Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This hands-on course focuses on modern wood construction with a strong emphasis on NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) standards. You will gain practical experience in energy-efficient building techniques, from airtight construction to sustainable material use.The course also introduces furniture making, giving you the foundational skills to design and craft custom wood pieces, blending functionality with craftsmanship.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Architectural Drawing
Computer Aided Draughting (2D)
Design Skills
Combined Materials
Furniture Making
Wood Fabrication
Work Experience
Communications
Mathematics
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
Graduate will be ready to join the construction industry or explore furniture making, equipped with the skills to create high-performance, sustainable structures and products. Career opportunities include woodworking trades, construction, engineering and design, i.e., carpentry, joinery, cabinet making, or a career in furniture, product, industrial sustainable design or architectural technology.
