Public Schools NSW, Ultimo Registered Training Organisation 90072
Costruction course description 2018
This may change due to Training Package and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) updates.
Notification of variations will be made in due time.
Course: Construction (240 indicative hours): 4 Preliminary and/or HSC units in total
Board Developed Course: Category B status for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)
This industry curriculum framework course is accredited for the HSC and provides students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. This is known as dual accreditation.
CPC20211 Certificate II in Construction Pathways
Units of Competency
| Core | |
|---|---|
| CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirement, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM1013A | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCCM1014A | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the Construction Industry |
| Electives | 6 out of the following 9 |
|---|---|
| CPCCCA2011A | Handle carpentry materials |
| CPCCCA2003A | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on the ground |
| CPCCCO2013A | Carry out concreting to simple form |
| CPCCCM2006B | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCJN2001A | Assemble components |
| CPCCJN2002B | Prepare for off-site manufacturing process |
| CPCCCA2002B | Use carpentry tools and equipment |
| CPCCWF2001A | Handle wall and floor tiling materials |
| CPCCWF2002A | Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment |
| Additional units required to attain a HSC credential in this course | |
|---|---|
| CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the Construction Industry |
| Only to be delivered by teachers who have this qualification | |
|---|---|
| CPCCBL2001A | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials |
| CPCCBL2002A | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment |
Successful completion of the unit CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry will lead to the award of a Construction Induction Card from SafeWork NSW. This will allows student access to construction sites across Australia for work purposes.
Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning and /or credit transfer provided suitable evidence is submitted.
Pathways to Industry
Skills gained in this course transfer to other occupations. Working in the construction industry involves
§ constructing buildings
§ modifying buildings
§ contracting
§ measuring materials and sites
§ communicating with clients
§ managing personnel and sites
Examples of occupations in the construction industry:
- building
- concreting
- shop fitting
- bricklaying
- joinery
- carpentry
Mandatory Course Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 70 hours work placement. Students who do not meet these requirements will be `N` determined as required by the NESA. Students who achieve competency in CPCOHS1001A – Work Safely in the Construction Industry, will be issued with a SafeWork NSW Construction Induction Card (White Card). This is a requirement before commencing workplacement.
Competency-Based Assessment
Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency listed above. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor they can effectively carry out competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency it is signed off by the assessor.
Appeals: Students may lodge an appeal about assessment decisions through their VET teacher.
External Assessment (optional HSC examination for ATAR purposes)
The Higher School Certificate examination for Construction (240 indicative hours) will involve a written examination consisting of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended response items. The examination is independent of the competency-based assessment undertaken during the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive a vocational qualification.
Course Costs: Resources $60
Workplacement $10
The White Card will be delivered by Public Schools NSW, Ultimo 90072 cost $80
Refund Arrangements on a pro-rata basis
Please see your VET teacher to enquire about financial assistance.
A school-based traineeship and apprenticeship are available in this course, for more information: http://www.sbatinnsw.info/
Exclusions – VET course exclusions can be checked on the NESA website at www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/voc_ed/exclusions.html