Structural Construction Methods And Applications Training

Learning Outcomes

• Apply knowledge of structural construction methods to select appropriate techniques for different building types.
• Analyse structural drawings and specifications to determine construction requirements.
• Evaluate the suitability of materials and methods for specific structural applications.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure structural integrity and compliance with standards.
• Demonstrate the ability to coordinate structural construction activities on site.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with structural construction processes.

Target Audience

This course is designed for construction supervisors, site managers, civil engineering technicians, and individuals seeking to advance their careers in structural construction. It is also suitable for those involved in construction project management who require a deeper understanding of structural methods.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment. However, basic knowledge of construction processes is beneficial.

Course Outline

Practicals

Overview

Practical sessions reinforce theoretical knowledge through hands-on activities in concrete formwork assembly, steel connection installation, and masonry bonding. Learners apply inspection techniques and quality control measures in a simulated construction environment.

Practical Activities

• Concrete Formwork and Reinforcement — Learners assemble a small formwork system, cut and tie reinforcement bars, and cast a concrete slab, then perform slump tests and curing procedures. (8h)
• Steel Connection and Erection — Learners bolt and weld steel beams to columns, use a torque wrench, and erect a small frame with a mobile crane under supervision. (8h)
• Masonry Wall Construction and Inspection — Learners lay bricks in English bond, install wall ties and damp-proof course, and inspect the finished wall for alignment and plumbness. (8h)

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course via daily exercises, scored practical assignments, and a final summative test at the end.

Practical Assignments — 30%

Practical assignments are observed and scored against a rubric during the practical sessions. Each delegate's practical mark is averaged into a single 100% score and contributes 30% to the final total.

Daily Exercises — 20%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 20% to the final total.

Final Test — 50%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 50% to the overall mark.

Final Total

Component	Out of	Weight
Practical Assignments (rubric-scored)	100%	30%
Daily Average (multiple choice)	100%	20%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice)	100%	50%
Final Total	—	100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

How it works

• Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
• Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
• You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
• If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.

Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates	Discount
5	3% off
10	6% off
15	9% off
20	12% off
25	15% off
30	18% off
50	30% off
75	35% off
100	40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.