Even if a centre is already registered with TQual AB, it must still meet specific requirements to deliver the TQual Level 2 Diploma in Civil Engineering. These standards are in place to ensure the quality and consistency of training, assessment, and learner support.
Approval to Deliver the Qualification
Centres must obtain formal approval from TQual AB to deliver this specific qualification, even if they are already registered.
The approval process involves a review of resources, staff qualifications, and policies relevant to the program.
Qualified Staff
Tutors: Must hold relevant qualifications in civil engineering or construction at Level 3 or higher, along with teaching/training experience.
Assessors: Must possess a recognized assessor qualification and demonstrate expertise in civil engineering.
Internal Quality Assurers (IQAs): Must be suitably qualified and experienced to monitor the quality of assessments.
Learning Facilities
Centres must have access to appropriate learning facilities, including:
Classrooms: Modern classrooms equipped with multimedia tools to deliver engaging theoretical instruction on structural design, construction methods, and sustainable engineering practices.
Practical Areas: Hands-on training areas with advanced equipment for material testing, surveying instruments, concrete mixing, and structural analysis, providing practical experience in real-world civil engineering applications.
Technology Access: High-performance computers with industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, STAAD.Pro, Revit, and GIS tools) and reliable internet connectivity for drafting, modeling, and project management tasks.
Health and Safety Compliance
Centres must ensure that practical training environments comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
Risk assessments must be conducted regularly to maintain a safe learning environment.
Resource Requirements
Learning Materials: Approved course manuals, textbooks, and study guides aligned with the curriculum.
Assessment Tools: Templates, guidelines, and resources for conducting and recording assessments.
E-Learning Systems: If offering online or hybrid learning, centres must provide a robust Learning Management System (LMS) to facilitate remote delivery.
Assessment and Quality Assurance
Centres must adhere to TQual’s assessment standards, ensuring that all assessments are fair, valid, and reliable.
Internal quality assurance (IQA) processes must be in place to monitor assessments and provide feedback to assessors.
External verification visits from TQual will ensure compliance with awarding body standards.
Learner Support
Centres must provide learners with access to guidance and support throughout the program, including:
Academic support for coursework.
Career guidance for future progression.
Additional support for learners with specific needs (e.g., disabilities or language barriers).
Policies and Procedures
Centres must maintain and implement the following policies, as required by TQual:
Equal Opportunities Policy.
Health and Safety Policy.
Complaints and Appeals Procedure.
Data Protection and Confidentiality Policy.
Regular Reporting to TQual
Centres must provide regular updates to TQual AB on learner enrollment, progress, and completion rates.
Centres are required to maintain records of assessments and learner achievements for external auditing purposes.