Overview
Assessment Guidance
Learning Outcome 1:
Learners will be able to describe a range of water features and evaluate which form of water feature they would select for a given situation. Learners will evaluate different types of materials to be used for a given site environment or location.
Learning Outcome 2:
Learners will produce a written estimate with quantities of materials for a water feature. Learners will mark out and construct a water feature to an provided specification. Learners will describe a range of post installation quality checks to ensure water feature is working correctly and identify solutions for typical problems.
Learning Outcome 3:
Learners will produce a 12-month and 5-year maintenance schedule for a chosen water feature. Learners will evaluate the elements of a water feature in terms of health and safety considerations by producing a written report.
Aim
To provide learners with an understanding of how to choose, construct and maintain a range of water features. They will be able to select appropriate features and materials, construct a feature and outline a maintenance regime along with health and safety considerations.