Course Overview

The Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-apprenticeship) will prepare graduates with the skills and knowledge for entry into an apprenticeship (Certificate III trade qualification) in one of the various sectors of the building and construction industry. The outcome of the Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-apprenticeship) does not meet the requirements for a qualified tradesperson.This course is designed specifically for those from a range of age groups and backgrounds interested in obtaining employment as an apprentice in building and construction. Successful course graduates would continue into the nationally endorsed Certificate III qualifications relevant to their chosen trade stream (for example, carpentry, bricklaying, wall and floor tiling, painting and decorating, solid plastering, stonemasonry, or joinery).
This allows for employment as an apprentice in the domestic or commercial/industrial construction sectors.
22614VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-apprenticeship) supersedes and is equivalent to 22338VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-apprenticeship).

Career Outlook

Carpentry Apprentice
Bricklaying Apprentice
Painting and Decorating Apprentice
Wall and Floor Tiling Apprentice
Solid Plastering Apprentice
Stonemasonry Apprentice
Joinery/Shopfitting/Stairbuilding Apprentice
General Construction Labourer (Building Stream)

Course Structure

The specific skills and knowledge required for particular activities are set out in Units of Competency which can be grouped together to formulate the completion of a nationally recognised qualification.

Core Units

CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
VU22581 – Undertake basic demolition
VU22582 – Prepare for work in the building and construction industry
VU22583 – Apply basic levelling procedures
VU22584 – Carry out basic measurements and calculations
VU22585 – Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
VU22586 – Use basic construction tools and equipment
VU22587 – Provide basic emergency life support
VU22588 – Erect and safely use basic scaffolding and ladders
VU22589 – Perform basic setting out
VU22590 – Identify building and construction materials
VU22591 – Construct basic sub-floor framing
VU22592 – Construct basic wall frames
VU22593 – Construct basic roof framing
VU22594 – Construct basic formwork for concreting
VU22595 – Perform basic concreting
VU22596 – Use basic plumbing tools
VU22597 – Use basic bricklaying tools
VU22598 – Use basic painting and decorating tools
VU22599 – Apply basic plastering techniques
VU22600 – Apply basic tiling techniques
VU22601 – Construct basic timber structures
VU22602 – Communicate in the workplace
VU22603 – Work effectively with others
VU22604 – Apply workplace health and safety requirements
VU22605 – Apply environmentally sustainable practices
VU22606 – Undertake a basic building project

Elective Units

Electives are chosen by the training provider to reflect industry needs and learner pathways into apprenticeships.

VU22607 – Use basic stonemasonry tools
VU22608 – Apply basic joinery techniques
VU22609 – Carry out basic demolition (advanced)
VU22610 – Assist with heritage restoration

Nationally recognised qualifications are outlined in training packages. Detailed information can be viewed at www.training.gov.au.

Assessment Methods

Observation during on-the-job or role play/simulation
Questioning may include self-assessment, verbal answers, written questionnaires, activity modules or interviews.
Review of Products including work samples or products Portfolio may include documents, products with supporting documentation, historical evidence.
Third party Structured Activities may include Projects, Case studies, presentations, role play, demonstrations, and progressive tasks.