Course Type:
Accredited Course; VDSS
Code:
22338VIC
Campus:
Bairnsdale Trade Centre, Yallourn, Port of Sale
Completion:
Full
Duration:
2 Years
Scored
Assessment:

No
VET in VCE:
Yes
VET in
VCE VM:

Yes
Structured
Workplace
Learning:


Strongly Recommended
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Enquiry

Please contact your Schools Career Advisor or VDSS Coordinator

Course Overview

Learn the basic skills in construction including health and safety, safe use of hand and power tools and complete practical tasks including the construction of a sawhorse, step ladder and builds up to more skilled tasks including the construction of a 'cubby house'.

You’ll also take part in communication, teamwork, planning and organisational skills and self-management in preparation for completion of a Pre-Apprenticeship course and employment within the industry.

Entry Requirements

Proposed Units

  • CPCCCM1012A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
  • CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communication
  • CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations
  • CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
  • HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support
  • VU22014 Prepare for work in the building and construction industry
  • VU22016 Erect and safely use working platforms
  • VU22022 Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment
  • VU22024 Construct basic sub-floor
  • VU22025 Construct basic wall frames
  • VU22026 Construct a basic roof frame
  • VU22027 Install basic external cladding
  • VU22028 Install basic window and door frames
  • VU22029 Install interior fixings
  • VU22015 Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings
  • VU22023 Perform basic setting out
  • VU22030 Carry out basic demolition for timber structures
  • CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
  • VU22031 Construct basic formwork for concreting
  • HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support

Clothing and Equipment

  • Steel cap boots
  • Overalls or drill pants
  • One metre folding rule or five metre retractable tape
  • Carpenter’s pencil
  • Branded shirt, safety glasses and ear protection supplied
  • Students must have access to a computer and Internet and we encourage bringing their school laptop to VDSS classes

Pathways

Here are the next steps you could take in your education pathway:

  • Certificate III in Carpentry (Apprenticeship)
  • Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Potential Job Outcomes

  • Apprentice Carpenter
  • Construction Worker
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