding and Fabrication - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/11A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Or City & Guilds 1155 – Certificate in Engineering Skills Study Units Technical Reporting, Safety at Work, Mathematics and Drawing, Information Technology, Basic Skills trades Specialist Study Units: Materials/ Science, Welding Technology, Fabrication Technology, Practice – Welding and Fabrication About The Course This is a Level 3 course comprising theoretical knowledge together with extended practical training both off-the-job and on work placement. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standard and students are expected to participate individually and in teams to fabricate welded products. Practical handling of hand tools, power tools and welding sets are an integral part of the course. MCAST Diploma in Wood and Furniture Heritage Skills (Sewwej) - Level 3 Course Code 11/04/12A Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Introductory Course in Masonry Heritage Skills (Riffied) Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Physics or Chemistry Study Units Core Units: Technical Reporting, Drawing and Mathematics, Information Technology Specialist Study Units: Wood Structures and Deterioration of Wood, Documentation Techniques and Report Writing, Conservation and Restoration Ethics, Preventive Conservation, Project Undertaking and Health and Safety, Setting Out in Machine Shops, Individual Student Project, Working with Woods, Non Destructive Examination of wood, Furniture Anatomy and Plane Geometry About The Course This course has been designed with an aim to addressing problems relating to the deterioration of antique furniture and decorative art in wood. A specialised workforce is necessary to ensure that these are conserved, restored and maintained to international standards. Malta therefore requires trained professionals and heritage skills craftsman both at an operational level and at a regulatory level. It is clear that the conservation-restoration of our cultural heritage needs to be taken seriously and it is important to have a suitability educated and trained workforce to handle such heritage. Hence this programme provides knowledge and training leading to work in the cultural heritage conservation-restoration sector with particular emphasis on wood and furniture to school leavers, unskilled persons or to re-skill persons. MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction Course Code 11/04/13 Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 1 year full-time Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering Or MCAST Foundation Certificate Or 2 SEC/O-Level passes - Compulsory: Maths Study Units Core Units: Structure of the Construction Industry, Exploring Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction, Sustainability in the Construction Industry Specialist Study Units: Use of Science and Maths in Construction, Construction Processes and Operations for Low-rise Domestic Buildings, Construction Methods and Techniques for Low-rise Domestic Buildings, Construction Drawing Techniques, Exploring Building Services Techniques in Construction, Performing Plumbing Operations, Performing Electrical Operations, Exploring Carpentry and Joinery, Performing Joinery Operations Supplementary Unit: Technical Report Writing About The Course This course consists of college based training on the various subjects related to the building and construction sector. This qualification gives learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for a specialist area of employment and/or continue their study in the same, or related vocational area such as Construction, Civil Engineering or Building Services. During the course learners are introduced to knowledge and skills regarding the different types of drawings used in the construction industry. They will also be able to apply construction drawings standards and conventions to produce sketches and working drawings. MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Level 4 Course Code 11/04/14A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Airconditioning Or MCAST Certificate in Construction Engineering Skills Or 4 SEC/OLevel passes (Compulsory: Maths and Physics) Or City & Guilds 6161 – Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Study Units Technical Reporting, Calculations, Information Technology, Safety at Work Specialist Study Units: Science/Materials (Plant and Refrigerants), Engineering Communication and ACAD, Planning and Administration, HVAC Technology, HVAC Practice, HVAC Electrics About The Course This advanced diploma course continues to upgrade the knowledge skills within the HVAC trade that will enable the student to carry out systems modification and special customization. The course is based on both off-the-job and on-the-job training which gives an in-depth knowledge and experience which may entail working in supervisory roles. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working careers. MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making - Level 4 Course Code 11/04/15A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Certificate in Construction & Engineering Skills (Bench Joinery) or (Carpentry) Or City & Guilds 6161 – Diploma in Timber Vocations Study Units Technical Reporting, Safety at Work, Technical Drawing, Mathematics and drawing, Information technology Specialist Study Units: Materials Calculations, Setting Out and Drawing, Advanced Practical Skills, Advanced Alteration, repair and renovation, Supervision, Planning and Administration, Quality Assurance, Planned Machine Maintenance, Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing, Furniture Ergonomics About The Course This is a Level 4 Diploma Course and it comprises theoretical knowledge together with extended practical training both off-the-job and on-the-job as part of an apprenticeship or work placement. The course offers candidates the knowledge and skills to be able to analyse and generate solutions to typical joinery and furniture manufacturing products using solid wood and composites. