Level 2 NVQ Steel Fixing Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Construction Skills and Innovation Centre, part-time during the day. This intensive nvq steel fixing course is delivered over one week. You'll cover the skills and knowledge needed to work as a steel fixer on construction sites, from reading drawings to placing and tying reinforcement steel. The level 2 nvq steel fixing qualification is awarded by NOCN and is recognised by employers across the construction industry. Entry requirements vary, so contact the centre before you apply.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications for steelfixing work.
You'll select and prepare reinforcement steel to the correct sizes and shapes.
You'll place and fix reinforcement bars, mesh, and other steel components accurately.
You'll tie and secure steel reinforcement using correct methods and tools.
You'll work safely on site, following health and safety requirements for steelfixing operations.
You'll handle and store steelfixing materials correctly to avoid damage or waste.
How you will learn
The course is classroom based and runs over one week, part-time during the day. Assessment for the NOCN NVQ Diploma in Steelfixing (Construction) is competence-based. You'll be assessed through observation of your practical work, a portfolio of evidence, and questioning to confirm your knowledge. Your assessor will evaluate your ability to carry out steelfixing tasks to industry standards.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Construction Skills and Innovation Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Steel fixer. Place and tie reinforcement steel on construction projects.
Reinforcement operative. Work on concrete frames, bridges, and civil engineering structures.
Construction labourer. Support steelfixing and groundworks teams on site.
Groundworks operative. Work on foundations and below-ground concrete structures.
Civil engineering operative. Contribute to infrastructure and large-scale construction projects.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Steelfixing (Construction). The next step up for experienced steel fixers taking on more complex or supervisory work.
CSCS Skilled Worker Card. Completing this NVQ supports your application for a CSCS card, which many construction employers require for site access.
Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Formwork or Concreting. Related trades that complement steelfixing skills on concrete construction projects.
