Certificate II in Construction Pathways

National code: CPC20220

CPC20220 – Certificate II in Construction Pathways

FOCUS >> CARPENTRY & JOINERY

UPCOMING START DATES:
3 February, 2025
20 April, 2025
DURATION: 10 weeks full-time
DAYS / TIME: 3 days per week (Mon to Wed), 8:30am – 3:30pm
PLUS: 5-7 hrs p/w self-directed study and activities
SUBSIDISED FEE: $0-$1620
Applicable for NSW/ACT Government subsidised students *conditions apply. Contact ITeC and we can calculate your course fee. View Fees & Charges PDF for more information.
FULL FEE: $4100
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: See below
LOCATION: ITeC’s Construction Hub, Wollongong

Kickstart Your Career in Carpentry, Building and Construction

Get hands-on skills to help you secure an apprenticeship or job in the building and construction industry with our carpentry, building and construction course – Cert 2 in Construction Pathways.

Learn in our spacious onsite construction workshop, fully equipped with the latest industry tools. Guided by expert trainers, you’ll master safe and effective tool use, accurate measuring and cutting, and complete real-world projects from start to finish.

Why Choose Us?

Practical Projects: Build your skills and confidence with hands-on tasks that showcase your abilities.
Teamwork Focus: Develop communication and collaboration skills essential for success in building and construction.
Problem Solving: Tackle challenges both on your own and in a team to get projects done on time.

Enrol today in our Certificate II in Construction Pathways course to take the first step towards a rewarding career in carpentry and construction!

What will I learn throughout the course?

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Safety

Learn the requirements to work safely in a building and construction environment including understanding Work Health & Safety (WHS) requirements and the regulations. You will identify hazards, assess risks, and understand operation procedures and gain experience in completing WHS Report Forms, using Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and how to make sure tools and equipment are safe to use. Including NSW WHITECARD.

Tools, equipment and materials

You will learn the correct handling, use, maintenance, and storage requirements for a range of hand and power tools including compound mitre saws, sanding tools, chisels, bevels, squares, tape measures, electric planes, measuring and levelling equipment and more.

Projects

The projects will enable students to plan and prepare for each task and will include interpreting construction documentation such as sketches, plans and specification.

Students will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for each step referring to the appropriate safety requirements and will work as a group and individually to: plan, calculate material quantities, select and use required tools and equipment, and complete tasks on time.

Course Units

Core Units
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the Construction Industry
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the Construction Industry

Elective Units
CPCCCA2002 Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011 Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2009 Carry out basic demolition
CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications

Entry Requirement

• Be able to meet the physical requirements of the job tasks e.g. use hand and power tools, stand for extended periods.
• Basic internet knowledge and ready access to the internet.
• Able to use a computer and have basic digital literacy skills.
• Basic reading and writing skills to answer assessment questions.
• Preferably has own computer/device compatible to course requirements.
*Technology requirements – Contact ITeC Academy at enquiries@itecacademy.edu.au if you require assistance with technology requirements to complete this course.