The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job-related skills in their area of work and expertise.
This qualification covers areas such as general workplace health, safety and welfare; productive work practices; and removing and replacing plant or machinery components.
This qualification has been designed by the CITB Sector Skills Council to ensure relevance to the sector.
Successful candidates will gain an internationally-recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.
Level 2 SVQ (SCQF level 5)
Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow them to gather the required evidence. The assessor will need to visit you at your place of work.
Qualification Structure
Candidates must achieve all 9 mandatory units below:
1) Conform to General Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare
2) Conform to Productive Work Practices
3) Move, Handle or Store Resources
4) Operate Plant Machinery or Machinery for Non-Operational Purposes
5) Service Plant or Machinery
6) Remove and Replace Plant or Machinery Components to Restore Operational Use
7) Dismantle and Assemble Plant or Machinery Components to Replace Worn, Damaged or Faulty Parts
8) Inspect Plant or Machinery for Operational Serviceability
9) Diagnose Faults in Plant or Machinery Systems or Components
Candidates must also achieve 2 choice units from the below list:
1) Install, Repair or Modify Construction Resources by Heating, Welding, Brazing, Soldering and Thermal Cutting
2) Produce One-Off Components to Restore or Maintain the Operational Functions of Plant or Machinery
3) Install Plant or Machinery for Operational Activities
4) Carry Our Specific Tests on Plant or Machinery to Determine Operational Serviceability
5) Configure Plant or Machinery for Specific Operational Activities
6) Hand Over Plant or Machinery to the Control of Others
Progression
Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance at SCQF level 6 (NVQ level 3)
SVQ or NVQ in Occupational Work Supervision at SCQF level 6 (NVQ level 3)
degree level study at a higher education institution
employment in the Construction sector, such as a Construction Plant Mechanic
Level 3 SVQ (SCQF level 6)
Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow them to gather the required evidence. The assessor will need to visit you at your place of work.
Qualification Structure
Candidates must achieve all 7 mandatory units below:
1) Confirm Work Activities and Resources for the Work
2) Develop and Maintain Good Working Relationships
3) Confirm the Occupational Method of Work
4) Operate Plant Machinery or Machinery for Non-Operational Purposes
5) Diagnose Faults in Plant or Machinery Systems or Components
6) Determine and Complete Service to Maintain Plant or Machinery
7) Determine and Advise on the Viability of Repair or Replacement for Returning Plant or Machinery to Service
Candidates must also achieve 3 choice units from the below list:
1) Inspect Plant or Machinery for Operational Serviceability
2) Install, Repair or Modify Construction Resources by Heating, Welding, Brazing, Soldering and Thermal Cutting
3) Produce One-Off Components to Restore or Maintain the Operational Functions of Plant or Machinery
4) Install Plant or Machinery for Operational Activities
5) Configure Plant or Machinery for Specific Operational Activities
6) Hand Over Plant or Machinery to the Control of Others
7) Provide Technical Information, Advice and Guidance to Users of Plant or Machinery
Progression
SVQ in Occupational Work Supervision at SCQF level 6
a range of other SVQs at SCQF level 7 & 8
degree level study at a higher education institution
employment in the Construction sector, such as a Construction Plant Mechanic
FAQ's
Can You Complete These SVQ's Online?
No, unfortunately, you can't complete these SVQ's online. Once you sign up for the course, we will work with you to make sure you're meeting the intended learning outcomes. We will come to your workplace and observe you in action, actually performing your job. We will have informal discussions with you to assess your understanding of the tasks at hand.
Who Should Do This Course?
Learners who have just left school.
Individuals who are currently in employment and who wish to obtain a formal qualification.
What Are The Entry Requirements For This Qualification?
You must have access to a workplace where you can go and perform tasks for us to help you to produce a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio is particularly required by the internal and external quality assurance teams.
When Should You Expect To Complete The SVQ's?
There is no set time frame for finishing this qualification. It all depends on how quickly you can put together a portfolio of work-based evidence. We will work with you and guide you through every step of the way and making sure you achieve the learning outcomes. Estimated completion time is between 4 and 8 months.
How Can You Get A CSCS Card With The SVQ's?
Pass the qualification,
Sit a CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test,
Apply for the Card.
What is the difference between an SVQ and an NVQ?
NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) and SVQ (Scottish Vocational Qualification) are both work-based qualifications that demonstrate skills and knowledge for specific roles. The difference lies in the accrediting bodies: NVQs are regulated by the Qualifications and Credit Framework in England and Northern Ireland, while SVQs are accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority in Scotland.
If you are unsure of any of these processes, we can help you.
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