Modification history
| Release 5 | This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.5.
Prerequisite asterisk * added to unit CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project. |
| Release 4 | This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.3.
Minor formatting correction. |
| Release 3 | This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.2.
Change of unit title BSBSUS211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices in Elective units to BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices. |
| Release 2 | This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.1.
Unit list typographical error corrected in code CPCCWHS2001. |
| Release 1 | This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0.
Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012. |
Qualification description
This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. The units of competency cover essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials. The qualification is built around a basic construction project unit that integrates the skills and embeds the facets of employability skills in context.
The qualification is suited to vocational education and training (VET) in Schools programs or learners with no previous connection to the construction industry or relevant employment history.
There are no specific job outcomes to this qualification, but the skills achieved will assist in successfully undertaking a Certificate II pre-vocational program or job outcome qualification or will facilitate entry into an Australian Apprenticeship.
The unit CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry is designed to meet WHS regulatory authority requirements for WHS induction and must be achieved before access to any building and construction work site.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 11 units of competency:
- 8 core units
- 3 elective units.
The elective units are to be chosen as follows:
- up to 3 units from the elective units below
- one unit from Certificate I or II qualifications in the CPC Training Package or another current Training Package or accredited course, provided the integrity of the AQF alignment is ensured, and it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Prerequisite units of competency
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
| Core units | |
|---|---|
| CPCCCM1011 | Undertake basic estimation and costing |
| CPCCCM2004* | Handle construction materials |
| CPCCCM2005* | Use construction tools and equipment |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCVE1011* | Undertake a basic construction project |
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| Elective units | |
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCOM1017 | Prepare simple construction sketches |
| CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCVE1002 | Undertake a basic computer design project |
Qualification mapping information
Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction.