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22338VIC Certificate II in Building & Construction Pre-apprenticeship - Carpentry

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Free TAFE

Next intake February 2023
LocationsEast Geelong Campus
DurationFull-time: 4 Months

Course description

If you are looking to enter the construction industry or get a taste of the carpentry trade before undertaking an apprenticeship, then this pre-apprenticeship course is designed for you. You will learn fundamental hands-on skills that you will need in the building and construction industry, along with specific training for carpentry. When finished, you'll increase your potential to gain an apprenticeship. Once you secure an apprenticeship contract with an employer, you can continue your training as an apprentice in carpentry.

Take advantage of Job Trainer and Free TAFE! Eligible Victorian students who elect to use their one Job Trainer opportunity Material and resources fees still apply. Follow the link for further information and to check the eligibility criteria.

This is a JobTrainer Priority Course. All students who meet the Skills First eligibility criteria can access free or reduced tuition fees for this course. Follow the link for further information and to check the eligibility criteria.

If you are a Gordon VCE student

This course is offered to Gordon VCE students. To enrol in this course as a Gordon VCE student you need to apply from the VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) course list. Go to VETDSS courses to APPLY NOW!

For more information on VCE studies with a VET program please go to the VET Delivered to Secondary Students site. NOTE: Fees apply for Gordon VCE Students, see Fees section below.

Possible career outcomes

  • Apprentice carpenter
  • Trades assistant in the building industry

Applications & attendance

How to apply

  1. Follow our instructions for how to apply for a course.
  2. Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.

If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.

IntakeApplicationsAttendanceClassesDuration 
2023 February
East Geelong Campus Open: 1 Aug 2022
Close: 13 Feb 2023 Class DayStart: 6 Feb 2023
Mon, Tue & Wed 9am-4:30pm
 Full-time: 4 Months  Apply  
2023 July
East Geelong Campus Open: 1 Apr 2023
Close: 1 Jul 2023 Class DayStart: 17 Jul 2023
Mon, Tue & Wed 9am-4:30pm
 Full-time: 4 Months    

 

Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessment activities outside class time. This will be different for each course and will depend on a student’s level of skill and experience.

Class days and times in the above table are indicative. Prior to course commencement, changes may be necessary. Follow the link for more information on Attendance mode definitions. When you submit your application, please make sure you answer all the questions. Only successful applicants with complete applications will receive an offer. We issue offers as soon as possible. Follow the link for more information on Offer timing.

Many courses have limited places and high demand. We may close an intake before the date above. We recommend you apply early. If student numbers are insufficient we may cancel an intake or a course.

  • Applicants must be 16 years and over at the time of course commencement
  • Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2
  • Any student under the age of 17 must provide a Transition from School form prior to undertaking the course.
  • You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Job Trainer. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.

Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills .

Practice tests

In order to prepare for your LLN, you may wish to attempt some practise tests in which you will find similar questions (with solutions too). These practice tests are not VSL approved but may be similar in question type and level of difficulty to what may be asked in the VSL approved LLN. Click here for practice tests. Please note, the VSL approved LLN cannot be resat within 3 months of undertaking it.

  • Applicants must be 16 years and over at the time of course commencement
  • Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2
  • Any student under the age of 17 must provide a Transition from School form prior to undertaking the course.

Selection mode

Core Units Code Hours
Apply basic levelling procedures CPCCCM2006 8
Apply OHS requirements policies and procedures in the construction industry CPCCOHS2001A 20
Carry out measurements and calculations CPCCCM1015A 20
Conduct workplace communication CPCCCM1014A 20
Erect and safely use working platforms VU22016 24
Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings VU22015 25
Prepare for work in the building and construction industry VU22014 16
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry CPCCWHS1001 6
Provide basic emergency life support HLTAID010 12
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry CPCCCM1012A 20
Elective Units Code Hours
Carry out basic demolition for timber structures VU22030 20
Construct a basic roof frame VU22026 40
Construct basic formwork for concreting VU22031 40
Construct basic sub-floor VU22024 48
Construct basic wall frames VU22025 48
Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment VU22022 100
Install basic external cladding VU22027 24
Install basic window and door frames VU22028 24
Install interior fixings VU22029 40
Perform basic setting out VU22023 24

 

Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.

Assessment is based on:

  • Hands-on project work
  • Written assignments     
  • Team projects  

This course is eligible for Free TAFE!

Eligible Victorian students who elect to use their one Free TAFE opportunity will not incur any tuition fees. Material and resources fees still apply. Follow the link for further information and to check the eligibility criteria.

FeesRateUnitIndicative Course HoursIndicative Tuition Payable by StudentMax. Indicative Government Subsidy Total
Concession Tuition AUD $0.60 per hour 579 AUD $347.00 AUD $8,045.00
Standard Tuition AUD $2.98 per hour 579 AUD $1,725.00 AUD $8,045.00
Full Fee Tuition AUD $16.58 per hour 579 AUD $9,600.00

Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee

Materials AUD $475.00 Once
Education Levy AUD $86.85
Construction Induction Card AUD $130.00 Once

 

All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.

Which fee will I pay?

Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.

Fee help and student loans

VET Student Loans are available for eligible students for tuition fees ONLY.
The current years maximum VET Student Loan Course Cap is $

Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.

Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.

Date published: 19/01/2023 6:00:08 PM
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