In this course, students will study units such as carpentry and joinery practical and theory, how to carry out safe working practices, information, quantities and communicating with others, building methods and construction technology, basic woodworking joints, maintaining and using hand tools, preparing and using portable power tools, undertake relevant work experience. After successful completion of the course they can progress to the level 2 carpentry and joinery programme or join the apprenticeship programme when they gain employment in the industry.