Get hands-on, build practical skills and explore a future in the construction industry.

Interested in a career in construction? This Summer Skills course is a great opportunity to gain practical experience and develop foundational skills used across the building and construction industry.

Over five weeks, you’ll learn how to plan and organise work, take measurements, carry out calculations, follow workplace health and safety requirements and complete a basic construction project. You’ll also develop an understanding of sustainable work practices and what it takes to work effectively in the construction industry.

Units of Competency

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

Issued with nationally recognised Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

What you will learn:

Planning and Organising Work
• Plan and organise tasks to meet workplace requirements.
• Identify the tools, equipment and materials needed for a job.
• Follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Manage time and organise work activities.

Measurements and Calculations
• Take accurate measurements using common measuring tools.
• Apply basic mathematical calculations used in construction.
• Calculate quantities and measurements required for construction tasks.
• Interpret measurements and use them to complete practical activities.

Construction Safety
• Understand workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements in the construction industry.
• Identify common workplace hazards and assess risks.
• Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow safe work practices and procedures when using tools and equipment.

Practical Construction Skills
• Develop practical skills through a basic construction project.
• Identify and use common construction tools, equipment and materials.
• Apply measurements and calculations to practical construction tasks.
• Follow project instructions and complete tasks safely and effectively.

Working Effectively and Sustainably
• Understand workplace roles, responsibilities and expectations.
• Communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Identify ways to minimise waste and use resources responsibly.
• Apply sustainable work practices in a construction environment.

Through a combination of practical activities and classroom learning, you’ll gain valuable foundational skills and an insight into working in the construction industry.

Limited Places Available

* This training is funded through NSW Government Smart and Skilled Summer Skills Program and will be free for eligible students.