Introduction To Property Maintenance
Other start dates:
8th September 2025
5th January 2026
20th April 2026
- Length 10 Weeks
- Study Short Course
- Location West Lancashire College
- Price £45.00
More about the course
The 7-week short course Introduction To Property Maintenance is ideal for adults who are looking to gain some basic introductory property skills. It is ideal for individuals who want to gain an insight into Brickwork, Joinery and Plastering, maybe with a view to progressing further and achieving a qualification.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. The main emphasis of the course is to gain knowledge and skills in the industry. Please call our Student Services team on 01695 52300 for details on how to enrol.
What will I learn?
Bricklaying will cover the following topics:
- Building knowledge in trowel skills
- Identifying tools
- Handling tools and storing
- Setting out angles
- Levelling and gauging brickwork and blockwork
- Replacing and pointing brickwork
Joinery will cover the following topics:
- Building knowledge in hand skills
- Identifying tools
- Handling, storing and maintaining tools
- Timber repairs, skirtings, architraves, splicing (repairing door frames) hinges and locks
Plastering will cover the following topics:
- Building knowledge in trowel skills, tools, materials and mixing
- Background preparation
- Patching walls
- Handling and storing tools
- Identifying backgrounds and selecting the correct plaster
How will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment. The course is aimed to increase your own knowledge and skills of the subject matter.
Where can I progress?
You may want to develop your skills further and apply to study for one of the many Construction courses that we have available - Plumbing or Joinery.
Course costs
The cost of this course is £45. This course may be free if you are on an income related benefit, or a low income of less than £25,000 per annum.
Contact our team
Meet our Construction students and tutors
Amanda Maddocks
Head of Curriculum for ConstructionAs Head of Curriculum for Construction, I have high expectations for both student and staff. I am passionate about ensuring the learning experience in Construction is the very best it can be, always looking for additional opportunities that students wouldn’t get anywhere else. We create a safe and supportive environment to ensure all learners reach their full potential and progress into the Construction Industry, with support from our network of employer links.
Alan Finnetty
Bricklaying LecturerI am a passionate brickwork lecturer with over 40 years of experience in construction, I have developed a broad range of knowledge and skills building large homes, hospitals, and schools with recognised construction companies. I have extensive experience as a mentor and teacher for a diverse range of students with over 15 years in education for ages ranged 16-18yrs and adult students. I have gained qualifications for tutoring brickwork at levels 1, 2 and 3 diplomas, IQA and Assessing. I have experienced, in further education, broader ranges of teaching to SEN and school groups.
Anthony Dickinson
Bricklaying LecturerI have been a lecturer at West Lancashire College for 10 years and prior to working here, I was part of the Construction industry for more than 28 years, where I developed a broader range of knowledge and skills. I am dedicated and knowledgeable college lecturer with a passion for education and a strong commitment to student success. My extensive knowledge base allows me to provide in-depth insights and practical applications to students, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject with adept and design and develop curriculum that align with the needs of my students and the course objectives. I incorporate a variety of teaching methods, such as lectures, interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on activities, to promote active learning and cater to diverse learning styles.
Gary Disley
Carpentry and Joinery LecturerI started work in the construction industry when I left school as a joiner /carpenter, I completed a three-year apprenticeship where I achieved my city and guilds qualifications followed by my advanced city and guilds. I have worked in the industry since working on various contracts throughout the country. I started education as an onsite assessor working with apprentices on site helping them to achieve their NVQ qualifications and I later moved into full time teaching and have done so for the last fourteen years, teaching full time students and apprentices up to level three.
Trevor Wells
Electrical LecturerI moved into teaching in 2009 and have worked at West Lancashire College since then, delivering Level 2 and Level 3 courses to wonderful students, as well as Level 3 Apprenticeships.
Alex
Electrical Alumni StudentI’ve been a student at West Lancashire College since September, not knowing or understanding a concept or formula before starting the course but with the help of my tutors, I’ve worked hard to ensure I learn as much as possible. This summer, I will be embarking on a working holiday in Florida, with two electrical companies and the possibility of a full-time position.
Dylan
Bricklaying StudentI chose the Bricklaying course at West Lancashire College as it will help me in aiming towards an Apprenticeship in the industry. It is a fantastic hands-on, practical course which I am really enjoying. Alan has been a fantastic tutor throughout my time here and I am very grateful for his dedication to seeing students thrive.
Michael
Electrical Alumni StudentAs an Electrical student, I’ve progressed from Level 2 to Level 3, with my knowledge and understanding of the course consistently growing. I pride myself on having a great attention to detail, a deep understanding of electrical science principles and I am aiming to gain an electrical mechanical apprenticeship at Jaguar Land Rover.
Mollie
Plumbing Alumni StudentI studied the Level 2 Plumbing course at West Lancashire College and I chose this as I wanted to be different, to take my career in a direction that nobody else would choose for me. I have applied to be an Apprentice with the college in the near future, which I am really looking forward to. Amanda Maddocks has been fantastic with helping me to apply and has offered a lot of advice for the future.
Owen
Bricklaying StudentI am due to complete my Level 2 course in Bricklaying, where I’ve successfully completed my practical units in line with the construction standards, as well as completing my Health and Safety and Principles of Building City & Guilds online exams in which I earned a distinction grade. The support at West Lancashire College has been amazing; my tutor Alan is always there to support me and my classmates with all elements of the course. I am hoping to find an Apprenticeship or progress onto the Level 3 Bricklaying course.
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