Course overview
Civil Engineering Senior Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship City of Bristol CollegeCivil engineering senior technicians use and apply their technical knowledge, underpinned by scientific principles and theories, to propose suitable techniques, procedures and methods to deliver civil engineering solutions. They source, review, analyse and evaluate a range of data and information, perform advanced calculations, and analyse civil engineering problems to reach proven solutions.
Senior technicians prepare, produce and present civil engineering information, designs and documentation, considering practical aspects such as delivery, management, assessment and improvement of solutions. Work is carried out to relevant codes of practice and industry standards (CDM, DMRB, BIM via ISO 19650), statutory and regulatory requirements such as the Building Safety Act, and in compliance with health, safety and wellbeing standards.
They use analytical and computational tools including engineering analysis software (e.g., CAD) and digital data modelling processes to prepare and communicate civil engineering solutions.
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Additional information
Who is this course for?
This apprenticeship is for individuals aiming to work in technical civil engineering roles supporting engineers and contributing to the design, analysis and delivery of infrastructure projects.
Designed for those that have responsibilities covering the following areas:
- Dimensional control of construction projects
- Assisting design teams with civil engineering solutions on construction projects
- Supervision of specialist contractors
- Contribute to the control of health and safety on construction projects
- Recording, control and reporting of progress on a construction project
- Contribute to the minimisation of the environmental impact of construction projects
- Control the quality of works on a construction project
What you'll learn
This apprenticeship aligns with:
- Engineering Council (EngTech) for Level 4
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) – QN 603/0465/0
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 HTQ Civil Engineering for England – QN 610/0935/0
Core learning units include:
- Unit 1: Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)
- Unit 3: Science & Materials
- Unit 4: The Construction Environment
- Unit 8: Mathematics for Construction
- Unit 17: Civil Engineering Technology
- Unit 19: Principles of Structural Design
- Unit 6: Digital Applications for Construction Information
- Unit 7: Surveying, Measuring & Setting out
You will also learn all knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) required for the Level 4 apprenticeship standard.
Course entry requirements
- Strong performance in a relevant A-Level subject, or adequate performance across more than one GCE subject
- GCSE grades A*–C or 9–4 in Maths and English (or equivalent)
- A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Civil Engineering, T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for the Built Environment, or a related BTEC Level 3 construction/engineering programme.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
Duration: 24 months for the HTQ qualification and practical training period, excluding the end point assessment (typically an additional 6 months).
Delivery: On-site, one day release per week, usually Tuesdays at Parkway Centre.
Assessment:
An End Point Assessment (EPA) is required. The EPA assesses your knowledge, skills and behaviours independently and allows you to demonstrate your competence to an external assessor.
Future career and study opportunities
Progression routes include:
- Level 5 HND in Civil Engineering
- Degree programmes in Civil Engineering, Building Services, Surveying, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying and related areas
Additional costs
As a City of Bristol College apprentice, you may incur additional costs on your apprenticeship. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery, and for some apprenticeships you may need to purchase specialist equipment.
