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Construction and Trades
An LVC Faculty
A Demand for Construction
The Faculty of Construction and Trades
“The jobs performed by those in construction and trades are vital to the functioning of a country.
There will always be a demand for such workers, making a career in this field a wise decision.
By improving your knowledge of English, you gain a competitive advantage and increase your
career potential.”
Learn the English of Trades at LVC
“LVC is ready to provide professional English language training on a wide variety of practical
topics. Study essential English for electricians, mechanics, plumbers and many other professions.
Don’t see the right course for you? Ask one of our consultants about the creation of a course that is
customized to your requirements.
Learn English with LVC and maximize your potential.”
Rita Costa Director of Studies
English Department
Erlend Firth ESP Consultant
Architecture
Unit 1 – Types of Structures
Unit 2 – Parts of a Building 1
Unit 3 – Parts of a Building 2
Unit 4 – Shapes 1
Unit 5 – Shapes 2
Unit 6 – Shapes and Structures
Unit 7 – Describing Landscapes
Unit 8 – Basic Math
Unit 9 – Measurements 1
Unit 10 – Measurements 2
Unit 11 – Materials 1
Unit 12 – Materials 2
Unit 13 – Describing Materials
Unit 14 – Education 1
Unit 15 – Education 2
Unit 1 – Qualities of an Architect
Unit 2 – People in Architecture
Unit 3 – Scale
Unit 4 – Sketches
Unit 5 – Perspective
Unit 6 – Orientation
Unit 7 – Concept
Unit 8 – Site Survey and Analysis
Unit 9 – Design Factors
Unit 10 – Design Elements
Unit 11 – Detail Developments
Unit 12 – Elements of Construction
Unit 13 – Construction Process
Unit 14 – Prefabrication
Unit 15 – Finished Building
Unit 1 – Design Tools and Materials
Unit 2 – Models
Unit 3 – Drawings 1
Unit 4 – Drawings 2
Unit 5 – Blueline Prints 1
Unit 6 – Blueline Prints 2
Unit 7 – Presentations: Storyboarding
Unit 8 – Presentations: Portfolios
Unit 9 – Historical Architecture
Unit 10 – Modernism
Unit 11 – Postmodernism
Unit 12 – Contemporary Architecture 1
Unit 13 – Contemporary Architecture 2
Unit 14 – Sustainability 1
Unit 15 – Sustainability 2
Architecture: Architecture is a new educational resource for architectural professionals who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Architecture addresses topics including shapes, materials, modeling, past influences and modern styles.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Automotive Industry
Unit 1 – The Automotive Industry
Unit 2 – Car Interiors 1
Unit 3 – Car Interiors 2
Unit 4 – Guages and Meters
Unit 5 – Suspension
Unit 6 – Car Exteriors 1
Unit 7 – Car Exteriors 2
Unit 8 – Tires
Unit 9 – Options
Unit 10 – Sedans
Unit 11 – Compacts
Unit 12 – SUVs
Unit 13 – Trucks and Vans
Unit 14 – Luxury and Sports Cars
Unit 15 – Commercial Vehicles
Unit 1 – The Internal Combustion Engine
Unit 2 – The Four-Stroke Engine
Unit 3 – Gas and Diesel Engines
Unit 4 – Fuel Efficiency and Emissions
Unit 5 – Hybrids
Unit 6 – Electric Cars
Unit 7 – Brake Systems
Unit 8 – Steering Systems
Unit 9 – Safety Features
Unit 10 – Manufacturing Groups
Unit 11 – The Dealership
Unit 12 – People at the Dealership
Unit 13 – Salary and Incentives
Unit 14 – Advertising
Unit 15 – Dealership Activities
Unit 1 – Automotive Design
Unit 2 – Manufacturing 1
Unit 3 – Manufacturing 2
Unit 4 – Automation
Unit 5 – Auto Transport
Unit 6 – Distribution
Unit 7 – Pricing
Unit 8 – Accounting
Unit 9 – Sales 1
Unit 10 – Sales 2
Unit 11 – Sales 3
