Certificate I in Construction

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Gain basic skills and increase your prospects for a career in a huge range of construction occupations with this entry-level course.

JOB PROSPECTS

Construction Apprentice
Construction Trades Workers
Construction and Mining Labourers

COURSE OUTCOME

CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction

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Course overview

Get started in your construction career with this entry-level course. This qualification will show employers you are ready for the next step. It will set you up with the foundation skills and knowledge to gain an apprenticeship in any construction trade.

Employers will be seeking an increased number of qualified workers and apprentices as construction enters a growth period over the next few years. Skills shortages are expected in specialised areas of construction, such as bricklaying and painting, where job prospects are high.

This course covers essential work health and safety requirements, and teaches you basic skills in the use of construction tools and materials, reading and interpreting plans, making measurements and calculations and communicating in the workplace. This hands-on qualification is built around a basic construction project that integrates these skills just like in the workplace. Our trade-qualified teachers are industry professionals who will show you what it's like to work in the construction industry and help you apply your skills.

Successful completion of this course gives you the skills you need to confidently seek an apprenticeship in a wide range of construction occupations such as bricklaying, carpentry, painting and decorating and wall and floor tiling. You may also look for employment as a trades assistant.

State-of-the-art training facilities

TAFE Queensland's multi-million dollar construction training facilities will provide you with an experience that is as close to real-life as possible. Our training spaces replicate both commercial and residential settings and allow you to work on full-sized projects to build your skills.

Employment outcomes

TAFE Queensland will continue to assist you, even after you've completed your qualification. Utilising our strong industry connections, we link students with employers looking to hire our highly-skilled graduates. Once you have completed your Certificate I in Construction, register your interest in an apprenticeship with our Find Your Apprentice service.

Units

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 3 elective units from the list below.

Core units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME

CPCCCM1012A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry Unit code: CPCCCM1012A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the construction industry. It covers the identification and clarification of the construction industry work context, scope and employment conditions, responsibility required to be accepted by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement activities and sustainable work practices and techniques.	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCM1013A Plan and organise work Unit code: CPCCCM1013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and organise individual and group work activities on a construction site. The unit includes identifying task requirements, planning steps and organising work.	Plan and organise work
CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communication Unit code: CPCCCM1014A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment. It includes gathering, conveying and receiving information through verbal and written forms of communication.	Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications Unit code: CPCCCM2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations. It includes the identification of types of plans and drawings and their functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols and abbreviations, the identification of key features and specifications on a site plan, the comprehension of written job specifications and the recognition of document status and amendment detail.	Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCCM2005A Use construction tools and equipment Unit code: CPCCCM2005A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely select and use construction tools and equipment. It includes hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and plant and equipment.	Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry Unit code: CPCCWHS1001 Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the mandatory work health and safety training required prior to undertaking construction work. The unit requires the person to demonstrate personal awareness and knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements in order to work safely and prevent injury or harm to self and others. It covers identifying and orally reporting common construction hazards, understanding basic risk control measures, and identifying procedures for responding to potential incidents and emergencies. It also covers correctly selecting and fitting common personal protective equipment (PPE) used for construction work.	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Unit code: CPCCOHS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.	Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCVE1011A Undertake a basic construction project Unit code: CPCCVE1011A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake a basic construction project to provide elementary skills applicable to the construction industry. It includes completion of a project using basic tools, equipment and materials.	Undertake a basic construction project

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

Elective units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME
North and Far North Queensland
CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations Unit code: CPCCCM1015A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment.	Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCM2006B Apply basic levelling procedures Unit code: CPCCCM2006B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out levelling in a single plane for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set-out of building components. It includes the set-up, testing and use of levelling devices, and establishing and transferring heights using a range of levelling equipment.	Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2010B Work safely at heights Unit code: CPCCCM2010B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to work safely on construction sites where the work activity involves working above 1.5 metres from ground level and where fall protection measures are required.	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials Unit code: CPCCCM2004A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely manually handle, store and apply environmental management principles associated with construction materials and components. It includes preparing material for mechanical handling.	Handle construction materials
Wide Bay Burnett / Sunshine Coast
CPCCCM2006B Apply basic levelling procedures Unit code: CPCCCM2006B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out levelling in a single plane for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set-out of building components. It includes the set-up, testing and use of levelling devices, and establishing and transferring heights using a range of levelling equipment.	Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM1011A Undertake basic estimation and costing Unit code: CPCCCM1011A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to estimate materials, labour and time requirements and establish costs for a basic construction project.	Undertake basic estimation and costing
CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials Unit code: CPCCCM2004A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely manually handle, store and apply environmental management principles associated with construction materials and components. It includes preparing material for mechanical handling.	Handle construction materials
Gold Coast
CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials Unit code: CPCCCM2004A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely manually handle, store and apply environmental management principles associated with construction materials and components. It includes preparing material for mechanical handling.	Handle construction materials
CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations Unit code: CPCCCM1015A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment.	Carry out measurements and calculations
MSFFM2006 Hand make timber joints Unit code: MSFFM2006 Unit description: This unit of competency covers joining timber by constructing joints using hand and portable power tools.	Hand make timber joints
Other
CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry Unit code: CPCCOHS1001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) induction training within the construction industry. It requires the ability to demonstrate personal awareness of OHS legislative requirements, and the basic principles of risk management and prevention of injury and illness in the construction industry. Licensing requirements will apply to this unit of competency depending on the regulatory requirements of each jurisdiction.	Work safely in the construction industry

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

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Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools.

Campus	START DATES	Duration	WorkLoad	STUDY MODE	COST
Mount Isa		10 weeks	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,760 Subsidised: $930 Concession: $620
Cairns	16 April 2018	8 weeks	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,760 Subsidised: $930 Concession: $620
Townsville Trade Training Centre		10 weeks	Full time 5 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,760 Subsidised: $930 Concession: $620

Mount IsaFull time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday