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 Trades Worker
Construction Apprentice
Construction and Mining Labourer

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.

According to the Australian Government's MySkills service, there is currently a shortage of skilled workers across a number occupations in the construction sector. That means you'll graduate with in-demand skills, with employers currently struggling to find qualified candidates to fill vacancies.

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
CPCCCM2005B Use construction tools and equipment Unit code: CPCCCM2005B 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
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
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

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
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
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
Greater Brisbane
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
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
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
HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support Unit code: HLTAID002 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines.	Provide basic emergency life support
Wide Bay Burnett / Sunshine Coast
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
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
Gold Coast
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
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
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
Darling Downs and South West
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
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
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

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

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Ways to study

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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. Learn more

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Mount Isa		11 weeks	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,880 Subsidised: $640 Concession: $320

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

WORKLOADFull time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

START DATES

Duration11 weeks

COSTFull fee: $3,880
Subsidised: $640
Concession: $320

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Bracken Ridge	06 October 2020	up to 10 weeks	Flexible Delivery up to 5 days per week	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Alexandra Hills	06 October 2020	10 weeks	Full time 5 days per week for 3 weeks, Full time 3 days per week for 7 weeks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Ipswich	06 October 2020	10 weeks	3.5 days per week	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Bracken Ridge	27 October 2020	up to 10 weeks	Flexible Delivery up to 5 days per week	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Alexandra Hills	27 January 2021	10 weeks	Full Time 3 Days per week for 1 week (Wed-Fri), Full time 5 days per week for 2 weeks, Full time 3 days per week for 7 weeks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Ipswich	01 February 2021	10 weeks	3 days per week	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Acacia Ridge	01 February 2021	9 weeks	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Alexandra Hills	19 April 2021	10 weeks	Full time 5 days per week for 3 weeks, Full time 3 days per week for 7 weeks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Ipswich	19 April 2021	10 weeks	3 days per week	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Alexandra Hills	12 July 2021	10 weeks	Full time 5 days per week for 3 weeks, Full time 3 days per week for 7 weeks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635
Alexandra Hills	05 October 2021	10 weeks	Full time 5 days per week for 3 weeks, Full time 3 days per week for 7 weeks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $3,905 Subsidised: $955 Concession: $635

Bracken RidgeFlexible Delivery up to 5 days per week

WORKLOADFlexible Delivery up to 5 days per week

START DATES06 October 2020

Durationup to 10 weeks