TECHNICAL SCHOOL. Civil Engineering. Construction. Build your future the INTEC way

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1 TECHNICAL SCHOOL Civil Engineering Construction Build your future the INTEC way

2 Contents page Introduction: Basic Construction Principles Construction Plumbing Preparing and Maintaining Plumbing Works Installing and Maintaining Drainage Systems Applying Basic Plumbing Principles Construction Technology Building Supervision Introduction to Supervision of Building Construction Building Site and Administration Contracting Improving Construction Quality and Production Building Material Procurement and Planning Tendering Skills

3 Introduction INTEC College has been involved in providing courses in the Construction industry since There is now a renewed focus on the Construction industry by means of tackling unemployment, skills shortages, training and empowerment. Start your own lucrative business in this growing industry or prepare yourself for promotion to supervisory or management level. INTEC College offers you the widest range of courses that lead to a range of careers and work opportunities in the construction field. Select one of our INTEC Construction Courses and get ready to be part of this growing industry! INTEC offers three types of programmes, namely National Qualifications, Provider Programmes, and Agent Programmes: National Qualifications are credit bearing qualifications registered on the NQF and accredited by a Quality Assurance Body. Provider Programmes are unique to INTEC and are designed to increase and enhance your skills and knowledge within your chosen field. Agent Programmes are programmes and qualifications for which INTEC offers tuition, but where INTEC does not issue the final certificate (the agent body issues the final certificate). For more information about the types of programmes that INTEC offers, please see the INTEC General Brochure. 3

4 BASIC CONSTRUCTION PRINCIPLES The ideal foundation from which to build your career in construction! This introductory course is aimed at the student interested in entering the exciting world of construction. This course will expose you to the key knowledge areas that make up this fast growing and highly-lucrative industry. When you have completed this course, you will be able to decide on your area of specialty. It will also enable you to make the most of your time as an apprentice in any construction field you enter! The Basic Construction Principles programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 10 (Std. 8) with Mathematics and Technical Drawing. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but you have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 6 to 12 months. Communication Computer Literacy Electrical Trade Theory Bricklaying and Plastering Carpentry and Joinery Plumbing Trade Theory Building and Civil Technology Site Safety Building Regulations 4

5 BASIC CONSTRUCTION PRINCIPLES You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Certificate in Basic Construction Principles. FREE Kit Items The SABS Codes Handbook is included with this course. INTEC reserves the right to change kit items 5

6 CONSTRUCTION PLUMBING Your pipeline to a competitive advantage in the plumbing trade! On successful completion of any of these three courses, you will have achieved a set of skills aligned to the actual requirements of the industry. Take advantage of this opportunity to lay the pipes through which your future success in this industry will freely flow! Preparing and Maintaining Plumbing Works The Preparing and Maintaining Plumbing Works programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 10 (Std. 8) with numeracy and literacy competencies. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months. Plan and Prepare to Perform Plumbing Works Procure Materials, Tools and Equipment Apply Basic Business Concepts Maintain and Repair Plumbing Systems You are required to send your written assignments to the College for marking and write a formal exam. Please note that exams are written in July and November of each year. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Preparing and Maintaining Plumbing Works. 6

7 CONSTRUCTION PLUMBING Installing and Maintaining Drainage Systems The Installing and Maintaining Drainage Systems programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 10 (Std. 8) with numeracy and literacy competencies. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months. Install and Maintain Drainage Systems Install and Maintain Soil, Waste Water and Vent Systems Perform Basic Building Works You are required to send your written assignments to the College for marking and write a formal exam. Please note that exams are written in July and November of each year. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Installing and Maintaining Drainage Systems. 7

8 CONSTRUCTION PLUMBING cont... Applying Basic Plumbing Principles Applying Basic Plumbing Principles programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 10 (Std. 8) with numeracy and literacy competencies. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months. Erect, Use and Dismantle Access Equipment Install and Maintain a Water Supply System Install and Maintain Rainwater Systems and Fabricate Sheet Metal Components Understand and Apply Basic Plumbing Principles First Aid You are required to send your written assignments to the College for marking and write a formal exam. Please note that exams are written in July and November of each year. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Applying Basic Plumbing Principles. 8

9 CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Your means to securing control of your career in construction. This Certificate will enable you to co-ordinate and administer work being done on a building site. You will gain sound knowledge of building construction procedures and methods. The Construction Technology programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 10 (Std. 8) with Mathematics and Technical Drawing. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 6 to 12 months. Construction Technology Theory Basic Building Drawing Building Construction Building Materials Building Services Specialise by choosing one of the optional electives: Option 1: Carpentry and Joinery: Shop and mill equipment, Millwork, Carpentry, Stair building and Joinery. Option 2: Bricklaying and Plastering: Tools, Setting out and construction, Foundations, Cavity walls, and Reinforced brickwork. Option 3 Builders estimating and pricing: Building specifications and Analysis of builders prices. Option 4 Surveying You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Certificate in Construction Technology. 9

