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Related CoursesSurveying & Estimating (BTEC Advance Level 3 Certificate)
COURSE OVERVIEW Surveying and Estimating are skills which are much in demand in the construction industry. A Level 3 BTEC in Surveying & Estimating course offers the opportunity to obtain these skills and enhance your career prospects. This qualification is nationally-recognised and candidates must demonstrate a high standard of skills and knowledge. A BTEC Surveying & Estimating course provides students with a broad understanding of the principles and skills necessary in the profession. After obtaining this qualification you will be ideally placed to take up work as a trainee or undertake further study in this field. Students who have successfully completed a BTEC Surveying & Estimating course have commented on how well it prepared them. You will focus on understanding the health and safety parameters as well as understanding the tendering and estimating processes. You will also cover surveying and the role of the building surveyor. Your tutor will be available to answer any questions and the course has been especially designed with the student at heart so it is split into small bite sized sections to perfectly slot into your busy life.
Key TopicsWhat are the key topics?Course Key Topics
The BTEC Level 3 Advance Certificate in Surveying & Estimation is divided into three comprehensive modules.
Unit 1 - Health and Safety
(see full course syllabus below for more information) Tutor SupportWhat support will I receive?Home Study Tutor Support You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your BTEC Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Surveying & Estimating. You will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%. What's more, you'll have access to the online student portal, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.
AssessmentsHow will I be assessed?Course Assessments The BTEC Surveying & Estimating course includes four assessments that you complete as part of your course work and then forward to your tutor via email or post. The certificate is achieved by successfully completing the assessments in conjunction with any other information and exercises provided within the learning materials. Upon verification of the activities, exercises and assignments, a nationally recognised certificate will be awarded by Edexcel as confirmation that your written work has met all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the programme.
Course DurationHow long will it take me to complete?Course Duration We recommended you spend approx 200 hours of your time studying for the BTEC Surveying & Estimating course. The pace of study is completely up to you. To give an example, if you dedicate 4 hours a week to the course it would take you a year to complete but if you could spare 8 hours a week you could complete it in six months. Get started today, and you can earn your BTEC Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Surveying & Estimating in as little as 6 months, or take up to a year, if you prefer – the choice is yours. Entry RequirementsDo I need previous experience?Course Entry Requirements To enrol in the BTEC Surveying and Estimating course, you must be over 16 and educated to at least GCSE standard D-G or hold an NVQ at level 1, or a GNVQ Foundation Certificate. Ideally, you should have some experience of the construction industry. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.
Enrolment FeesHow much are the course fees?Course Enrolment Fees Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore the registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you. The enrolment fee for the BTEC Surveying & Estimating home study course is £695 (inc VAT), though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £556 (inc VAT) which is a 20% discount if you enrol online and pay in full. You can also opt for our Easy Payment Plan and enrol online today by paying a deposit of £249 (inc VAT) and then four equal payments of £111.5 (inc VAT) per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.
Full Course SyllabusWhat will I learn?How is the course structured? Unit 1 - Health and Safety
Unit 2 - Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built Environment.
Unit 3 - Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering
QualificationsWhat qualifications will I receive?Course Qualifications Qualification One: Advanced Certificate in Surveying & Estimating Advance Certificate in Surveying & Estimating issued by the UK Learning College, entitling you to use the letters UKLC Dip after your name. Qualification Two: BTEC Advanced Certificate in Surveying & Estimating About Edexcel Career ProspectsWhat can I do after I qualify?Technical Surveyor Technical surveyors (also known as surveying technicians) carry out a range of tasks to support chartered surveyors, architects and engineers. They work across all branches of surveying, including building, land, planning, quantity, general practice and minerals. As a technical surveyor, your duties would vary according to your area of work, but could include: draughting plans, using computer-aided design (CAD) software estimating and drawing up project costs gathering and analysing data as the basis for plans and reports assisting with environmental impact assessments surveying buildings or mapping land use, using precision measuring instruments valuing land, property and machinery for purchase, sale, taxation and insurance purposes organising the sale of assets by auction supervising construction operatives on site scheduling workloads and monitoring the progress of projects. Some of your work would involve administrative duties, for instance writing reports for managers and clients, and helping to put together contracts, tenders and bids.
