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Certificate II in Construction Pathways


 National Code: CPC20220
 TAFE SA Code: TP01277


2023 start

Description

This course gives you a taste of different trades in the building industry. You will develop a broad range of skills across joinery, shopfitting, carpentry and bricklaying, and learn foundational skills that will help you gain your trade apprenticeship.

Through theoretical and practical course work, you will learn to read and interpret specifications and plans, carry out measurements and calculations, correctly use hand and power tools, identify materials you will work with in construction and how to follow instruction from trade supervisors.

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10 weeks 

Full Time

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Elizabeth

Closed

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Full Time
Apply on Mon 7 Aug 2023
Noarlunga

Closed

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Full Time
Apply on Mon 7 Aug 2023
Tonsley

Closed

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Full Time
Apply on Mon 7 Aug 2023

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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.

Full Time

Full Time classes

Part Time

Part Time classes

Day Classes

Day time classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • No course admission requirements
If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course

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Entry Recommendations
Recommended for those with an interest and aptitude towards working in the building and construction industry.

Attendance Requirements (subject to change)
Classes are held 4 days a week.

Industry Conditions and Skills
You will need:

  • practical hands-on aptitude
  • good communication and interpersonal skills
  • basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Additional Uniforms, Equipment and Costs

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety boots, safety glasses and cotton workwear.

Fees

Total Fees for the 10 week course
Full Fee
$7,555

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry with the exception of plumbing. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate II in Construction Pathways (CPC20220)
    You will learn about the processes, materials, tools and equipment used and develop specialised skills and knowledge associated with the industry. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 5 core units and 5 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    93%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    88%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2021 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry 20
    Carry out measurements and calculations 20
    Plan and organise work 20
    Undertake a basic construction project 40
    Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry 20

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply basic levelling procedures 8
    Assemble components 32
    Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials 16
    Handle carpentry materials 16
    Handle construction materials 16
    Read and interpret plans and specifications 36
    Undertake basic estimation and costing 16
    Undertake basic installation of wall tiles 120
    Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment 30
    Use carpentry tools and equipment 96
    Use construction tools and equipment 96
    Use solid plastering tools and equipment 80

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Certificate II in Construction Pathways
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