RII20720 - Certificate II in Civil Construction

Become a Civil Construction Worker

Civil construction is a high-growth industry, and sees the creation of vital infrastructure like roads, bridges, tunnels and other the utilities that form the built environment as we know it. It’s a career that can take you anywhere, and see you undertake a range of different roles on construction sites all across the country.

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What does a Civil Construction Worker do?

As a Civil Construction worker you’ll use your practical skills and knowledge to see important construction projects come to life. You’ll learn how to use a range of different tools and equipment, operate machinery, and safely plan and undertake manual construction jobs. No two days are the same, and you might find yourself working on major projects like roads, airports, railways, and waterways.

Career Opportunities for Civil Construction Workers

Civil Construction workers are always in demand:

  • Be part of a team that builds new roadways, office buildings, and commercial developments.
  • Create the infrastructure for mining facilities in the Pilbara.
  • You get the opportunity to work across a range of industries and construction projects, anywhere in Australia.

 

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  • COURSE DURATION 388 Nominal Hours
  • SKILL LEVEL * Medium

*Disclaimer: Data sourced from the Australian Government’s Your Career website and is updated periodically. Accuracy and currency are not guaranteed – please refer to the source (www.yourcareer.gov.au) for the latest information.

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Course Info

Beneficial Skills & Attributes

You will need:

  • A patient and methodical approach to your work.
  • The ability to follow plans and directions precisely.
  • To be technically-minded and enjoy practical, hands-on work.
  • A love of working outdoors in the fresh air.

Key Job Expertise

You will learn how to:

  • Excavate, spread and compact materials.
  • Plan, interpret diagrams and job specifications.
  • Use hand tools, power tools and small plant equipment.
  • Understand Work Health and Safety, material handling, and spills response.

Education & Training Requirements

The program is completed over 3 terms, with training divided into 7 blocks which group Units of Competency of similar outcomes together to assist in the qualification delivery.

As well as in-class learning, you’ll undertake on-site work placement, during which you’ll begin formal training with an employer, and spend your time working and learning practical skills on the job.

Upon successful completion, you will receive a Nationally Accredited Certificate.

Delivery Location

Training is delivered at our Construction Skills Centre.

GetCareers Construction Skills Centre
29 Halifax Drive, Bunbury WA 6230
08 9725 7911

Training commences in Term 1 and continues throughout Term 3, and is divided into 7 blocks which group Units of Competency of similar outcomes together to assist in the qualification delivery.

On successful completion of the Certificate II in Civil Construction, students will also receive competencies in Working at Heights and Working in Confined Spaces. In addition, during the course, students have the opportunity to obtain their White Card. The White Card is mandatory for all workers wanting to work in the construction industry.

Fees & Charges

The Apprentice and Traineeship Company is delivering this course Vocational Education Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) program. Secondary School Students undertaking VETDSS courses as part of their secondary education are exempt from tuition, resource and enrolment fees, however may be required to purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Units of Competency

The Units of Competency we offer are:

Core Units

  • RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures.
  • RIICCM203E – Read and interpret plans and job specifications.
  • RIICCM202E – Identify, locate and protect underground services.
  • RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace.
  • RIIBEF201E – Plan and organise work.
  • RIICCM201E – Carry out measurements and calculations.
  • RIISAM203E – Use hand and power tools.
  • RIICCM205F – Carry out manual excavation.
  • RIISAM204E – Operate small plant and equipment.
  • RIICCM207E – Spread and compact materials manually.

Electives

  • CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.
  • RIIWHS202E – Enter and work in confined spaces.
  • RIICCM208E – Carry out basic levelling.
  • RIIWMG203E – Drain and dewater civil construction sites.
  • RIIRIS202E – Respond to site based spills.
  • RIISAM201E – Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials.

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For an up-to-date list of the units of competency associated with the Certificate II in Civil Construction, visit:

https://training.gov.au/training/details/RII20720/uoc

Completion

Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a Nationally Accredited Certificate – Certificate II in Civil Construction.

Students will also receive competencies in Working at Heights and Working in Confined Spaces. In addition, during the course, students have the opportunity to obtain their White Card.

The White Card is mandatory for all workers wanting to work in the construction industry.

 

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