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standard and students are expected to participate individually and in teams to produce solid wood and composite materials products. MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Mastru) - Level 4 Course Code 11/04/16A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Certificate in Masonry Heritage Skills (Sewwej) Or MCAST Certificate in Trowel Trades Or MCAST Certificate in Construction in Stone Study Units Core Units: Safety at Work, Technical Reporting, Mathematics and Drawings, Computer Aided Drafting, Science, Historic Preservation Philosophies Specialist Study Units: Architectural Appreciation and Building Styles, Building Theory Practice, Preparation and Recording Techniques, Cleaning and Testing Techniques, Maintenance, Protection and Preservation Skills, Working on Historic Structures About The Course This is an advanced diploma course which follows up higher level modules in stone restoration. The course offers students, knowledge and skills to be able to analyse and generate solution to typical restoration interventions. The practical training is carried out in workshops, labs and at heritage sites. MCAST Diploma in Plumbing - Level 4 Course Code 11/04/17A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Certificate in Construction & Engineering Skills (Plumbing) Or City & Guilds 6161 – Diploma in Plumbing Study Units Core Units: Technical Reporting, Safety at Work, Technical Drawing, Mathematics and drawing, Information technology Specialist Study Units: Materials, Calculations, Setting Out and Drawing, Practical Skills, Installations, Alteration, Repair and Planned Maintenance About The Course This is a Level 4 Diploma Course and it comprises theoretical knowledge together with extended practical training both off-the-job and on-the-job as part of an apprenticeship or work placement. The course offers candidates knowledge and skills to be able to analyse and generate solutions to typical plumbing installations, alteration, repair and planned maintenance. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standard and students are expected to participate individually and in teams to install pipe systems/fittings and accessories. MCAST Diploma in Welding and Fabrication - Level 4 Course Code 11/04/18A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST Course Duration 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees - Entry MCAST Certificate in Construction & Engineering Skills (Welding & Fabrication) Or City & Guilds 1155 – Diploma in Engineering Skills Study Units Core Units: Safety at work, Technical Reporting, Mathematics and Drawings, Information Technology Specialist Study Units: Materials/ Science, Setting Out of Components, Welding Technology, Fabrication Technology, Practice – Welding and Fabrication About The Course This is a Level 4 Diploma Course and it comprises theoretical knowledge together with extended practical training both off-the-job and on-the-job as part of an apprenticeship or work placement. The course offers candidates knowledge and skills to be able to analyse and generate solutions to typical fabrication using thin plates and pipes. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standard and students are expected to participate individually and in teams to fabricate welded products. MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) Course Code 11/04/19A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction Or MCAST Diploma in HVAC Or 4 SEC/O-Level passes (Compulsory: Maths) Study Units Core Units: Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment, Sustainable Construction, Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment, Building Services Control Systems, Building Services Science Specialist Study Units: (12 units to be chosen by the Institute) Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment, Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built Environment, Ventilation and Air Conditioning in Building Services Engineering, Plumbing Technology in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Principles in Building Services Engineering, Computer Aided Drafting and Design for Construction, Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment, Refrigeration Technology in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Installation Standards and Components in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Installation Design in Building Services Engineering, Measurement Techniques in Construction, Project in Construction and the Built Environment Supplementary Subject: Technical Report Writing About The Course The Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) based on both off-the-job and on-the-job training gives an in-depth knowledge and experience of the general requirements and specialist areas in the field of building services engineering within the construction sector. This enables the successful learners to be able to carry out duties, at a professional and technical level, that are continuously required in a Building Services Design Office or firm dealing with new installations and/or existing installations that require upgrading to conform with new legislations. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in their working career. MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) Course Code 11/04/20A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction Or 4 SEC/O-Level passes (Compulsory: Maths) Study Units Core Units: Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment, Sustainable Construction, Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment, Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering, Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering,Construction in Civil Engineering Specialist Study Units: (11 units to be chosen by the Institute) Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment, Setting out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering, Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering, Computer Aided Drafting and Design for Construction, Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Highway Construction and Maintenance in Civil Engineering, Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction the Built Environment, Measurement Techniques in Construction. Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering, Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering, Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineering Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment, Project in Construction and the Built Environment Supplementary Subject: Technical Report Writing About The Course The Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) based on both off-thejob and on-the-job training gives an in-depth knowledge and experience of the general requirements and specialist areas in the field of building and construction. This enables the successful learners to be able to carry out duties, at a professional and technical level, that are continuously required in an Architect’s office or firm dealing in the construction and civil engineering projects such as Land Surveying, Geospatial Engineering and Quantity Surveying and infra-structure projects. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in their working career. MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment Course Code 11/04/21A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction Or MCAST Certificate in Construction Engineering Skills Or 4 SEC/O-Level passes (Compulsory: Maths) Study Units Core Units: Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment, Sustainable Construction, Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment, Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering, Building Technology in Construction Specialist Units (Construction Design): (12 units to be chosen by the Institute) Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment, Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment, Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built Environment, Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering, Building Surveying in Construction Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction, Building Regulations and Control in Construction, Computer Aided Drafting and Design for Construction, Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Design Procedures in Construction Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering, Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineering, Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering Measurement Techniques in Construction Project in Construction and the Built Environment Specialist Units (Quantity Surveying): (12 units to be chosen by the Institute) Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment, Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment, Building Regulations and Control in Construction, Computer Aided Drafting and Design for Construction, Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering, Construction Technology & Design in Construction and Civil Engineering, Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built Environment, Economics and Finance in Construction and Civil Engineering, Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Building Surveying in Construction Building Technology in Construction Project in Construction and the Built Environment, Design Procedures in Construction Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction, Tendering and Estimating in Construction Specialist Units (Land Surveying): (12 units to be chosen by the Institute) Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment, Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment, Building Regulations and Control in Construction, Computer Aided Drafting and Design for Construction, Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineering, Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering, Construction Technology & Design in Construction and Civil Engineering, Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Building Surveying in Construction Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering, Building Technology in Construction, Geographical Information Systems in Construction, Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering Supplementary Subject: Technical Report Writing About The Course The Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment is based on both off-the-job and on-thejob training and gives an in-depth knowledge and experience of the general requirements and specialist areas in the field of building and construction. This enables the successful learners to be able to carry out duties, at a professional and technical level, that are continuously required in an Architect’s office or firm dealing in the building and construction business such as Design Office, Quantity Surveying, Land Surveying, Geospatial Engineering, Geographical Information and Project Management. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in their working career. MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) Course Code 11/04/22 Level 5 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 2 years full-time Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Building Services Engineering Or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Civil Engineering Or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Construction Or 2 A-Level passess (Compulsory: Pure Maths or Applied Maths; Preferred: Physics, Engineering Drawing) Or 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes (Compulsory: Pure Maths or Applied Maths; Preferred: Physics, Engineering Drawing) Or Technician Certificate in Draughtsmanship Or MCAST Architect’s Assistant Draughtsmanship Course plus 3 years industrial experience. Interview and/or core skills test may also be required. Study Units Core Units: Design Principles and Applications for Construction and the Built Environment Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, Management Principles and Application for Construction and the Built Environment, Group Project in the Construction Industry, Health, Safety and Welfare for Construction and the Built Environment Applied Mathematics for Complex Engineering Problems, Building Management Systems for Building Services Engineering, Project Management for Building Services Engineering, Application of Scientific Principles to Building Services Engineering, Research Project Specialist Units (Construction Design): Specialist Units (Building Services Engineering) Low Pressure Hot Water Heating for Nondomestic Buildings, Electricity and Lighting for Building Services Engineering, Air Conditioning for Complex Industrial and Commercial Buildings, Piped Distribution Services for Nondomestic Buildings, Energy Utilisation and Efficiency for Building Services Engineering, Refrigeration Design for Construction and the Built Environment, Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation About The Course The course covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical technician level skills required in the building and construction sector. This programme prepares learners for a technical career (building services technician) in the different fields of services namely in Heating, natural and forced ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, fire fighting and overall control system to make buildings comfortable and sutainable in operation. MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) Course Code 11/04/23 Level 5 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 2 