Unit 12 – Negotiating
Unit 13 – Financing 1
Unit 14 – Financing 2
Unit 15 – Used Car Sales
Automotive Industry: Automotive Industry is a new educational resource for architectural professionals who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Automotive Industry addresses topics including vehicle types, engines, options, manufacturing and the
dealership.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Buildings
Unit 1 – Hand Tools 1
Unit 2 – Hand Tools 2
Unit 3 – Power Tools
Unit 4 – Fasteners
Unit 5 – Safety Equipment
Unit 6 – Basic Actions 1
Unit 7 – Basic Actions 2
Unit 8 – Basic Math
Unit 9 – Decimals and Fractions
Unit 10 – Measurements
Unit 11 – Materials
Unit 12 – Properties and Dimesions
Unit 13 – Site Communication
Unit 14 – Parts of a Residence
Unit 15 – Parts of a Commercial Building
Unit 1 – Careers
Unit 2 – Worksite Safety
Unit 3 – Site Investigation
Unit 4 – Site Layout
Unit 5 – Cranes
Unit 6 – Rigging
Unit 7 – Excavation 1
Unit 8 – Excavation 2
Unit 9 – Foundations 1
Unit 10 – Foundations 2
Unit 11 – Formwork 1
Unit 12 – Formwork 2
Unit 13 – Floor Plans
Unit 14 – Floors 1
Unit 15 – Floors 2
Unit 1 – Fire-Suppression Systems
Unit 2 – Septic Systems
Unit 3 – Water Service Installation
Unit 4 – Water Distribution Installation
Unit 5 – Drainage and Waste Installation
Unit 6 – Toilet Installation
Unit 7 – Sink Installation
Unit 8 – Water Heater Installation
Unit 9 – Toilets
Unit 10 – Clogs
Unit 11 – Faucets and Showers
Unit 12 – Pumps
Unit 13 – Septic Systems
Unit 14 – Pipe Repair
Unit 15 – Water Heaters
Construction I – Buildings: Construction I – Buildings is a new educational resource for construction professionals who want to improve their
English communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit
offers step-by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening,
speaking and writing. Construction I – Buildings addresses topics including tools, foundations, structures roofs and
finishing.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Electricians
Unit 1 – General Tools
Unit 2 – More Tools
Unit 3 – Power Tools
Unit 4 – Specialized Tools
Unit 5 – Materials
Unit 6 – Safety
Unit 7 – Actions
Unit 8 – More Actions
Unit 9 – Numbers
Unit 10 – Measurements
Unit 11 – Elements of Electricity
Unit 12 – Electrical Safety
Unit 13 – Types of Wires
Unit 14 – Wire Codes
Unit 15 – Wire Connectors
Unit 1 – Electrical Connectors
Unit 2 – Conduit Systems
Unit 3 – Buried and Aerial Entrances
Unit 4 – Panels
Unit 5 – Subpanels
Unit 6 – Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Unit 7 – Balancing the Load
Unit 8 – Receptical Boxes
Unit 9 – Recepticales
Unit 10 – Switch Boxes
Unit 11 – Types of Switches
Unit 12 – Grounding Systems
Unit 13 – Installing a Grounding System
Unit 14 – Electrical Fires
Unit 15 – Electrical Safety at Home
Unit 1 – How GFCIs Work
Unit 2 – Types of GFCIs
Unit 3 – Installing GFCIs
Unit 4 – Testing GFCIs
Unit 5 – AFCIs
Unit 6 – Lights
Unit 7 – Ceiling Fans
Unit 8 – Outdoor Light Fixtures
Unit 9 – Kitchen Appliances
Unit 10 – Electric Heaters
Unit 11 – Utility Room Appliances
Unit 12 – Submersible Pumps
Unit 13 – Induced Voltage
Unit 14 – Direct Strikes
Unit 15 – Surge Protection
Electrician: Electrician is a new educational resource for electrical professionals who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Electrician addresses topics including electrical concepts, types of wires, electrical service entrances,
installing appliances and wire codes.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Mechanics
