Stonemasonry (Exterior Fixer) Standard Level 2 (21/22)
Course Overview
The broad purpose of the occupation is to install new natural sustainable and ethically sourced stone or conserve, repair or replace existing natural stone in buildings and/or landscape projects where stonework is a key feature within the garden, including steps, walls, copings, water features, bespoke stone features and paved areas. Stonemasonry is a construction specialism and can be integral to both private and commercial projects and there are a number of specialist occupations within stonemasonry. For this standard, one of the following occupational options will be completed. Exterior Stone Fixers who install both solid masonry and hand-set stone cladding to the outside of structures. Ideal for those looking to go into the Leisure industry, this Level 2 apprenticeship is a great opportunity to gain hands on industry experience and act as a stepping stone to becoming a Construction Supervisor. This programme is ideal for school leavers right through to mature apprentices wanting to retrain.
What topics are covered?
Legislation and regulations Stonemasonry tools, components and equipment Sequencing of work Estimating and timescales Movement and storage of materials Examining existing masonry Replacement components Stopped ends and curved mouldings Moulds and templates Stone types and properties Preparing surfaces Mortars and adhesives Deteriorated and inappropriate materials Shores, struts, props and supports Positioning and securing Reporting of sensitive areas Customer's expectations Environmental considerations Workshop and on-site functions Building regulations and codes of practice Cleaning and preparation Finishing and protecting stone Waterproofing and protecting Lime mortars Lettering and ornamentation Restoring faades and joins Drilling and cutting stone Conservation techniques Matching masonry components
Frequently asked questions
The broad purpose of the occupation is to install new natural sustainable and ethically sourced stone or conserve, repair or replace existing natural stone in buildings and/or landscape projects where stonework is a key feature within the garden, including steps, walls, copings, water features, bespoke stone features and paved areas. Stonemasonry is a construction specialism and can be integral to both private and commercial projects and there are a number of specialist occupations within stonemasonry. For this standard, one of the following occupational options will be completed. Exterior Stone Fixers who install both solid masonry and hand-set stone cladding to the outside of structures. Ideal for those looking to go into the Leisure industry, this Level 2 apprenticeship is a great opportunity to gain hands on industry experience and act as a stepping stone to becoming a Construction Supervisor. This programme is ideal for school leavers right through to mature apprentices wanting to retrain.
Apprentices without level 1 English and Maths (GCSE 3/D) will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and Maths (GCSE 4/C) prior to taking the end-point assessment. (Please note those apprentices wanting to progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme must achieve the Level 2 in Maths and English before being able to do so.)
Apprenticeship Standard Level 2
Classroom and work based teaching and assessment to monitor, knowledge, skills and behaviours to ensure industry competencies.
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