Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Civil Engineering

This Civil Engineering course will provide you with the skills you need to start working in the Civil Engineering Industry.

P10107

Lisburn

Full-Time

Further Education

Construction Studies

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn.

Why Study This Course

This Civil Engineering course will provide you with the skills you need to start working in the Civil Engineering Industry. It is aimed at those who are employed and want to pursue a career in the Civil Engineering industry. Learners will gain valuable experience as an apprentice in the workplace and the college’s excellent workshops.

There is a major demand for Civil Engineering Skills. Civil Engineers design the infrastructure that we use everyday.

This includes:

Building Roads and Bridges
Creating Buildings
Ensuring there is a supply of clean water
Designing Gas, Electricity and Energy Networks

Course Overview

This 2 year apprenticeship programme will allow participants to achieve the full Level 3 Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering. It comprises teaching on all aspects of the topic including sustainable construction, mathematics, technology and design in construction and civil engineering.

Learners will attend college (face-to-face) for approximately 9 hours per week, timetabled over 1 day. The remainder of the week will be spent with your employer.

You will need:

an employer AND
5 GCSEs at Grade C to include English and preferred Grade B in Maths with a Grade C or above in Science or equivalent

This course will provide you with the skills you need to start working in the Civil Engineering Industry. You will undertake the Pearson Level 3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Mandatory units:

Construction Principles
Construction Design
Construction Technology
Health & Safety
Site Engineering for Construction
Further Mathematics
Construction in Civil Engineering

Optional Units:

Surveying in Construction
Management of a Construction Project
Principles and applications of structural mechanics

A second qualification is also completed (a NVQ qualification): Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering for Technicians (Institution of Civil Engineers).

Mandatory units:

Techniques, procedures and methods for civil engineering tasks
Develop and finalise civil engineering solutions
Management and leadership in civil engineering
Independent judgement and responsibility in civil engineering
Commercial awareness in civil engineering
Health, Safety and Welfare for civil engineers
Sustainable development in civil engineering
Interpersonal skills and communication in civil engineering
Professional commitment for civil engineers

Successful completion of this programme will enable you to apply to employment in areas such as structural, environmental or geotechnical engineering.

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn.

For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.

Ben Milling

Civil Engineering - Apprenticeship NI (Level 3)

I can see myself improving on a daily basis thanks to the support and guidance of my lecturers and I am excited for my future in the industry.

Orlaigh Rice

Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Civil Engineering

My mum was a bit hesitant at the start – I suppose because I was at Assumption Grammar School, it was assumed I would continue with A levels and go on to university. However, I knew the apprenticeship route at SERC was the right pathway for me.

Available Sessions

Title	Campus	Start	Spaces
Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Civil Engineering Y10107LF2A-25/26-FT	Lisburn	01/09/2025	18	More Info
Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Civil Engineering Y10107LF1A-25/26-FT	Lisburn	Postponed Original Date: 02/09/2024 Now Starting: 01/09/2025	18	More Info
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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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