Unit 1 – Hand Tools 1
Unit 2 – Hand Tools 2
Unit 3 – Fasteners
Unit 4 – Power Tools
Unit 5 – Bench and Machine Tools
Unit 6 – Basic Actions
Unit 7 – Materials
Unit 8 – Numbers
Unit 9 – Measurements
Unit 10 – Around the Shop
Unit 11 – Types of Cars
Unit 12 – Parts of a Car: Exterior
Unit 13 – Parts of a Car: Interior
Unit 14 – Guages and Meters
Unit 15 – Tires
Unit 1 – Internal Combustion Engine
Unit 2 – Diesel vs. Gasoline
Unit 3 – Two-Stroke Engine
Unit 4 – Four-Stroke Engine
Unit 5 – Electrical System
Unit 6 – Ignition System
Unit 7 – Fuel System
Unit 8 – Lubrication System
Unit 9 – Exhaust System
Unit 10 – Cooling System
Unit 11 – Brake System
Unit 12 – Steering System
Unit 13 – Suspension System
Unit 14 – Transmission System
Unit 15 – Differentials and Joints
Unit 1 – Basic Electricity
Unit 2 – Electrical Tools and Equipment
Unit 3 – Parts of a Motorcycle
Unit 4 – Common Problems
Unit 5 – Heating
Unit 6 – Ventilation
Unit 7 – Air Conditioning
Unit 8 – Farm Machines
Unit 9 – Construction and Demolition
Unit 10 – Welding
Unit 11 – Frame Repair
Unit 12 – Refinishing
Unit 13 – Hybrids
Unit 14 – Electric Cars
Unit 15 – Troubleshooting Problems
Mechanics: Mechanics is a new educational resource for professional mechanics who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Mechanics addresses topics including hand tools, power tools, auto systems, maintenance and body repair.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Merchant Navy
Unit 1 – Parts of a Ship: Exterior
Unit 2 – Parts of a Ship: Interior
Unit 3 – Ship Systems
Unit 4 – Ship Stability
Unit 5 – Nautical Directions
Unit 6 – Communications: Audio
Unit 7 – Communications: Visual
Unit 8 – Communications: Signal Flags
Unit 9 – Nautical Measurements
Unit 10 – The Crew
Unit 11 – Chiefs and Officers
Unit 12 – Canvas Work
Unit 13 – Painting
Unit 14 – Ground Tackle
Unit 15 – Steering Gear
Unit 1 – Tankers 1
Unit 2 – Tankers 2
Unit 3 – Container Ships
Unit 4 – Wire
Unit 5 – Marlinspike Seamanship 1
Unit 6 – Marlinspike Seamanship 2
Unit 7 – Blocks and Tackle
Unit 8 – Loading Equipment
Unit 9 – Cargo Handling and Storage
Unit 10 – Mooring
Unit 11 – Anchoring
Unit 12 – Towing
Unit 13 – Weather
Unit 14 – First Aid
Unit 15 – The Day of an Officer
Unit 1 – Ship Business
Unit 2 – Log Books
Unit 3 – Inspections
Unit 4 – Drills and Station Bills
Unit 5 – Rules of the Road 1
Unit 6 – Rules of the Road 2
Unit 7 – International Ports
Unit 8 – Safety
Unit 9 – Firefighting
Unit 10 – Maintenance and Repair
Unit 11 – Survival Craft
Unit 12 – Elements of Navigation
Unit 13 – Navigation Methods
Unit 14 – Instruments and Equipments
Unit 15 – Tides, Currents and Winds
Merchant Navy: Merchant Navy is a new educational resource for merchant seamen who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Merchant Navy addresses topics including the parts of a ship, types of merchant ships, marlinespike
seamanship, nautical directions and navigation methods.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Mining
Unit 1 – The Role of Mining
Unit 2 – Non-Metallic Ores
Unit 3 – Metallic Ores
Unit 4 – Ore Deposits
Unit 5 – Basic Mining Actions
Unit 6 – Types of Surface Mining
Unit 7 – Types of Subsurface Mining
Unit 8 – The Surface Plant
Unit 9 – The Crew
Unit 10 – Hand Tools
Unit 11 – Basic Gear
Unit 12 – Describing Places in a Mine
Unit 13 – Numbers 1: Volume/Weights
Unit 14 – Numbers 2: Distance/Depth
Unit 15 – Numbers 3: Math Symbols
Unit 1 – Places in a Surface Mine