What's IncludedWhat do I get when I enrol?Your course fee covers everything you will need to successfully complete the BTEC Advanced Certificate in Surveying & Estimating home study course and earn your certificate: 1. All textbooks, study folders, and/or online learning aids designed for distance learning
3. An accredited award upon successful course completion directly from the awarding body Edexcel
Home Study ExplainedHow does home study work and is it right for me?Distance Learning Explained Distance Learning is a term used to describe a method of learning where you; the learner, are not physically required to be ‘onsite’ to be guided through learning materials. Learners and tutors will use methods such as email and telephone to communicate, with you deciding how, when and where you learn.
UK Learning College gives you the flexibility to complete our programmes as quickly or as slowly as is convenient for you. To make this possible, our learning programmes have been written and prepared in such a way that it enables you to take control over these decisions. We also have a varied range of e-learning courses available to complement our full portfolio of distance learning courses.
Distance Learning allows you to develop the personal confidence and independence needed for success. Once you have become familiar with your distance learning course materials and you feel you know your way around the programme, then it is time to put together your own personal study plan to help you decide how best to study. We would advise that you write down your plan to assist you in following your timetable.
Although our distance learning course guides are primarily aimed at the first time user, you may already have some experience of distance learning. Whatever your experience, it is important to understand that to be a successful distance learner you need to become familiar and comfortable with the learning materials.
Online Learning Explained
Online learning descends from computer-based training, interactive multimedia and integrated learning centers and is the delivery of a learning, training or education program by electronic means. With the internet boom in the mid '90s, the concept of online learning has spread broadly.
Online learning or e-learning (electronic learning) is a term used to describe learning materials that are not physically provided to you, but are accessible online where you; the learner, are not physically required to be ‘onsite’ to be guided through any of these online learning materials. Learners and tutors will use methods such as email and telephone to communicate, with you deciding how, when and where you learn.
UK Learning College gives you the flexibility to complete our online courses as quickly or as slowly as is convenient for you. To make this possible, our online learning courses have been written and prepared in such a way that they enable you to take control over these decisions.
Online learning allows you to develop the personal confidence and independence needed for success. Once you have become familiar with your online course and you feel you know your way around the program, then it is time to put together your own personal study plan to help you decide how best to study. We would advise that you write down your plan to assist you in following your online course study timetable.
Home Study Explained
Home Study Courses are a type of learning material in the form of manuals, CD Roms, Online courses etc. where you; the learner, are not physically required to be ‘onsite’ to be guided through any of these learning materials. Learners and tutors will use methods such as email and telephone to communicate, with you deciding how, when and where you learn.
UK Learning College gives you the flexibility to complete our home study courses as quickly or as slowly as is convenient for you. To make this possible, our home learning courses have been written and prepared in such a way that they enable you to take control over these decisions.
Home study courses allow you to develop the personal confidence and independence needed for success. Once you have become familiar with your home learning course materials and you feel you know your way around the course, then it is time to put together your own personal study plan to help you decide how best to study. We would advise that you write down your plan to assist you in following your home study timetable.
Although our home learning course guides are primarily aimed at the first time user, you may already have some experience of home learning. Whatever your experience, it is important to understand that to be a successful home study course learner, you need to become familiar and comfortable with the learning materials.
Student PortalHow can I interact with other students?Student Community We understand that studying from home may be a new experience for you. You could even be excused for feeling a little daunted since you will not be studying in a traditional "classroom environment". To help our students overcome these concerns we have developed a friendly online student community. The Student Community encourages a high level of interaction with your tutor and other like-minded students. All of our students receive access to the Student Community, within this area you can:
Access free courses such as: Improving Learning Skills, Job Interview Skills, The Effective Learner, Goal Setting and Time Management, Ten Tips to Complete a Good Test Paper
Related CoursesI am not sure this is for me. Are there similar courses?Related Courses
Below you will find a list of courses that previous students have taken to complement their course. We hope that this list will give you some idea of the types of progression courses we offer, or alternative course options that may be of interest to you.
BTEC Construction (Adv Level 3 Cert) -In the construction industry there's always a strong demand for people with the right skills and knowledge - and there's a wide variety or career paths available from architectural and building technicians to construction operatives, stonemasons, site management roles and many, many more... Read More »
BTEC Electrical Installation & Design (Adv Level 3 Cert) - Electricity powers the modern world and electrical engineering is one of the most constantly in-demand professions in the construction industry. This course will give you all the knowledge you need to spark a successful career.... Read More »
Further InformationWhat else do I need to know?If your course is being delivered online, please ensure you meet the minimum requirements below. For Windows: For Macintosh: From time to time we may enrol our students with our partner sites; this is dependent on the number of students enrolling on a particular course and course material availability. If this happens, nothing changes for you other than the name of the college administering your course. We will continue to be your point of contact; you will get the exact same course you have enrolled on with the same high level of quality content and support. The course can be enrolled upon by students Internationally. There are no deadlines for enrolments.
