Qualification Description
This qualification provides an introduction into the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. The content covers essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials.
Job Role
This course provides an introduction to all trades in the construction industry. The skills achieved will assist in successfully undertaking a Certificate II pre-vocational program or job outcome qualification, or will facilitate entry into an Australian Apprenticeship.
Units of competency
This qualification consists of 11 units made up of 8 core and 3 elective units.
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CPCCCM1012A | - Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM1013A | - Plan and organise work |
| CPCCCM1014A | - Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCCM1015A | - Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCCM2001A | - Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCWHS1001 | - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCCWHS2001 | - Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCVE1011A | - Undertake a basic construction project |
| CPCCCM2004A | - Handle construction materials |
| CPCCCM2006 | - Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2005B | - Use construction tools and equipment |
Assessments
- Knowledge Assessments
- Practical Assessments
Entry Requirements
- Must have completed general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001 covers this requirement.
- Satisfactory completion of LLN before course commencement.