Certificate II in Building and Construction

Certificate II in Building and Construction - 22338VIC

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Develop essential skills in building and construction to pursue a career in trades.

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This Qualification has been superseded by the Department of Education, Skills and Employment and will change in Semester 2, 2023.This may result in changes to the program structure, content and fees.

Overview

Gain the skills you need to establish a foundation in the building and construction industry.

The Certificate II in Building and Construction has been designed to assist you in developing broad and basic skills and knowledge relevant to construction sites, as well as manufacturing and mining fields. It may also help increase your opportunities to land an apprenticeship.

Through this highly practical certificate, you will learn to:

  • construct wall frames, sub floors and roof frames
  • install doors and windows
  • apply basic leveling procedures
  • carry out basic measurements and calculations
  • safely erect and take down working platforms
  • interpret basic plans and drawings
  • identify and operate carpentry tools and ewquipment
  • carry out basic demolition.

Additionally, you will learn to work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry, and how to practice safety measures on job sites.

*This is a Free TAFE priority course. Check your eligibility.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Please note: this certificate is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa. If you are holding a temporary visa (other than a student visa) and your visa has a full study entitlement, you may be eligible to apply. For more information, see the international students with other temporary (non-student) visas.

Details

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Learning and teaching

With classes spread across four days a week, you will first look at theory work and career options. From here, you will begin undertaking practical lessons by working hands-on across various building projects.

You will use a range of equipment and hand and power tools supplied by RMIT, including chisels, hand saws, clamps and vices, nail punches, screw drivers, hammers, angle grinders, electric planers, power saws, sanders, drill presses, and more.

Assessment methods

Your assessment in this certificate will primarily take the form of practical demonstrations. In addition to some written work, you will be asked to demonstrate your practical capability across as it is relevant to each subject.

Learning at RMIT

The types of classes you have will depend on the course you’re studying. Classes are offered in various formats designed to provide meaningful engagement with staff, industry and peers and provide for access and use of spaces where learning can be applied and active, including an array of specialised equipment.

Most RMIT courses do not include passive large-scale classes such as lectures, instead the content traditionally provided in lectures is made available online. This may be in the form of readings, videos or other on-demand learning materials. This content will also support the basis of interactive learning that takes place in on-campus classes.

Staff are industry experts with a broad range of experience and knowledge and connections within building and construction firms, and are able to provide relevant and interesting anecdotes, stories and experiences.

Many of our teaching staff are practicing tradespeople in carpentry and building, and the RMIT Skills and Jobs Centre is an excellent resource for connecting students to potential employers. 

The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this certificate and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.

Core subjects in this certificate will establish your foundational knowledge in workplace safety, communication and sustainability.

You will also learn to carry out measurements, apply basic levelling procedures, and safely erect and use working platforms.

Further into your study, your elective subjects will allow you to deepen your practical knowledge in the field. You will learn to handle carpentry equipment, construct sub-floors, wall frames and roof frames, install cladding, windows and floor frames, carry out basic demolition, and more.

Course structure

Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.

Certificate II in Building and Construction
Program code: C2227
National curriculum code: 22338VIC
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Location
Duration
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Certificate II in Building and Construction
City Campus
18 Weeks
C2227
Location
City Campus
Duration
18 Weeks
Plan code
C2227
CRICOS
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Career

Upon successful completion of this certificate, you will be able to seek employment across all trades, including:

  • carpentry
  • bricklaying
  • plastering
  • wall and ceiling lining
  • wall and floor tiling
  • stonemasonry
  • joinery, and 
  • shopfitting.

With the skills acquired throughout your study, you may also find work in manufacturing or mining sectors.

Alternatively, you may choose to upskill further and continue your study at a higher level.

Admissions

You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.

There are no specific entrance requirements for this training package program but applicants who have literacy and numeracy skills that are equivalent to Level 2 of the Australian Core Skill Framework (ACSF) are best equipped to achieve the outcomes of this program.

As part of the RMIT enrolment process you will be required to sit a literacy and numeracy assessment to help structure a learning program suitable for your specific needs.

There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.

A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.

Pathways

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Understanding pathways

Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree.

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You must meet the entry requirements to gain access to this course. Please contact Study@RMIT to discuss your options.

Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.

Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.

When you successfully complete this certificate, you may be eligible to apply for further studies at RMIT such as a diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree. Contact Study@RMIT to discuss your options or browse our courses.

Fees

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Free TAFE for priority courses

The Victorian Government is currently waiving tuition fees for this program for students who meet eligibility requirements for government subsidised places.

Visit Free TAFE for priority courses for further information on what this means and whether you may be eligible.

If you have any questions you can contact Study@RMIT.

The tuition fees below will apply if you are not receiving a Free TAFE fee waiver.

Tuition fees

The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible.

  • 2024 government subsidised place (with concession): AU$500* per annum
  • 2024 government subsidised place: AU$2,500* per annum
  • 2024 full-fee place: AU$10,500* per annum

*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

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Use our fee finder to get an estimate of your fees for this program.

Additional expenses

  • Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$351maximum fee for 2024.
  • Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.

Annual fee adjustment

The student tuition fees as displayed by the fee finder are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

Eligibility Exemption criteria

**The Victorian Government is currently waiving three (3) eligibility criteria around prior qualifications. This means that more people who want to study a vocational education program at RMIT, and who have studied previously, will be able to access a government subsidised place in a program. Find out how to check your eligibility

Payments and refunds

For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.

In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.

The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2024 is $351.  

For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.

You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.

You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession or exemption if you are in a Victorian Government subsidised place and you meet the eligibility criteria.

If your application for a fee concession is approved, you will be charged 20% of the standard government subsidised tuition fee for your program. You will also be charged a lower rate on your student services and amenities fee (SSAF).

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Looking for answers or more general information?

Use our Frequently Asked Questions to learn about the application process and its equity access schemes, find out how to accept or defer your offer or request a leave of absence, discover information about your fees, refunds and scholarships, and explore the various student support and advocacy services, as well as how to find out more about your preferred program, and more.

Sorry, this program is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa.

If you hold a different visa type, you may be eligible. Please contact Study@RMIT for more information.

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