STAR Construction Skills
Construction
A course by
UCOL
Discover if carpentry is right for you while still in secondary school with the UCOL STAR Construction Skills course. Gain core skills and practical experience in construction.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 6 weeks
This course requires 6 hours per week
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Foundational Carpentry Skills
Learners will gain a base understanding and practical skills needed to perform basic carpentry tasks.
Construction Site Safety
Learners will understand and apply safety procedures relevant to construction environments.
Practical Building Experience
Learners will be able to contribute to the on-site construction of a utility building.
What You're Signing Up For
The UCOL STAR Construction Skills course is a Level 2 programme designed for secondary school learners (Years 11-13) interested in exploring carpentry and construction. Delivered one day per week over six weeks, this course introduces students to basic skills required to construct a utility building onsite at UCOL's dedicated trades facility. It offers 8 NCEA credits and serves as a starting point for further studies and careers in construction-related fields. The course is fees-free for learners, supported by participating schools. Entry is by application through the learners' secondary schools in partnership with their parents or caregivers.
Course Content
- Introduction to carpentry and construction skills
- Safety procedures on construction sites
- Practical hands-on building of a utility building
- Use of construction tools and equipment
- Understanding basic construction materials
- NCEA credit-earning practical tasks
What you need to know first
Be in Year 11-13 at a participating secondary school
NZ Citizen or permanent resident or hold appropriate visa for secondary education
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Building Trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Carpenter
Construction Worker
Joiner
Entry-level Technician in Building Trades
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