WJEC Construction 1.1: The Sector - 4 Full Lessons
A complete, fully resourced PowerPoint lesson for WJEC Level 1/2 Construction - Unit 1.1: The Sector.
This lesson introduces students to the construction industry, including types of buildings, infrastructure, trades, professional roles and building services, with regular AFL and exam-style questioning throughout.
What’s included:
Clear breakdown of Unit 1 exam structure and course overview
Residential vs non-residential buildings (with characteristics & examples)
Infrastructure and civil engineering projects
Trades vs professional roles in construction
Detailed coverage of building services (mechanical, electrical, gas & communication)
Real-world examples and property comparisons
Mini whiteboard starters, retrieval questions and self-marking slides
Exam-style questions linked directly to Unit 1.1 content
Topics covered:
Trades, professions and career pathways
Residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure buildings
Characteristics of building types
Water cycle and electrical grid explanations
Mechanical, electrical, gas and communication services
Roles such as architect, structural engineer, site manager, surveyor and quantity surveyor
Perfect for GCSE Construction lessons, cover lessons, revision sessions or catch-up support.
Fully editable to match your own teaching style.


