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Construction




                                                    Studies












                   Syllabus                                           Recommendations





    The course involves:
           Practical Work                                        Students of Construction Studies should:

           Scale Drawing                                               be serious
           Sketching                                                   be practical
           Communicating information in graphic                        be good listeners
           form                                                        be good attenders
    !                                                                  have a background in Materials

    Safety requirements are a key aspect of the                        Technology (Wood), Technical
    programme.
                                                                       Graphics or Metal Work.













                                                  Examination




                                         Practical Portfolio

                                                    20% HL and 25% OL

                                         Skills Test
                                                    20% HL and  25% OL

                                         Written exam in June

                                                    60% HL or 50% OL




                                    Possible Career Options






         All trades
         Practical self-employment                           A useful life skill for most professions.
         Building industry
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