Description
This diploma is a great choice for individuals who want to take the next step in their career in painting and decorating. Learners will be able to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and understanding so you can work as a painter and decorator within the construction industry and due to the diploma origin, learners do not need to be employed to take this qualification.
This qualification can be taken as part of an apprenticeship framework if desired and has the sole purpose of equipping learners to secure employment in painting and decorating.
Age requirement = 16+
Topics
Apply Coatings by Brush and Roller
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the skills and knowledge deemed to:
- prepare paint products for use
- apply coatings by brush and roller.
Apply wall coverings to ceilings and walls
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skill to:
- identify materials for suitability
- prepare materials
- prepare for and hang a wide range of wall coverings to a range of surface features.
Apply water-borne paint systems using airless equipment
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to be deemed trained to apply water borne paint systems in relation to:
- selecting and preparing materials and equipment
- setting up and operating the equipment
- maintaining the equipment.
Carry out specialist architectural feature work
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to be deemed trained to carry out specialist architectural feature work in relation to:
- installing centre pieces and coving products
- selecting all appropriate materials
- preparing background and materials
- correctly positioning and securing components into place.
Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge to be deemed trained to erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms in relation to:
- selecting appropriate access equipment and working platforms for the work to be carried out
- use access equipment and working platforms following health and safety guidelines
- dismantle and store access equipment and working platforms appropriately
Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and Associated Industries
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge to be deemed trained to carry out safe working practices in construction to:
- Sourcing relevant safety information and using the relevant safety procedures at work.
Prepare surfaces for protection and decoration
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skill to be deemed trained to prepare a wide range of surfaces for protection and decoration.
Produce advanced decorative finishes
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to be deemed trained to produce advanced decorative finishes in relation to:
- producing high quality ground coat finishes
- preparing materials and grounds
- creating high quality specialist finishes.
Understanding construction technology
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge of building methods and construction technology in relation to understanding the principle of:
- foundation construction
- floor construction
- wall construction
- roof construction
- supply of utilities and services
- sustainability within construction
Understanding information, quantities and communication with others
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge to be deemed trained to interpret information, determine quantities and communicate with other in relation to:
- interpreting information including drawings
- estimating quantities of resources from drawings and specifications
- communicating effectively to all levels of the construction team
