Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship

Course Code: 22338VIC
Study Area:

Building and Construction

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, we have adapted our course delivery to now encompass a combination of remote and flexible delivery methods. This includes easy to navigate online tutorials, video conferencing (classroom simulation) as well as face-to-face practical assessments and work placements – where safe and practical to implement. Therefore, you will require access to the internet and a computer to undertake this course. Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports. You will be advised by your facilitator on a case by case basis in relation to practical and work placement assessments, as some flexibility will be required during this challenging time.

Group 1 Start: February 2021 finish June 2021

Group 2 Start: July 2021 finish November 2021

Days and Time: Mon, Wed, Thurs, 8am till 4pm and Fri 8am till 2pm

Free TAFE

You may be entitled to free tuition fees for this course if you meet the eligibility criteria for the State Government’s FREE TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. It's important to know that you may incur other fees, such as student services fees or materials fees, and you'll need to cover these costs yourself. To find out more, call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or contact us via our online enquiry form.

Campus

Echuca Campus
Bendigo Charleston Road Campus

Course Structure

Full Time; 16 weeks

Accreditation

This qualification is nationally recognised

Possible careers

Emplyment as an apprentice Carpenter.

Prerequisites

You will need to have satisfactory language, literacy and numeracy skills and you will be required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment.

Course overview

The Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship is designed to give you a practical introduction to the construction trades. You will undertake a number of units that will give you skills for all trade areas as well as, specialised training in the construction trade to prepare you for an apprenticeship.

How to apply

Online application direct to Bendigo TAFE

Selection process

You will need to attend an interview and undertake a literacy and numeracy assessment.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) may be given for skills and knowledge gained through previous study or other relevant experience. Further information refer to RPL

Assessment Methods

Practical Assessment
Observation
Knowledge Test

Learning options

Online

Key study areas

To achieve the Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship, the following units of competency must be completed: • 10 core units • all elective units from one trade stream. There are 10 key study units for Construction Trade. These units 10 Key study areas are: VU22022 Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment VU22023 Perform basic setting out 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 VU22030 Carry out basic demolition of timber structures VU2222031 Construct basic formwork for concreting

Further study opportunities

Certificate III in Costruciton
Higher Leve Buildign Courses

Fees

Your fees are made up of four parts.

Course enrolment type
Materials
Consumables
Student Support Fee.

Once you have determined the fees applicable to your situation you will be able to calculate a indicative total fee for your qualification.

Are you eligible for Government subsidised fees? Check for your eligibility here
Are you eligible for concession? Check for your eligibility here
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.

A. Course enrolment type:	Standard
Government subsidised - average total course fee*	$1,794.90
Concession - average total course fee*	$358.98
Full fee - average total course fee*	$4,163.01

B. Materials average fee**	$52.11
C. Consumables average fee**	$104.22

Indicative pricing for:

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment and details of any other fees including but not limited to student services, amenities, goods or materials and consumables.
**Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student. Read more on fees and charges

D. Student Support fees
The Student Support fee is a non-tuition fee for Government subsidised (eligible) students and full fee paying (ineligible) students. Read more. Student support fees are non refundable . Student support fees are payable annually for the duration of your course, over and above tuition fees.

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