10 Enhance your career opportunities! Get the right skills, knowledge and techniques to be an effective supervisor in the building construction industry in small, medium or large operations. Introduction to Supervision of Building Construction The Introduction to Supervision of Building Construction programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 11 (Std. 9) with Mathematics and communication competency. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months.. Describe and Interpret the Composition, Role-Players, Processes and Role of the Construction Industry. Lead and Supervise Construction Teams. Supervise Health and Safety on a Construction Project You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Introduction to Supervision of Building Construction. BUILDING SUPERVISION FREE Kit Items Free Kit Items if you select Introduction to Supervision of Building Construction. INTEC reserves the right to change kit items 10

11 BUILDING SUPERVISION Building Site and Administration Contracting The Introduction to Supervision of Building Construction tion programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 11 (Std. 9) with Mathematics and communication competency. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months. Perform Site Administration Functions Apply Contract Documentation Comply with Legal Requirements for a Construction Contract Read, Interpret and Use Construction Drawings and Specifications You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Building Site and Administration Contracting. FREE Kit Items Free Kit Items if you select Building Site and Administration Contracting INTEC reserves the right to change kit items 11

12 BUILDING SUPERVISION Improving Construction Quality and Production The Improving Construction Quality and Production programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 11 (Std. 9) with Mathematics and communication competency. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months. Implement a Quality-management System, Project-quality Plan and a Quality-improvement Process on a Construction Project Monitor and Control Cost and Production of Construction Work Activities and Implement Productivity Improvements You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Improving Construction Quality and Production. 12

13 BUILDING SUPERVISION Building Material Procurement and Planning The Improving Construction Quality and Production programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 11 (Std. 9) with Mathematics and communication competency. Should you not meet the minimum entrance requirements, but have 2 years relevant work experience, please contact the nearest INTEC branch to apply for possible access. You should be able to complete this course within 3 to 6 months. Supervise the Procurement, Use and Storage of Construction Materials Set Out Construction Work Areas Calculate Construction Quantities and Develop a Work Plan You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Building Material Procurement and Planning. 13

14 TENDERING SKILLS Empower yourself and grow your business! Learn how tendering works and how it can work for you! This course has been developed for the South African market, and offers a step-by-step approach to applying for contract documentation, tendering for contracts and complying with legal requirements. This course is based on Kevin Fagan s course on how to empower enterprises. His course also helps you to find, access and follow through on tender opportunities. INTEC s course is your ticket to fast-tracking your access to opportunities in your chosen technical field. The Tendering Skills programme is a Provider Programme. Grade 10 (Std. 8) You should be able to complete this course within 6 months. Business English Management Basic Financial Functions Tendering What is Tendering and Why it is Necessary? Tender Opportunities and How to Access Them Joint Venture Opportunities Management HIV/Aids Solutions in the Workplace 14

15 TENDERING SKILLS You are required to complete and submit your assignments to the College for marking. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Short Course Certificate in Tendering Skills. FREE Kit Items Kevin Fagan s textbook Practical Tendering Skills is included with this course. INTEC reserves the right to change kit items 15

16 From the Principal s desk Take your next step now! Follow through on your decision to enhance your life and your future prospects by enrolling in INTEC s Construction courses today! Why study with us? Quality study material designed specifically for home-study. The freedom to study at YOUR pace, where and when it suits YOU. The widest range of courses for today s world. Free consultations with INTEC s career counselling and development specialists. Free study choice advice from INTEC s Student Consultants. The convenience of online enrolment, contact and advice. Affordable, easy payment options. Ongoing study support and individual attention from qualified tutors. College Accreditation INTEC College is committed to meeting legislative requirements regarding accreditation and registration of private education and training providers. We were among the first private education and training providers to receive provisional accreditation from Umalusi, the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training. INTEC College s accreditation number is FET PA. Our Student Consultants are only a phone call away. They are trained to help you choose the course that s right for you. Call them now, or simply fill in the enclosed enrolment form and mail it to INTEC College. Wishing you every success in your studies and your future! Dr. Chris Merts Dean of Distance Education Development go to: or info@intec.edu.za Call a Student Consultant: JOHANNESBURG Tel: Fax: CAPE TOWN Tel: Fax: PORT ELIZABETH Tel: Fax: DURBAN Tel: Fax: PRETORIA Tel: Fax: INTEC College (PTY) LTD FET PA is a member of both the National Association of Distance Education Organisations in South Africa (NADEOSA) and the Association of Private Providers of Education, Training and Development (APPETD) A edition (E & OE)