| Course Code | RII30920 |
| Locations |
Workplace training
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| Study Mode | Traineeship, Workplace |
| Length | Two years |
| Commencement | Start any time |
| Timetable | On-the-job training plus 12-15 days (dependent on units selected) of training sessions on campus throughout the course. |
This program is designed to deliver comprehensive training to anyone entering the civil construction industry in particular in the field of road construction and maintenance.
To be eligible for this course you will be employed as a trainee. You will work with SWTAFE and your employer to undertake predominantly workplace-based training with periodic classroom-based sessions.
The course can be tailored to suit individual business needs with unit variations in the specific area of road construction and maintenance.
This course covers many aspects of civil construction including:
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
You must be at least 18 years of age and employed as a trainee with a registered employer in the civil construction industry.
If you are currently not employed in this field please contact the Skills and Jobs Centre for further advice.
You need to be employed in this pipe laying field of the civil construction industry as a trainee before commencing this course.
If you are currently not employed in this field please contact the Skills and Jobs Centre for further advice.
To be eligible for this qualification, you must successfully complete 25 units: 7 core and 18 elective units.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIIBEF201E | Plan and organise work | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM201E | Carry out measurements and calculations | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM203E | Read and interpret plans and job specifications | 40 | $0.00 |
| RIICOM201E | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIIRIS301E | Apply risk management processes | 40 | $0.00 |
| RIISAM203E | Use hand and power tools | 80 | $0.00 |
| RIISAM204E | Operate small plant and equipment | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIIWHS201E | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 20 | $0.00 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIIHAN308F | Load and unload plant | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIIMPO317F | Conduct roller operations | 80 | $0.00 |
| RIIMPO318F | Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations | 80 | $0.00 |
| RIIMPO320F | Conduct civil construction excavator operations | 200 | $0.00 |
| RIIMPO321F | Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations | 160 | $0.00 |
| TLILIC0003 | Licence to operate a forklift truck | 40 | $0.00 |
| TLILIC0005 | Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) | 30 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM202E | Identify, locate and protect underground services | 30 | $0.00 |
| RIIWHS205E | Control traffic with stop-slow bat | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIIWHS302E | Implement traffic management plans | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIIMPO319E | Conduct backhoe/loader operations | 200 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM205F | Carry out manual excavation | 8 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM206E | Support plant operations | 8 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM207E | Spread and compact materials manually | 12 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM208E | Carry out basic levelling | 16 | $0.00 |
| RIISAM201E | Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials | 16 | $0.00 |
| RIIWMG203E | Drain and dewater civil construction sites | 20 | $0.00 |
| RIICCM210E | Install trench support | 16 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC201E | Repair potholes | 36 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC202E | Install signs | 16 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC204E | Install and maintain roadside fixtures | 30 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC304E | Maintain sealed roads | 32 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC306E | Conduct earthworks | 80 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC314E | Handle concrete materials | 24 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC315E | Use concreting materials and equipment | 60 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC316E | Place and compact concrete | 170 | $0.00 |
| RIICRC317E | Finish concrete pavements | 40 | $0.00 |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 | $77.18 |
| RIIWHS202E | Enter and Work in Confined Spaces | 30 | $0.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Once you have applied for your chosen course, you will receive a thank you email from South West TAFE with a few steps to help process your enrolment.
Complete a Pre-Training Review
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Create or provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
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Skills recognition
If you have experience or prior qualifications, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning and gain credits. You will be asked to provide any relevant Statement of Attainment to support identified credits.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $7,025.00 |
| Concession rate | $1,405.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $17,490.00 |
Students who are eligible for Free TAFE place will not pay course tuition fees for the duration of their enrolment in this course, however, there may be some consumable/material fees for the course (find out more below). The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE courses and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in. For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about the Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact us.
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $77.18 |
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
There are five simple steps to apply for a course with us.
If you need any assistance with applying, contact our team on 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.
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