Overview
The construction industry is perceived to be a dangerous, noisy and disruptive area of work which impacts on the use of land and buildings. It is, however, governed by a range of areas of law to ensure that professionals; such as architects, quantity surveyors and contractors, comply with legal and statutory requirements to design, construct and deliver buildings and alterations using safe working practices and utilising land appropriately.
This unit will introduce the different areas of law that are relevant to the construction industry throughout the development process. This includes applying for planning approval to undertake construction activities and using building control regulations to evaluate building design and alterations at the preconstruction stage.
The unit will explore the laws of occupiers’ liability, trespass and nuisance to manage construction activities on-site, and the legal aspects of the sale and leasing process involved in the disposal of buildings; using the law of contract and land law.
Modules
- The legal framework, legislation and regulatory agencies involved in applying for planning permission
- Types of development and permitted development where approval is not required
- Approval processes, stages and conditions
- Requirements of building control and regulations
- Building regulation standards and areas of jurisdiction
- Approval, inspection and compliance including appeals
- Laws applicable to construction site operations (land law; law of contract
Career Progression
The Unit will be accredited by Pearson and on successful completion of this unit students will be able to apply legal and statutory requirements and processes common to the construction sector. When you have completed this unit, you can progress to the full Level 4 course, HNC Construction and the Built Environment. This unit will count towards the credits for the HNC course which is delivered over a period of two academic years as a part-time course, allowing you to continue working while completing your qualification., or complete a higher apprenticeship which uses this HNC as the training element.
The unit can also be used as a unique CPD opportunity to gain valuable insights and knowledge into construction technology to progress your career within the construction sector. This is an ideal opportunity to upskill your existing knowledge of how the construction sector operates.
Aspire Eligibility
All programmes are open to Londoners who meet the following criteria:
- UK resident and living in London
- Aged 18+
- Do not hold a level 4 (post-college/sixth form) qualification
- Either employed (and earning less than London Living Wage) or unemployed/economically inactive
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Frequently asked questions
What is expected of me?
- To be an active participant in the programme.
- To complete all of the workbooks funding paperwork and the accredited unit.
- To undertake a workbased project (will be supplied by us if you are currently not working)
- To participate in all the group online workshops and 1-2-1 coaching sessions.
How much does this cost?
Participation in this programme is completely free. It is fully funded by the European Social Fund (ESF) and the Greater London Authority (GLA).
Additional support for travel to and from places of study and other expenses will vary depending on the provider and the support they are able to offer. These options will be discussed during your enrolment.
How long will it take?
The part time programme typically takes 8 - 12weeks to complete
Can I take more than one unit?
You cannot study more than one unit on the Aspire London Programme. However, upon completion of your programme, you’ll get advice and guidance from your Aspire Careers Coach about how and where you can continue to study, if this is the next step for you and your career progression. This could include a full Level 5 qualification.