The aim of this app is to support learners, apprentices and workers who need help to use the Welsh language confidently in professional situations related to the construction industry. The app is divided into the following sections: General Conversation Construction Brick Laying Solid Plastering Plumbing Electrics Health and Safety First Aid Injuries Orders Careers in building Equipment
Construction Ap through the medium of Welsh
Construction
This resource is for learners and apprentices studying Level 3 Construction qualifications, along with the staff who support them. It provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of different aspects of the construction industry, from construction practices, health, safety and welfare to the sector in Wales. This bilingual interactive resource includes information, activities and learning materials across the following five units: 301: Understanding Construction Practices in Wales 302: Working in the Construction Sector in Wales 304: Complying with general health, safety and well-being in the workplace 305: Complying with productive working practices 306: Moving, handling or storing resources. The aim of the resource is to support learners in their studies and encourage them to use as much of the content as possible through the medium of Welsh.
Plumbing
This resource is for learners and apprentices who are studying Level 2 Plumbing qualification, along with the staff who support them. This bilingual interactive resource includes information, activities and learning resources across the following four units: 205PH: Understanding Scientific Principles 207PH: Understanding Cold Water Systems 208PH: Understanding Hot Water Systems 209PH: Understanding Central Heating Systems The aim of the resource is to support learners in their studies and encourage them to use as much of the content as possible through the medium of Welsh.
Wood Working
This resource is for learners and apprentices studying Level 3 Wood Working qualification, along with the staff who support them. This bilingual interactive resource includes information, activities, and learning materials across the following two units: 314: Installing the complex components of the first and second fix 315: Erecting roof structure carcassing components. The aim of the resource is to support learners in their studies and encourage them to use as much of the content as possible through the medium of Welsh.
Brick Laying
This resource is for learners and apprentices studying Level 2 Bricklaying qualification, along with the staff who support them. This bilingual interactive resource includes information, activities, and learning materials across the following three units: 204: Bricklaying core information 205: Setting out to erect masonry structures 206: Installation of masonry structures. The aim of the resource is to support learners in their studies and encourage them to use as much of the content as possible through the medium of Welsh.
Plastering
This resource is for learners and apprentices studying Level 2 Plastering qualification, along with the staff who support them. This bilingual interactive resource includes information, activities, and learning materials across the following three units: 225: Solid plastering core information 226: Creating internal solid plastering finishes 227: Applying solid rendering to background surfaces and creating finishes. The aim of the resource is to support learners in their studies and encourage them to use as much of the content as possible through the medium of Welsh.
Introduction to NVivo
A series of videos introducing NVivo by Emma Grigorian, PhD researcher at Cardiff Met University. NVivo is computer software used to collect, organise, analyse and interpret qualitative data. It can be used to analyse data from qualitative research methods such as interviews, focus groups, questionnaires and transcripts by coding the data and identifying themes and patterns. An online workshop will be held on 1 June at 2pm to accompany this resource. You can register for the workshop here.
Lafant, ‘O! Mor Las’, a music video by Nico Dafydd
A music video that was commissioned by the Welsh Music Videos project, Aberystwyth University and supported by the Coleg Cymraeg. The resource is for all to enjoy by one of Wales’ most exciting young bands.
Introduction to SPSS
A series of videos introducing SPSS by Dr Awel Vaughan-Evans, Reader in Psychology at Bangor University. SPSS is a computer software used to collect, analyse, and interpret quantitative data using statistical methods. It can be used to analyse data from qualitative research methods such as surveys, interviews and focus groups by coding the qualitative information and turning it into quantitative data. An online workshop will be held on 5 June at 11am to accompany this resource. You can register for the workshop here.
Women's Sports Communication Conference – Working in the Sector
Sioned Dafydd, Sgorio - This conversation with the sports presenter, Sioned Dafydd, is for anyone who is interested in working in the sports communication sector. Sioned presents programmes and items on S4C's 'Sgorio' and on Sky Sport. She talks to Dr Non Vaughan Williams, senior lecturer in Media and Communication at Swansea University, about how the Welsh language (and studying through the medium of Welsh at university) has opened doors for her in the industry, her experience of being a sports female presenter, including the highlights and challenges of the job. Sport and Media Discussion - Gabriella Jukes, presenter on Sky Sport, international swimmer Medi Roberts, and Cathy Williams, Head of Communications and Engagement, Team Wales Commonwealth Games 2026. The panel discusses the challenges of preparing and presenting on the media and social media, and also of being on the other side of the discussion when dealing with the press and media as an athlete, content producer and as head of communications. They’re in discussion with Andrew Weeks, Lecturer at Cardiff University’s School of Journalism, Media, and Culture
‘Ymchwil ar y Gweill’ podcast
A podcast that provides a platform for researchers across Wales to share their work and ideas. Each episode, Jonathan Davies, a Coleg Cymraeg research scholarship holder, talks to new guests to explore their research field, the questions that motivates them, and the impact on society. From the natural sciences to the creative arts, the podcast offers an accessible and inspiring insight into a wide range of topics. Whether you are a researcher, a student or simply enjoy discovering new ideas, you are welcome to join the conversation.
Behaviour change implementation pack
The Coleg commissioned behaviour change agency Claremont to create the Behaviour Change Implementation Pack. The pack is intended to provide guidance and advice to practitioners who work with learners who are in the process of making decisions about their education. Together we can help prospective students to make informed decisions about their next steps when studying through the medium of Welsh at university. The video below provides an overview of the pack including: How to understand our audience The barriers and motivations that influence students' decisions about studying through the medium of Welsh The messaging strategies that can help reduce uncertainty, build confidence and demonstrate the benefits of studying through the medium of Welsh.
