Certificate II in Building and Construction
| Course Code: | 21844VIC |
| Department: | Built & Natural Environments |
| Study Area(s): | Building and Construction |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (6 months) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
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Course overview
This course is designed for people wanting to enter the building and construction industry to become apprentice carpenters. It will provide the knowledge and practical skills associated with working in the building construction industry and equip students with the ability to work safely in this industry.
Course Modules
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| VBQM697 | Workplace Safety and Industry Induction | 34 |
| VBQM698 | Workplace Procedures For Environmental Sustainability | 16 |
| VBQM699 | Basic First Aid | 8 |
| VBQM700 | Building Structures | 8 |
| VBQM701 | Calculations For The Building Industry | 20 |
| VBQM702 | Career Studies | 16 |
| VBQM703 | Communications For The Building Industry | 20 |
| VBQM704 | Introduction to Scaffolding | 24 |
| VBQM705 | Levelling | 8 |
| VBQM706 | Quality Principles in The Building Industry | 8 |
| VBQM707 | Safe Handling and Use of Plant and Power Tools | 16 |
| VBQM708 | Workplace Documents and Plans | 20 |
| VBQM714 | Carpentry Hand Tools | 80 |
| VBQM715 | Carpentry Power Tools | 64 |
| VBQM716 | Basic Setting Out | 24 |
| VBQM717 | Sub Floor Framing | 36 |
| VBQM718 | Wall Framing | 48 |
| VBQM719 | Roof Framing | 40 |
| VBQM720 | External Cladding | 24 |
| VBQM721 | Install Window and Door Frames | 24 |
| VBQM722 | Interior Fixing | 40 |
| VBQM723 | Introduction to Demolition | 16 |
| VBQM724 | Introduction to Concreting | 40 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 105 | $ 750^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
DISCLAIMER: The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Creation program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.60 x 200 = $320.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $410.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Creation program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.60 x 900 = $1,440.00 but capped at the maximum of $750.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $988.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead on to an apprenticeship in carpentry and when qualified, further employment opportunities as a registered building practitioner, building inspector, leading hand, sub-foreman, foreman and project manager.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in the carpentry field of building and construction such as the safe use of hand and portable power tools, setting out, levelling, sub floor framing, wall and roof framing, scaffolding, hanging doors, claddings, linings and fixing. You will also develop knowledge of industry communication skills, material calculations, reading plans and Occupational Health and Safety issues.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate II in Building and Construction Preapprenticeship - Carpentry. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
On successful completion of the course you will be eligible to enter into a training agreement with an employer for an apprenticeship in the Certificate III -- Carpentry.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course. However it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.
How do I apply?
To apply for this course you must fill in a direct application form which can be obtained from the institute by calling the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course may also have a mid-year intake.
How will I be selected for this course?
You will need to attend an interview and complete a literacy and numeracy test and demonstrate a keen motivation to complete the course.
How long is the course?
This is a full-time course of 16-20 weeks duration and 642 nominal hours.
Where and how can I study?
This course is offered at the Broadmeadows campus.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
This course has a mid-year entry.
What will I study?
You will study: calculations; communications; quality principles; basic first aid; building and construction industry induction; workplace documents and plans; career studies; workplace safety and environmental procedures; building structures; levelling; safe handling of plant and power tools; introduction to scaffolding; carpentry hand tools; carpentry power tools; excavation and installing supports less than 1.5 metres depth; floor and wall framing; roof framing; installation of windows and door frames; interior fixing; basic setting out, formwork for concreting; external cladding; introduction to explosive power tools; and introduction to Occupational Health and Safety aspects of demolition.
