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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.
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsCompletion 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
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| AQF Level | Level 1: Certificate I |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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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:
- Complete 8 core units
- 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.
Please select a course structure from the options below:
STN
12 months part-time
- On-campus
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| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCCM1011 | Undertake basic estimation and costing | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCCM2004 | Handle construction materials | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCCM2005 | Use construction tools and equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCVE1011 | Undertake a basic construction project | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | 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 |
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| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM1011 | Undertake basic estimation and costing |
| CPCCCM2004 | Handle construction materials |
| CPCCCM2005 | Use construction tools and equipment |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCVE1011 | Undertake a basic construction project |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
RPL / Credit
RPL/Credit
- RPL/RCC/Credit
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| CPCCVE1011 | Undertake a basic construction project | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCCM1011 | Undertake basic estimation and costing | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | 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 | |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | 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 | |
| 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 | |
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 |
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| CPCCVE1011 | Undertake a basic construction project |
| CPCCCM1011 | Undertake basic estimation and costing |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2005 | Use construction tools and equipment |
| CPCCCM2004 | Handle construction materials |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
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.
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.
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| Written/Electronic Assessment |
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Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2023 Availabilities
STN
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RPL / Credit
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Domestic 2024 Availabilities
STN
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RPL / Credit
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Domestic 2025 Availabilities
STN
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RPL / Credit
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Domestic 2026 Availabilities
STN
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RPL / Credit
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