Unit 2 – Places in a Subsurface Mine
Unit 3 – Drilling
Unit 4 – Blasting
Unit 5 – Surface Mining
Unit 6 – Loading and Excavation
Unit 7 – Haulage
Unit 8 – Haulage Working Zone
Unit 9 – Hoisting
Unit 10 – Ground Control
Unit 11 – Personnel Transport
Unit 12 – Communications
Unit 13 – Waste Disposal
Unit 14 – Ventilation and Air Conditioning
Unit 15 – Auxilliary Operations
Unit 1 – Unit Operations
Unit 2 – Mineral Processing Plant
Unit 3 – Crushing
Unit 4 – Grinding
Unit 5 – Sizing
Unit 6 – Equipment Malfunction
Unit 7 – Concentration Methods
Unit 8 – Dewatering
Unit 9 – Extractive Metallurgy
Unit 10 – The Environment
Unit 11 – Reclamation
Unit 12 – Health Hazards 1
Unit 13 – Health Hazards 2
Unit 14 – Disaster and Response
Unit 15 – The Future of Mining
Natural Resources – Mining: Mining is a new educational resource for mining professionals who want to improve their English communication in a
work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-by-step instruction
that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and writing. Natural
Resources II - Mining addresses topics including types of ore, exploration methods, mining techniques, effects on the
environment and industry safety.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Natural Gas I
Unit 1 – Natural Gas Jobs 1
Unit 2 – Natural Gas Jobs 2
Unit 3 – In the Company
Unit 4 – In the Natural Gas Field
Unit 5 – Work Locations
Unit 6 – Working Conditions
Unit 7 – Weather Conditions
Unit 8 – Actions
Unit 9 – Basic Tools
Unit 10 – Fishing Tools
Unit 11 – Numbers
Unit 12 – Geometry
Unit 13 – Area Measurements
Unit 14 – Natural Gas Measurements
Unit 15 – Safety Equipment
Unit 1 – Parts of a Drilling Rig
Unit 2 – Types of Off-Shore Rigs
Unit 3 – Parts of an Off-Shore Rig
Unit 4 – Rig Power Systems
Unit 5 – Rig Rotary Systems
Unit 6 – Rig Circulation Systems
Unit 7 – Rig Hoisting Systems
Unit 8 – Drill Bits
Unit 9 – The Drilling Process
Unit 10 – Drilling Problems
Unit 11 – New Drilling Technology
Unit 12 – Well Completion
Unit 13 – Well Simulation
Unit 14 – Natural Gas Processing
Unit 15 – Underground Natural Gas Storage
Unit 1 – Blowouts
Unit 2 – Workovers
Unit 3 – Rig Dismantling
Unit 4 – Automation
Unit 5 – Raw Natural Gas
Unit 6 – Geological Formation Characteristics
Unit 7 – Natural Gas Traps
Unit 8 – Geological Formations
Unit 9 – Use of Natural Gas
Unit 10 – Natural Gas and the Environment
Unit 11 – Contracts
Unit 12 – Financing
Unit 13 – Marketing
Unit 14 – Liquefied Natural Gas
Unit 15 – Tight Gas
Natural Gas II: Natural Gas II is a new educational resource for petroleum and natural gas industry professionals who want to
improve their English communication in a work environment. Incorporating career specific vocabulary and contexts,
each unit offers step-by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading,
listening, speaking and writing. Natural Gas II addresses topics including jobs in the industry, types of rigs, the drilling
process, safety and working conditions.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Natural Gas II
Unit 1 – Shale Gas
Unit 2 – Coal Seam Gas
Unit 3 – Biogas
Unit 4 – Methane Hydrate
Unit 5 – Mapping Natural Gas Deposits
Unit 6 – Types of Well Logs
Unit 7 – Seismic Data
Unit 8 – Marine Seismic Data
Unit 9 – Natural Gas Pipelines
Unit 10 – Distribution of Natural Gas
Unit 11 – Lease Agreements
Unit 12 – Acquiring Leases
Unit 13 – Exploration Damages
Unit 14 – Supply and Damages
Unit 15 – Employees
Unit 1 – Wildcat Drilling
Unit 2 – Natural Gas Fuel Cells