How to EnrolHow do I enrol?
Step One
It's simple - all you need to do now is click on the enrol now button to choose your enrolment options.
Step Two
Once you have selected your enrolment options you will be directed to our payment page for you to provide your payment & delivery details to complete your enrolment.
Step Three
Within 7 days (normally 48 hours) your enrolment papers and course materials will be with you. A tutor and a dedicated support advisor will also be allocated to you.
FAQsWhat are the most frequent questions?Course Frequently Asked Questions Q. How does distance learning work?
To ensure studying is flexible and convenient, most of our courses are divided into sections. You work through each section at your own pace and time. Once completed, send the test paper back to your personal tutor for marking. You will then move onto the next section once successfully completing the previous section. The support period is dependent on the type of course you choose; our minimum support period is one year.
Q. When can I start the course?
The answer is simple, when YOU want; you can start the course at any time we do not have any set enrolment dates. Most of our courses don’t require any previous experience or qualifications. All you need is a desire and motivation to succeed. You can even start right now - call and speak to one of our Professional Course Advisors.
Q. How long do the courses take?
This is dependent upon your choice of course and how fast you want to learn. A full breakdown of the course is available in your course literature. We do provide estimated number of study hours; ask our course advisors for details.
Q. Do the courses have tutorial support?
Yes, You will be allocated an experienced tutor who will guide you through the course, mark your assignments and generally help you with any problems you may have. Your tutors can be contacted via email and post.
Q. If I fail an assignment can I retake it?
Yes, your tutor will ask you to resubmit your assignment and give you support as to where you could improve.
How do I get help with my course work?
You can get help 7 days a week by email, or post from your dedicated tutor, you just email your assignments for marking. You have to send your assignments one at a time so the tutor can mark one and give you the feedback.
Q. Will I get a qualification at the end?
Yes, for all our courses, you will receive a diploma or a recognised qualification from the awarding body of your course.
Q. Is the course work done online or sent via the internet?
No, the course work can be done offline using your PC or for paper based courses working through your course folder.
Q. Is there a time limit or any deadlines?
We do like you to complete the course within the tutor support period but we can extend this for a small charge (currently £40 for 12 months). If you follow the recommended study hours, this will give you a good guide to complete the course withim the specified time period.
Q. Will I have to sit an examination?
Most of our paper based courses do not require you to sit examinations, only continual assessments. Where there are examinations required, you will receive all the information you need to make your own exam arrangements. Please note exam fees are not included in your course fee, unless otherwise stated.
Q. How quickly will I receive my course material?
Once your payment has been received and cleared your enrolment should be processed within two days and your course materials delivered within 5 days, for customers who choose to pay in instalments this can take longer as we need a signed agreement back from you before we send the course materials.
Q. Do I have to buy any other materials?
Our comprehensive course materials are designed to be self-contained with all the relevant information you require to complete the course and gain the relevant certification. However some of our students undertake additional reading via relevant textbooks/study guides and/or the Internet to add value to their studies.
Q. I’m not sure of what course I should take? Can you help?
Yes we can, it is important that you pursue a course which you will enjoy. Although we cannot make this decision for you, we employ a team of dedicated Professional Course Advisors, who will guide you towards making the right choice. Whether you want specific information, or just a chat about what’s available, contact us now.
Q. Why choose UK Learning College?
The breadth and depth of our portfolio of courses means that we will have a course to interest you. We are committed to your success, and offer advice and support through every step of the process. We have a dedicated team of Professional Course Advisors that can give you access to career and recruitment advice, whilst offering excellent value and quality courses.
Please contact us if you have not found the answer you are looking for.
Student CommunityWhat is the Student Community?Sample text here. Contact UsI’m still not sure can you help me?Get in touch... Please use the form below to contact the UK Learning College student support team. Select the most relevant enquiry type to ensure your enquiry is dealt with as quickly as possible.
If you would like to talk to someone about your choice of home learning course, or if you would like to discuss anything else with us please don't hesitate to contact us in one of the following ways: Freephone: Skype: dialgia.group Fax: Email: Postal Address: UK Learning College |
