Certificate II in Civil Construction - VDSS

A pathway into further training as an apprentice or trainee, this course will give you an insight into what it's like working in an operational role in civil construction, undertaking a prescribed range of tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge under supervision.

Course Overview

A pathway into further training as an apprentice or trainee, this course will give you an insight into what it's like working in an operational role in civil construction, undertaking a prescribed range of tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge under supervision.

Proposed Units

  • CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
  • RIIWHS302E Implement traffic management plans
  • RIIWHS205E Control traffic with stop-slow bat
  • RIICCM202E Identify, Locate And Protect Underground Services
  • RIICCM209E Carry out concrete work
  • RIICCM205F Carry Out Manual Excavation
  • RIICCM206E Support Plant Operations
  • RIISAM203E Use hand and power tools
  • RIISAM204E Operate Small Plant And Equipment
  • RIIWHS201E Work Safely And Follow WHS Policies And Procedures
  • RIICCM208E Carry Out Basic Levelling
  • RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications
  • RIIBEF201E Plan And Organise Work
  • RIICCM201E Carry Out Measurements And Calculations
  • RIICCM207E Spread And Compact Materials Manually
  • RIICOM201E Communicate In The Workplace
  • RIIWMG203E Drain And Dewater Civil Construction Sites

Pre-Requisites

Nil

Clothing and Equipment

Student must supply:

  • Safety boots
  • Wet weather gear
  • Hat (sun protection)

TAFE Gippsland will supply:

  • Branded shirt, safety glasses, gloves, sunscreen and ear protection supplied

Pathways

  • Certificate III in Civil Construction
  • Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
  • Certificate IV in Civil Construction

Potential Job Outcomes

  • Civil plant operator
  • Civil engineer

Entry Requirements

NA

Course Type

Accredited Course; VDSS

Course Code

RII20720

Campus

Bairnsdale Trade Centre

Yallourn

Completion

Full

Duration

2 Years

Scored Assessment

No

VET in VCE

Yes

Structured Workplace Learning

Strongly Recommended

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or call 1300 133 717.
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2025. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2025. National Provider Number 0417