Unit 3 – Core Samples
Unit 4 – Fluid Samples
Unit 5 – Well Problems
Unit 6 – Licensing Process
Unit 7 – Licensed Areas
Unit 8 – Natural Gas Boom
Unit 9 – Boomtowns
Unit 10 – Natural Gas Bust
Unit 11 – Cold Exposure
Unit 12 – Heatstroke
Unit 13 – Fatigue
Unit 14 – First Aid
Unit 15 – Hydrogen Sulfide Exposure
Unit 1 – Drillships
Unit 2 – Floating Production Storage
Unit 3 – Liquid Loading
Unit 4 – Well Deliquification: Foam Lift
Unit 5 – Well Deliquification: Plunger Lift
Unit 6 – Well Deliquification: Beam Pumping
Unit 7 – Natural Gas Reservoir Estimates
Unit 8 – Reservoir Modeling
Unit 9 – Reservoir Drive Mechanisms
Unit 10 – Pipeline Pigging
Unit 11 – Off-Shore Pipeline Installation
Unit 12 – Remotely Operated Vehicles
Unit 13 – Disposal of Drilling Waste 1
Unit 14 – Disposal of Drilling Waste 2
Unit 15 – Emergency Action Plans
Natural Gas II: Natural Gas II is a new educational resource for petroleum and natural gas industry professionals who want to
improve their English communication in a work environment. Incorporating career specific vocabulary and contexts,
each unit offers step-by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading,
listening, speaking and writing. Natural Gas II addresses topics including jobs in the industry, types of rigs, gas
storage and transport, safety procedures and the drilling process.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Petroleum I
Unit 1 – Jobs in the Oil Industry 1
Unit 2 – Jobs in the Oil Industry 2
Unit 3 – In the Company
Unit 4 – In the Oil Field
Unit 5 – Work Locations
Unit 6 – Weather Conditions
Unit 7 – Working Conditions
Unit 8 – Actions
Unit 9 – Basic Tools
Unit 10 – Specialized Tools
Unit 11 – Numbers
Unit 12 – Geometry
Unit 13 – Measurements
Unit 14 – Measuring Tools
Unit 15 – Safety Equipment
Unit 1 – Parts of a Drilling Rig
Unit 2 – Types of Offshore Rig
Unit 3 – Parts of an Offshore Rig
Unit 4 – Rig Power Systems
Unit 5 – Rig Rotary Systems
Unit 6 – Rig Circulation System
Unit 7 – The Modern Drilling Process
Unit 8 – Drilling Problems
Unit 9 – New Drilling Technology
Unit 10 – Well Completion
Unit 11 – Well Stimulation
Unit 12 – Crude Oil Products
Unit 13 – Cleaning Crude Oil
Unit 14 – Transporting Oil
Unit 15 – At the Gas Station
Unit 1 – Blowouts
Unit 2 – Workovers
Unit 3 – Rig Dismantling
Unit 4 – Automation
Unit 5 – Improved Oil Recovery
Unit 6 – Finding Oil
Unit 7 – Geographical Features
Unit 8 – Petroleum Mapping
Unit 9 – Mud Logging
Unit 10 – Petroleum Traps
Unit 11 – Contracts
Unit 12 – Finance
Unit 13 – Marketing
Unit 14 – Oil Spills
Unit 15 – Environmental Impact
Petroleum I: Petroleum I is a new educational resource for petroleum industry professionals who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Petroleum I addresses topics including jobs in the industry, types of oil rigs, petroleum mapping, oil rig
mechanical systems and the drilling process.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Petroleum II
Unit 1 – Oil Sands
Unit 2 – Oil Shale
Unit 3 – Petroleum Reserves
Unit 4 – Treating Petroleum
Unit 5 – Oil from Storage Tanks
Unit 6 – Measuring Petroleum
Unit 7 – The Licencing Process
Unit 8 – Licensed Areas
Unit 9 – Acquiring Leases
Unit 10 – Exploration Damages
Unit 11 – Lease Agreements
Unit 12 – Petroleum Engineers
Unit 13 – Employees
Unit 14 – Well Types
Unit 15 – Wildcatting
Unit 1 – The Chemistry of Petroleum
Unit 2 – Properties of Petroleum
Unit 3 – Impurities of Petroleum
Unit 4 – Petroleum Seals
Unit 5 – Seepage
Unit 6 – Seismic Data
