PLASTERING AND DRY WALL LINING Level 2 Diploma Traineeship (Wet Trades)

Level 2
Traineeship
Greenbank Campus
OCN NI

Overview

The Plastering and Dry Wall Lining Level 2 Traineeship is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the field of plastering and drywall installation. This course offers a valuable opportunity for individuals interested in the construction industry to gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills in plastering techniques, wall preparation, and drywall installation.

On this course, students will have the opportunity to work with a variety of materials to provide surface finishes to walls and ceilings and learn how to prepare surfaces and apply finishes to the correct specification. They will also learn skills and techniques used to replace and repair decorative mouldings and cornices in both new and old buildings. It helps to have some basic mathematical ability as learners will have to calculate areas of wall and corresponding volumes of material.

The College will review the qualifications and/or experience held by applicants and will consider whether this profile shows an ability to progress towards a level 2 traineeship framework.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate at interview that they have a satisfactory level of fluency in English – both written and spoken. The College reserves the right to refer any applicant to appropriate English language or literacy classes until their level of fluency in written and spoken English is sufficient to allow participation in other areas of study.
Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a Level 1 qualification defined as 4 GCSEs at grades D-G including Maths and English grades D-F or equivalent. Applicants presenting with a Junior Cert qualification should have attained a majority of higher-level subjects. Applicants presenting with a Junior Cycle must have achieved 4 merits or above to facilitate entry to level 2 courses. Enhanced entry grades for maths and English apply in certain subject areas. These will be discussed with applicants following receipt of their application.
On enrolment the applicant will undertake an initial assessment which will confirm whether they should enter the full Traineeship or the Introductory Phase.
During the Pre-Entry Advice Sessions which may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft Teams), applicants will be expected to demonstrate that they are committed and motivated to the programme.
The College may also use other evidence provided as part of the application process.

Please note that entrance requirements may be increased in some vocational areas.

Modules

Fixing plasterboard, metal lath and pre-formed coving to timber backgrounds
Fixing dry lining boards to solid and stud walls
Plastering complex internal solid and stud walls using different materials
Plastering complex external walls using a variety of materials and beads
Preparation and laying of floor screeds to levels and falls
Preparation and repair of damaged surfaces
Construction of cornice moulds and running cornices in situ
Health and safety

Assessment in the Level 2 Traineeship is based on a combination of practical skills tests and written assignments. Trainees will demonstrate their competence through practical tasks, such as wall preparation, plaster application, jointing, and drywall installation exercises. They will also be required to complete written assignments to assess their understanding of plastering and drywall lining principles and techniques.

On successful completion of the traineeship, students will have gained the relevant qualifications to progress to a Level 3 Apprenticeship or a Level 3 Further Education course at the College.

Upon successful completion of the Plastering and Dry Wall Lining Level 2 Traineeship, individuals will have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue entry-level positions in the plastering and drywall industry. Graduates may find employment opportunities with plastering contractors, construction companies, or independent plasterers. They may work on various projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, contributing to the creation of smooth and finished interior surfaces.