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CPC10120 - Certificate I in Construction

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. The units of competency cover essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials. The qualification is built around a basic construction project unit that integrates the skills and embeds the facets of employability skills in context. The qualification is suited to Start TAFE Now (STN) programs or learners with no previous connection to the construction industry or relevant employment history.


Entry Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

There are no other entry requirements for this course.


Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $5,082.00 (2024)
Subsidised Full Fee $1,782.00 (2024)
Subsidised Concession Fee $1,419.00 (2024)
Fee for service per unit $462.00 (2024)
Subsidised full fee per unit $162.00 (2024)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Apprenticeships, Trades & Training
Skill Area
  • Building and Construction
AQF Level Level 1: Certificate I

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Apprenticeship within construction industry, including: Bricklayer or Blocklayer, Ceiling or wall plasterer, Carpenter, Joiner, Painter decorator, Roof tiler, Shopfitter, Solid plasterer, Stonemason

Delivery Agreement

Co-Provider

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 8 core units
  2. Complete 3 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

STN

12 months part-time

  • On-campus
Core
CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCCM2004 Handle construction materials More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCCM1011 Undertake basic estimation and costing More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry More Information Training.gov Details
Elective
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication More Information Training.gov Details
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

For the following units, you may choose your own order of study, while taking into account pre-requisite requirements and the unit availability.
Unit Code Unit Name
CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCCM2004 Handle construction materials
CPCCCM1011 Undertake basic estimation and costing
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Practical Task
Written/Electronic Assessment
RPL
Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2023 Availabilities

STN

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

STN

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