Certificate II in Building and Construction
Course code: 22338VIC
Registered Training Organisation: Skillinvest
RTO code: 4192
Course Summary
The outcomes of the qualification will enable the participant to develop skills in the following areas:
- safe handling of selected hand and power tools
- interpreting workplace documents and plans
- performing building related calculations
- communicating effectively in the workplace
- researching pathways and job opportunities in the construction industry
- safety requirements on a work site
- components of building structures
- basic quality principles in the construction industry
- awareness of building codes and standards.
Accreditation
Contribution towards VCE: VM (replacing VCAL Intermediate and Senior Certificate)
It is mandated that students studying VCE: VM from 2023 must complete 180 hours of Certificate II or above. This will contribute 2 VET credits towards a student’s program.
Contribution towards VPC (replacing Foundation VCAL)
Students studying VPC from 2023 can include a VET program, however it is not mandated.
Contribution towards VCE
Students will be eligible for two or more units at
Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.
ATAR Contribution
Students who receive a units 3 and 4 sequence for VCE VET Building will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10 per cent of the lowest study score of the primary four studies).
No Scored Assessment Available
State Accreditation
Program Delivery
Program structure
Delivered over two years
Location
Building Training Workshop
Longerenong College or Federation University
Contact Days/Hours
Wednesdays 9.30 am to 3.20 pm
Structured Workplace Learning
A minimum of 40 hours work placement is recommended.
Employment and Study Pathways
Possible study pathways
- Carpentry Apprenticeship
- Architecture
- Building Engineering
- Interior Design
Potential career paths
- Builder
- Building Site Manager
- Building Inspector
- Landscaper
Fees and Equipment
Clothing/Equipment/OH&S
No singlets
Safety boots required
Students experiencing financial disadvantage may be eligible to receive free Work Boots provided by the State Schools’ Relief Program. Contact your VET Coordinator to find out if you are eligible.
Materials Fee
To be paid by DET for schools in the public sector. Independent and Catholic schools will discuss fees with their families.
Study Units
Units may include:
|
Unit code |
Core Units |
|
CPCCOHS2001A |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
|
HLTAID002 |
Provide basic emergency life support |
|
CPCCWHS1001 |
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
|
VU22014 |
Prepare for work in the building and construction industry |
|
VU22015 |
Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings |
|
CPCCCM1015A |
Carry out measurements and calculations |
|
CPCCCM2006 |
Apply basic levelling procedures |
|
CPCCCM1012A |
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
|
CPCCCM1014A |
Conduct workplace communication |
|
Unit code |
Elective Units |
|
VU22022 |
Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment |
|
VU22023 |
Perform basic setting out |
|
VU22016 |
Erect and safely use working platforms |
|
VU22030 |
Carry out basic demolition for timber structures |
|
VU22024 |
Construct basic sub-floor |
|
VU22031 |
Construct basic formwork for concreting |
|
VU22025 |
Construct basic wall frames |
|
VU22026 |
Construct a basic roof frame |
|
VU22027 |
Install basic external cladding |
|
VU22028 |
Install basic windows and door frames |
Contact
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