Unit 7 – Marine Seismic Data
Unit 8 – Core Samples
Unit 9 – Fluid Samples
Unit 10 – Automated Driller’s Cabins
Unit 11 – Drillships
Unit 12 – Heatstroke
Unit 13 – Fatigue
Unit 14 – First Aid
Unit 15 – Hydrogen Sulfide Exposure
Unit 1 – Petroleum Reservoir Estimates
Unit 2 – Reservoir Modeling
Unit 3 – Reservoir Drive Mechanisms
Unit 4 – Beam Pumping
Unit 5 – Submersible Pumping
Unit 6 – Gas Lift
Unit 7 – Well Problems
Unit 8 – Refined Product Pipelines
Unit 9 – Pipeline Pigging
Unit 10 – Pipeline Pumping Stations
Unit 11 – Offshore Pipelines
Unit 12 – Disposal of Drilling Waste 1
Unit 13 – Disposal of Drilling Waste 2
Unit 14 – Doing Business
Unit 15 – Company Strategy Models
Petroleum II: Petroleum II is a new educational resource for petroleum industry professionals who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Petroleum II addresses topics including jobs in the industry, types of oil rigs, petroleum mapping, oil rig
mechanical systems and the drilling process.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Plumbing
Unit 1 – Hand Tools 1
Unit 2 – Hand Tools 2
Unit 3 – Power Tools
Unit 4 – Safety Equipment
Unit 5 – Basic Actions 1
Unit 6 – Basic Actions 2
Unit 7 – Materials
Unit 8 – Numbers
Unit 9 – Measurements
Unit 10 – Properties and Dimesions
Unit 11 – Pipes, Tubes and Tubing
Unit 12 – Fittings
Unit 13 – Valves
Unit 14 – Fixtures
Unit 15 – Faucets
Unit 1 – Drains
Unit 2 – Sealants and Compounds
Unit 3 – Drainage, Waste and Venting
Unit 4 – Garbage Disposals
Unit 5 – Dishwashers
Unit 6 – Gas Water Heaters
Unit 7 – Electric Water Heaters
Unit 8 – Water Heaters: Other
Unit 9 – Applicance Boxes
Unit 10 – Site Communication
Unit 11 – Blueprints: Reading
Unit 12 – Blueprints: Drafting
Unit 13 – Organizing Materials
Unit 14 – Handling Materials
Unit 15 – Layouts
Unit 1 – Fire-Suppression Systems
Unit 2 – Septic Systems
Unit 3 – Water Service Installation
Unit 4 – Water Distribution Installation
Unit 5 – Drainage and Waste Installation
Unit 6 – Toilet Installation
Unit 7 – Sink Installation
Unit 8 – Water Heater Installation
Unit 9 – Toilets
Unit 10 – Clogs
Unit 11 – Faucets and Showers
Unit 12 – Pumps
Unit 13 – Septic Systems
Unit 14 – Pipe Repair
Unit 15 – Water Heaters
Plumbing: Plumbing is a new educational resource for plumbing professionals who want to improve their English
communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-
by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and
writing. Plumbing addresses topics including common tools, pipes, appliance installations, septic systems and
troubleshooting problems.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Roads and Highways
Unit 1 – Types of Roads
Unit 2 – Parts of a Road
Unit 3 – Parts of a Highway
Unit 4 – Types of Intersections
Unit 5 – Materials
Unit 6 – Numbers
Unit 7 – Measurements
Unit 8 – Tools
Unit 9 – Safety Equipment
Unit 10 – Basic Actions
Unit 11 – Machines
Unit 12 – Communications
Unit 13 – Soil
Unit 14 – Describing Landscapes 1
Unit 15 – Describing Landscapes 2
Unit 1 – Surveying
Unit 2 – Surveying Equipment
Unit 3 – Plans
Unit 4 – Setting Out Lines
Unit 5 – Earthworks 1
Unit 6 – Earthworks 2
Unit 7 – Drainage
Unit 8 – Pipes
Unit 9 – Drains
Unit 10 – Pavements 1: Structure
Unit 11 – Pavements 2: Design
Unit 12 – Pavements 3: Surfacing
Unit 13 – Pavements: Defects
Unit 14 – Rigid Pavements 1: Slabs
Unit 15 – Rigid Pavements 2: Formwork
Unit 1 – Curb Types
Unit 2 – Installing Curbs
Unit 3 – Paving Sidewalks
Unit 4 – Bridges 1: Types