years full-time Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Civil Engineering Or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Building Services Or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Construction Or 2 A-Level passess (Compulsory: Pure Maths or Applied Maths; Preferred: Physics, Engineering Drawing) Or 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes (Compulsory: Pure Maths or Applied Maths; Preferred: Physics, Engineering Drawing) Or Technician Certificate in Draughtsmanship Or MCAST Architect’s Assistant Draughtsmanship Course plus 3 years industrial experience. Interview and/or core skills test may also be required. Study Units Core Units: Design Principles and Application for Construction and the Built Environment, Science and Materials for Construction and the Built Environment, Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, Management Principles and Application for Construction and the Built Environment, Group Project in the Construction Industry, Health, Safety and Welfare for Construction and the Built Environment, Site Surveying Procedures for Construction and the Built Environment, Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics, Civil Engineering Technology, Structural Analysis and Design Specialist Units (Construction Design): Specialist Units (Civil Engineering), Contractual Procedures and Procurement for Construction and the Built Environment, Measuring, Tendering and Estimating for Construction and the Built Environment, Project Management for Construction and the Built Environment, Applied Mathematics for Complex Engineering Problems, Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation, Research Project About The Course The course covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the civil engineering sector. It offers specialist fields of study such as Land Surveying, Quantity Surverying, Project Management and design through the choice of selected units that are relevant to the civil engineering sector. MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment Course Code 11/04/24 Level 5 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Course Duration 2 years full-time Fees BTEC Registration Fee Entry MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Construction Or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Civil Engineering Or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Building Services Engineering Or 2 A-Level passess (Compulsory: Pure Maths or Applied Maths; Preferred: Physics, Engineering Drawing) Or 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes (Compulsory: Pure Maths or Applied Maths; Preferred: Physics, Engineering Drawing) Or Technician Certificate in Draughtsmanship Or MCAST Architect’s Assistant Draughtsmanship Course plus 3 years industrial experience. Interview and/or core skills test may also be required. Study Units Core Units: Design Principles and Applications for Construction and the Built Environment, Science and Materials for Construction and the Built Environment, Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, Management Principles and Application for Construction and the Built Environment, Group Project in the Construction Industry, Health, Safety and Welfare for Construction and the Built Environment Specialist Units (Architectural Design): Construction and Maintenance of Buildings , Technology of Complex Buildings, Building Services Design, Installation and Maintenance in Construction, Contractual Procedures and Procurement for Construction and the Built Environment, Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings, Building Control Procedures and Legislation, Structural Behaviour and Detailing, Advanced Measurement for Construction, Computer-Aided Design for Construction, Research Project Specialist Units (Quantity Surveying): Construction and Maintenance of Buildings, Technology of Complex Buildings, Building Services Design, Installation and Maintenance in Construction, Contractual Procedures and Procurement for Construction and the Built Environment, Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings, Economics for Construction and the Built Environment, Measuring, Tendering and Estimating for Construction and the Built Environment, Project Management for Construction and the Built Environment, Advanced Measurement for Construction, Research Project About The Course The course covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical technician level skills required in the building and construction sector. It also offers specialist fields of study through the choice of selected units that are relevant to the construction industry. This programme prepares learners for a technical career (construction technician) in the different fields of construction namely Architectural Design and Quantity Surveying, Quality Assurance and Management. Each specialist unit could be considered as a profession on its own. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Engineering Course Code 11/04/25 Level 6 Awarding Body MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Course Duration 1 year full-time Fees - Entry MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction Or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Civil Engineering. Further details are available under section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” Study Units Entrepreneurship, Research Methods Specialist Study Units: Advanced Project Management, Sustainable Buildings, Estates and Facilities Management, Materials, Building Services Installation and Design, Mathematical methods, Advanced Construction and Civil Engineering Technology, Dissertation About The Course The B.Sc programme in Construction Engineering aims to provide learners with the management skills and technical knowledge associated with the diverse and challenging industry of construction. In addition, the programme aims to equip the learners with the necessary design and evaluation techniques to make professional judgments on social and ethical issues during planning and the execution of construction projects. Moreover, by the end of the programme, learners will have an understanding of how human and material resources can be effectively managed. Learners are also expected to be more independent, with a significant amount of research and self-study directed both within, and outside, the institute environment. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology Home | About Us | Institutes | Courses | Admissions | Support | The Library | News | Contact Us | Developed by Seasus