At a glance
Get your career in civil construction started with this practical course. Complete this course as a traineeship or have your existing skills recognised to become a skilled operator in infrastructure construction and maintenance.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Pipe Layer
- Road Maintenance Worker
- Road Construction Worker
COURSE OUTCOME
Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
Course overview
Progress your career in civil construction with this practical course. Have your existing skills recognised or complete this course as a traineeship to become a skilled operator.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there is stable future growth predicted for earthmoving plant operators including excavator, bulldozer, and grader operators. This large occupation is expected is create around 30,000 jobs over the next five years.
In this course you'll learn specialised skills for pipe laying. You'll apply occupational health and safety standards to safely plan for, organise and carry out works on a construction site. Our experienced teachers will assist you to gain a range of skills for site work including earthworks, drainage and concreting.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you as a skilled operator in pipe laying You can continue to progress your career with further study at a Certificate IV level.
At TAFE Queensland, we believe in providing opportunities and quality pathways to further learning. Use this course to progress to higher-level qualifications in civil construction including in civil construction supervision and surface extraction operations.
TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Skills Assessment and Gap Training Program – this course is subsidised under this program. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 18 elective units from the list below.
- ten (10) must be chosen from Group G
- at least one (1) must be chosen from Group H
- at least three (3) must be chosen from Group I
- no more than four (4) may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| RIIBEF201D |
Plan and organise work | |
| RIICCM201D |
Carry out measurements and calculations | |
| RIICCM203D |
Read and interpret plans and job specifications | |
| RIICOM201D |
Communicate in the workplace | |
| RIISAM203D |
Use hand and power tools | |
| RIISAM204D |
Operate small plant and equipment | |
| RIIWHS201D |
Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | |
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| Group G | ||
| RIICCM202D |
Identify, locate and protect underground services | |
| RIICCM205E |
Carry out manual excavation | |
| RIICCM206D |
Support plant operations | |
| RIICCM207D |
Spread and compact materials manually | |
| RIICCM208D |
Carry out basic levelling | |
| RIICCM210D |
Install trench support | |
| RIICRC208D |
Lay pipes | |
| RIISAM201D |
Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials | |
| RIIWHS302D |
Implement traffic management plan | |
| RIIWMG203D |
Drain and dewater civil construction site | |
| Group H | ||
| RIICPL301D |
Install water mains pipelines | |
| RIICPL302D |
Install stormwater systems | |
| Group I | ||
| RIICCM209D |
Carry out concrete work | |
| RIICCM211D |
Erect and dismantle temporary fencing and gates | |
| RIICPL304D |
Install pre-cast gully pits | |
| RIICRC201D |
Repair potholes | |
| RIICRC203D |
Install sub-soil drainage | |
| RIICRC209D |
Lay reinforced concrete box culverts | |
| RIICRC301D |
Maintain drainage systems | |
| RIIIMG301D |
Maintain site records | |
| RIIRIS201D |
Conduct local risk control | |
| RIIWHS205D |
Control traffic with stop-slow bat | |
| RIIWMG301D |
Control construction site water table | |
| Group K | ||
| RIICRC302D |
Place and form concrete kerb, channel and fixtures | |
| RIICRC303D |
Lay pavers | |
| RIICRC304D |
Maintain sealed roads | |
| RIICRC306D |
Conduct earthworks | |
| RIICRC307D |
Conduct road pavement construction | |
| Group L | ||
| RIICRC202D |
Install signs | |
| RIICRC204D |
Install and maintain roadside fixtures | |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more
What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships
Eligibility
You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).
COST
Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.
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Find out how we can tailor a training package specifically for you.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
This qualification is available via a Traineeship pathway and is also available for corporate/commercial clients.
To study an apprenticeship or traineeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice or trainee with your employer.
Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.
Resources required
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required relevant to the workplace for practical activities (subject to on-site requirements) This includes the use of safety glasses, protective footwear with covered uppers, steel capped toes and non-slip soles to AS2210, leather gloves to AS2161, and hair protection. You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing. If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
Need to know
Replacement Qualification
This program has been replaced by RII30920 - Certificate III in Civil Construction, as of 24 January 2021. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 23 January 2022. If required, enrolments will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways 