DIY – The Basics in Joinery, Painting & Decorating and Tiling (classroom-based)
DIY – The Basics in Joinery, Painting & Decorating and Tiling (classroom-based)
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Endeavour Learning and Skills Centre
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Course Aims
This classroom-based course will help you to learn a comprehensive range of construction skills that are useful, current and in demand, at work or on a home project
Entry Requirements
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.
- Men & Women looking to extend a very basic DIY knowledge in order to complete common DIY repair and maintenance tasks in the home.
- People looking to start a career or self-employment – going on to further studies.
- Single living individuals looking to maintain or acquire DIY independence in home maintenance and improvements.
- Individuals looking to save money on property development and DIY projects.
How to apply
For information on how to apply, please call The Endeavour Centre on 01482 615 349
Course Content
Basic Tiling Techniques
Health and Safety when tiling areas and using tiling tools.
Preparing the area for tiling.
Applying tile adhesive.
Applying ceramic tiles.
Cutting ceramic tiles.
Basic Painting Techniques.
Health and safety when applying paint and using painting tools
Preparing the area for painting.
Applying paint to edges by brush.
Applying paint to difficult corners by brush.
Applying paint with a roller.
Basic Joinery Techniques.
Health and safety when working with joinery tools to install a shelf.
Using drills safely.
Checking different wall structures when installing shelfs.
What fixings to use when installing a shelf.
Installing a shelf securely to a wall.
Assessment Method
This course uses RARPA as its method of assessment.
RARPA stands for Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement which is the process of assessment for non-accredited learning. It is a means of validating the outcomes of programmes which do not result in qualifications. RARPA is a five stage process which measures and records learners’ progress, achievements and attendance
Where can it lead?
We also offer a number of other courses to help you get on and move on.
Why not consider refreshing your maths and English skills, or try one of our IT or vocational courses.
As a Hull Training and Adult Education learner you have access to our Careers Advice Service. Our advisers are on hand to guide you through options and support you to achieve your full potential.