Level 2 NVQ in Sub-structure Work Occupations - Underpinning Operations (Excavated Underpinning)
This NVQ is eligible for a CITB qualification grant.
The Excavated Underpinning qualification structure below specifies the combination of units that need to be achieved for the individual to be awarded the qualification, for those working as a specialist in excavated underpinning operations within the construction industry.
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L2 NVQ Diploma in Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction) - Underpinning Operations (Excavated Underpinning)
Minimum Credit Value: 81
Reference: 603/1279/8
To achieve this qualification a minimum of 81 credits needs to be attained. This comprises the 4 mandatory units plus a minimum of 14 credits from ONE unit must come from Optional Group A with a further 44 credits from FOUR units which must come from Optional Group B.
Mandatory Units - The learner must achieve 23 credits from the 4 units in this Mandatory Group.
Optional Group A - The learner must achieve a minimum of 14 credits from at least 1 unit in this Optional Group.
Optional Group B - The learner must achieve a minimum of 44 credits from at least 4 units in this Optional Group.
Mandatory Units
Credit Value: 23 | Units Required: 4
| Title | Credits | Level | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Description Setting out and marking positions for underpinning sequence in the workplace |
Credits: 13 | Level: 3 | More info about this unit |
| Unit Description Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace |
Credits: 5 | Level: 2 | More info about this unit |
| Unit Description Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace |
Credits: 3 | Level: 2 | More info about this unit |
| Unit Description Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace |
Credits: 2 | Level: 1 | More info about this unit |
Optional Units
Credit Value: 58 | Units Required: 5
| Title | Credits | Level | More info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A - Excavating for underpinning in the workplace | 14 | 2 | More info |
| Group A - Excavating and providing temporary support to pits and trenches in the workplace | 17 | 2 | More info |
| Group B - Erecting and striking underpinning formwork in the workplace | 9 | 2 | More info |
| Group B - Installing reinforcement steel for underpinning in the workplace | 17 | 2 | More info |
| Group B - Installing dry packing in the workplace | 9 | 2 | More info |
| Group B - Repairing sub-structure after underpinning in the workplace | 15 | 2 | More info |
| Group B - Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace | 11 | 2 | More info |
| Group B - Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace | 22 | 2 | More info |