Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Construction Pathways
Certificate II in Construction Pathways
CPC20211
D383
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 11/11/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 17/01/2017 | Replaced | Transition (Replaced) |
| 3.00 | 17/01/2014 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry with the exception of plumbing. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship and this Certificate II allows for inclusion of skills suited for entry to off-site occupations, such as joinery and shopfitting as well as carpentry, bricklaying and other occupations in general construction.
This Certificate II is designed to introduce learners to the recognised trade callings in the construction industry and provide meaningful credit in a construction industry Australian Apprenticeship.
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that are required in most Certificate III qualifications. The elective options are structured to allow choice from areas of trade skills as an introduction to a range of occupations.
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:twelve (12) units of competency:
- six (6) core units
- six (6) elective units.
The elective units are to be chosen as follows:
- no less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group
- up to two (2) units from Group H
- one (1) unit may be chosen from Certificate I or II qualifications in CPC08 or another current Training Package or accredited course, provided the integrity of the AQF alignment is ensured, and they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
The wide range of electives is drawn from Certificate III units of competency in CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package. Units of competency from Plumbing and Services qualifications are not available, as there are different plumbing and services pathways to Certificate III outcomes.
Some units in this qualification may have prerequisite requirements, which must be met when packaging the qualification. Users are referred to the list of CPC08 units with prerequisite unit requirements available in this Training Package for this purpose.
Pathways
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D7350 | CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7349 | CPCCCM1014A | Conduct workplace communication | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7348 | CPCCCM1013A | Plan and organise work | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9370 | CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D7347 | CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Brick and blocklaying
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9318 | CPCCBL2001A | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9319 | CPCCBL2002A | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Carpentry
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9339 | CPCCCA2003A | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D7345 | CPCCCA2011A | Handle carpentry materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WE975 | CPCCCA2002B | Use carpentry tools and equipment | 52 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Solid Plastering
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9541 | CPCCSP2001A | Handle solid plastering materials | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W9543 | CPCCSP2003A | Prepare surfaces for plastering | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W9542 | CPCCSP2002A | Use solid plastering tools and equipment | 64 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D: Wall and Floor Tiling
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9608 | CPCCWF2001A | Handle wall and floor tiling materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9610 | CPCCWF3001A | Prepare surfaces for tiling application | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9609 | CPCCWF2002A | Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment | 60 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E: Waterproofing
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9618 | CPCCWP2001A | Handle waterproofing materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9620 | CPCCWP2003A | Prepare for construction waterproofing process | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9621 | CPCCWP2004A | Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9619 | CPCCWP2002A | Use waterproofing tools and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F: Joinery and Shopfitting
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9408 | CPCCJN2001A | Assemble components | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9512 | CPCCSH2001A | Prepare surfaces | 8 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G: Stonemasonry
No less than four (4) units and up to six (6) units from Groups A to G, with no less than two (2) units from any individual group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9553 | CPCCST2003A | Finish stone | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WI758 | CPCCST2006A | Identify and use stone products | 4 | Unit of competency |
| W9551 | CPCCST2001A | Prepare for stonemasonry construction process | 24 | Unit of competency |
9. Group H: General Elective Units
Up to two (2) units from Group H.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE984 | CPCCCM2006B | Apply basic levelling procedures | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9378 | CPCCCM2009A | Carry out basic demolition | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7357 | CPCCCO2013A | Carry out concreting to simple forms | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WH754 | RIIWHS205D | Control traffic with stop-slow bat | 4 | Unit of competency |
| WH766 | RIIWMG203D | Drain and dewater civil construction site | 12 | Unit of competency |
| W9373 | CPCCCM2004A | Handle construction materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH086 | RIICCM210D | Install trench support | 8 | Unit of competency |
| W9411 | CPCCJN3001A | Use static machines | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WE987 | CPCCCM2010B | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W570 | CPC20208 | Certificate II in Construction Pathways | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGC8 | CPC20220 | Certificate II in Construction Pathways | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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