Unit 5 – Bridges 2: Parts
Unit 6 – Fencing
Unit 7 – Site Safety
Unit 8 – Traffic Control
Unit 9 – Signage
Unit 10 – Street Furniture
Unit 11 – Testing Materials 1
Unit 12 – Testing Materials 2
Unit 13 – Bridge Maintenance
Unit 14 – Road Maintenance 1
Unit 15 – Road Maintenance 2
Construction I – Buildings: Construction I - Buildings is a new educational resource for construction professionals who want to improve their
English communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit
offers step-by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening,
speaking and writing. Construction I – Buildings addresses topics including tools, foundations, structures roofs and
finishing.
Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.
Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through
written and oral production.
Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,
over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and
phrases.
Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301
Coming Soon At LVC, we are continually expanding the range of available courses to ensure that we can provide
the right course for you.
Contact LVC to find out more about these upcoming courses.
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certificate of professional
training.
Situated close to the centre of London, the University of Greenwich
boasts a substantial Faculty of Education. Drawing on their extensive
knowledge and experience of language education, the university now offers
language certificates for international students.
LVC is the sole provider of Greenwich exams in the Greater Region.
The University of Greenwich
A Prestigious Certificate
Complete your education at LVC by
obtaining a certificate of English
validated by the University of
Greenwich, England.
Each course offered by LVC has a
corresponding, specialized exam and
certificate.
Complete Your
Education at LVC
University Validated Certificates
LVC and Your Education
Level 1 - 101
LVC – Preparation for
AGE
18
Job / University
Level 2 - 201
Level 3 - 301
Certificate of English
AGE
21
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OUR TRAINING CENTRES
IN LUXEMBOURG
The LVC team is ready to answer any questions you
may have.
Contact our training centre to discuss your
requirements and arrange a complimentary
English placement test today.
LVC – Luxembourg Erlend Firth ESP Consultant – Adult Education
+352 40 35 47
5, rue de Hesperange
1731 Luxembourg
LVC is the product of over twenty years’ experience of delivering first class language training throughout
Luxembourg. During this time, we have developed an extensive understanding of the needs of language
learners. Having identified a need for specialized language training, LVC has responded by providing the
courses you require.
Experts in Education
Learn from the Best
To deliver the best possible learning opportunities, LVC provides experienced, qualified trainers. These
native speaker or bilingual trainers draw upon years of teaching experience. Backed by a wealth of
teaching resources, our trainers ensure the lessons challenge and engage learners.
The International inlingua Schools of Language
inlingua® is part of an international training organization established in 1968 in Bern, Switzerland. There
are over 350 language centres in 44 countries worldwide. Millions of clients and employees of large and
small companies, institutions and government offices have benefitted from the inlingua® method of
language training.