Certificate II in Civil Construction - VDSS
This qualification provides students with an overview of working in an operational role in civil construction. Civil construction labourers assist tradespeople on construction sites by performing a wide range of manual labouring tasks such as excavating, taking measurements, reading plans and using tools and equipment. This program also provides a pathway into further training as an apprentice or trainee within the civil construction industry.
Course Overview
This qualification provides students with an overview of working in an operational role in civil construction. Civil construction labourers assist tradespeople on construction sites by performing a wide range of manual labouring tasks such as excavating, taking measurements, reading plans and using tools and equipment. This program also provides a pathway into further training as an apprentice or trainee within the civil construction industry.
Proposed Units
CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
RIIBEF201D Plan and organise work
RIICCM201D Carry out measurements and calculations
RIIWHS201D Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
RIICOM201D Communicate in the workplace
RIISAM204D Operate small plant and equipment
RIICCM202D Identify, locate and protect underground services
RIICCM209D Carry out concrete work
RIICCM203D Read and interpret plans and job specifications
RIICCM205E Carry out manual excavation
RIICCM207D Spread and compact materials manually
RIICCM208D Carry out basic levelling
RIICCM206D Support plant operations
RIISAM203D Use hand and power tools
RIIWHS205D Control traffic with stop-slow bat
RIIWMG203D Drain and de-water civil constitution site
RIIWHS302E Implement traffic management plan
Pre-Requisites
NilClothing 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
This course is for students undertaking the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM). Please contact your school for more information.
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.