BCG20103 Certificate II in General Construction
Qualification: Certificate II (AQF)
Training Package:
BCG03 General Construction
TAFE NSW Course No: 4426
This course is for people interested in general construction. You will learn how to produce quality work efficiently in the building and construction industry. The course content specifically meets the needs of the residential sector of the industry covering the basic skills and knowledge relevant to construction, maintenance and renovation practices. The course will include how to apply safe working practices and it will give you an understanding of the building industry in context.
Career Opportunities: Learners will be able to pursue a career in building and construction from trade level and beyond to managerial level by articulating into post-trade courses, diploma, advanced diploma and university courses.
Articulation: Successful completion of this course allows learners to articulate into and from any General Construction course, which contains comparable competency standards. Successful learners can also articulate into other relevant Construction National Training Packages qualifications such as Civil and Off-Site.
Entry Requirements: There are no formal educational entry requirements for this course. However, learners who gain entry to this course, must successfully complete a General Construction OHS Induction course/unit/module BEFORE being permitted entry into a TAFE NSW controlled worksite, workshop or participating in any construction or building activity, including the handling, sorting, stacking grading, recycling or disposal of any building or related materials. A General Construction OHS Induction course/unit/module can be undertaken by enrolling in TAFE NSW module, 1209A Induction as provided for in this course. Alternatively, learners may undertake a similar or equivalent approved course/unit/module with another Registered Training Organisation.
| Modules/Units | |
| Core: | |
| 1209A | OHS induction (workcover no. 03493) |
| BCCCM2004B | Drain and dewater site |
| BCGCM1001B | Follow OH&S policies and procedures |
| BCGCM1002B | Work effectively in the General Construction industry |
| BCGCM1003B | Plan and organise work |
| BCGCM1004B | Conduct workplace communication |
| BCGCM1005B | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| BCGCM2001B | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| BCGCM2004B | Handle construction materials |
| BCGCM2005B | Use construction tools and equipment |
| BCGCM2006B | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| BCGCM2008B | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| BCGCM2009B | Carry out basic demolition |
| BCGCO2003B | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
| BCGSF2004B | Place and fix reinforcement materials |
| Elective: | |
| 8999A | Tutorial support |
| BCCCM2009B | Work in a confined space |
| BCCCM2013B | Control Traffic with a stop-slow bat |
| BCGCA2003B | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground |
| BCGCM2002B | Carry out excavation |
| BCGCM2003B | Install trench support |
| BCGCM2007B | Use explosive powered tools |
| BCGCM3001B | Operate elevated work platforms |
| BCGCO3007B | Cut and core concrete |
| BCGCO3008B | Carry out tilt panel construction |
| BCGPD2003B | Remove and replace doors and door and window furniture |
| BCGRI3001B | Operate personnel and materials hoist |
| BCGSP2003B | Prepare surfaces for plastering |
| BCGWC2004B | Complete penetrations and flashings |
| BCGWP2003B | Prepare for construction process (Waterproofing) |
| BCGWP2004B | Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application |
| BCPCM2013A | Weld using arc welding equipment |
| TDTD1097B | Operate a forklift |
Applying and Enrolling:
Semester 1 2008:
Campuses:
Coffs Harbour - Details to be advised. For more information please contact Mark Wyborn on 02 6648 2454.
Wauchope - For trainees only. Part-time day, 1 day per week for 1 year.
Contact the Head Teacher Ian Skaines on (02) 6586 9500 for more information.