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Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
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Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Bricklaying and Blocklaying
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in the building industry.
You will have the skills and knowledge to undertake heritage bricklaying, refractory bricklaying, bricklaying, blocklaying and paving work in residential, industrial and commercial contexts, in both existing and new constructions.
This qualification reflects the trade qualified role of a bricklayer, blocklayer or paver. The bricklaying, blocklaying and paving industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.
Certificate III
Diploma of Building Design
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Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Residential Building Drafting
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in building design. You will have the skills and knowledge to apply your skills to diverse building design projects. You will further develop their drafting expertise and design capabilities to design, draft and document plans, specifications and documentation for buildings of all classifications, as defined in the NCC, to a maximum floor area of 2,000 m², excluding those of Type A construction.
Practice at this level is underpinned by the ability to analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources to generate design solutions. Practitioners work without supervision and may specialise in residential, commercial, public or industrial projects including new buildings and renovations.
Licensing requirements apply to building design in some states or territories.
Diploma
Certificate IV in Building Project Support
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Study modes:
Full-Time
Online
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of building project professionals and contract administrators working on small to medium building projects. Training will be provided in the areas of
- construction contract fundamentals
- the development of a streamlined contract administration process
- project risk management
- the building application and approval process
- understanding building plans and specifications
When you complete this course, you have the skills and knowledge to effectively develop, and action, the contract management plan and its key inclusions.Â
Certificate IV
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)
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Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Building
This is a pre-vocational course for learners seeking a career in a construction trade. The first stage of the course is common to 11 construction trades and provides an introduction to the industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations.
The units of competency cover essential occupational health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials.Â
The latter stage of the course provides the learner with a choice to complete specific competencies from a particular trade stream that lead directly into a trade qualification, with full articulation and credit transfer, when seeking an apprenticeship
Certificate II
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Painting and Decorating Pre-apprenticeship)
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Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Painting and Signcraft
The aim of this pre-apprenticeship is to provide learners with industry specific training to gain skills, knowledge and behaviours to enable transition into an indentured apprenticeship.
Skills developed include:
- painting techniquesÂ
- interpreting plansÂ
- preparing surfacesÂ
- measuringÂ
- calculating the right amount of materials for the jobÂ
- working with scaffolding safely at heights and
- workplace health and safety
Certificate II
Certificate III in Cabinet Making
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Carpentry and Joinery
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in cabinet making. You will have the skills and knowledge to perform a range of skills at trade-level for those working in furniture making and those involved in the manufacture and installation of fitted furniture typically in a kitchen, bathroom and related context. Installation skills may be applied to new or renovation work. The work is in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader related activities involving known routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures and within known time constraints.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2024. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs. Fees may vary for courses transitioning to the new training package.Â
Certificate III
Certificate III in Carpentry
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Carpentry and Joinery
This is a trade qualification for carpenters in residential and commercial workplaces. It includes setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and steel products.
Certificate III
Confined Spaces Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.
In this course you will learn the requirements for working in confined spaces including:
- Â timely completion of entering and working in confined spaces safely
- Â work within a confined space and compliance with the permit conditions
- Â procedures, records and techniques,
- Â knowledge of the legislation and relevant standards
- Â site/organisation risk assessment guidelines,
- Â use and maintenance of appropriate PPE and more.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
To remain current, it is recommended that you complete this course every two years
Skill set
Dogging Skill Set
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Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to perform slinging techniques, including the selection and inspection of lifting gear and directing the crane operator in the movement of a load when the load is out of view of the operator.
The work described in this course relates to the National Standards for licensing persons performing high risk work. On successful completion of this course you will be able to apply for a high-risk licence through Worksafe.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit: Â Â
CPCCLDG3001Â Â Licence to Perform Dogging
Skill set
EWP Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This 2-day short course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more).
By completing this course successfully, you will be equipped to apply for a National High-Risk Work Licence Class WP. Students must apply and pay for this license separately with WorkSafe.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit TLILIC0005 - Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) (Release 2)
Skill set
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)
Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Electrical and Electrotechnology
This entry level qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to work safely in an electrotechnology environment, solve problems in multiple d.c. circuits and extra low voltage single path circuits. You will learn skills that will enable you to identify the required components/materials and use routine equipment, plant or technology relevant to the electrotechnology industry.
Certificate II
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Electrical and Electrotechnology
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in electrotechnology. You will have the skills and knowledge to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in building and premises.
It includes ERAC requirements for an A Grade Electrical License and experience in telecommunications service cabling. This course may also be available through Recognition of Prior Learning to eligible applicants.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Metal Fabrication
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an engineering tradesperson - fabrication within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed to meet the needs of apprentices in the above trade. The qualification packaging has been developed on an assumption that competency will be developed through an integrated combination of on and off-the-job learning strategies such as those delivered through a formal apprenticeship. The qualification may also be achieved through formal skills recognition assessment processes.
When you complete the Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding) you'll be looking at a trades career as a boilermaker, welder, or fabricator in industries such as mining or construction.
You will gain the skills and knowledge to create and work with metal fabrications, using workshop tools and equipment and various welding techniques.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2024. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs. Fees may vary for courses transitioning to the new training package.Â
Certificate III
Excavator Skill Set
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Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course trains novice operators in the skills required to enter the industry as a certified excavator operator.
The course covers:
•   Plan and prepare for hydraulic excavator operations
•   Operate hydraulic excavator
•   Carry out operator maintenance
•   Carry out housekeeping activities
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit RIIMPO301E Conduct hydraulic excavator operations
Successful students will also receive a Heavy Equipment Accreditation wallet card.
Skill set
Forklift Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
Logistics and Warehousing
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to operate a forklift truck safely.
Participants will learn how to operate a forklift truck by planning the work, conducting routine checks on a forklift truck, shifting loads in a safe manner and safely shut down and secure equipment after completing operations.
Industry licensing information: this course may allow students with the correct qualifications to apply for the National High Risk Licence class LF. Students must apply and pay for this licence separately with WorkSafe.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit: Â
TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck
Skill set
Front End Loader Skill Set
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Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course trains novice operators in the skills required to enter the industry as a certified wheeled front end loader operator.
The course covers:
-    Plan and prepare for wheel loader operations   Â
-    Operate the wheel loader   Â
-    Carry out operator maintenance   Â
- Â Â Â Carry out housekeeping activities
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCMOM207 Conduct Front-end Loader Operations and an Accreditation wallet card.
Skill set
Certificate II in Furniture Making (Cabinet Making/Furniture Making Pre-Apprenticeship)
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Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Carpentry and Joinery
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in furniture making. This is an entry level program for people intending to take up an apprenticeship in the cabinet/furniture making trade.
You will have the skills and knowledge to work in the furniture-making sector of the furnishing industry. You will learn how to prepare surfaces, mix and apply stains, apply finishing material, restore furnishing items, and operate a range of furniture finishing equipment. You will also learn about occupational health and safety and communication skills.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2024. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs. Fees may vary for courses transitioning to the new training package.Â
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Certificate II
Certificate III in Gas Fitting
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Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Plumbing and Gas
This qualification reflects role of a person installing, testing, maintaining and repairing gas lines, meters, regulators and piping systems downstream of the billing meter, and appliances and ancillary equipment such as hot water systems, gas heaters and heat pumps associated with the use of fuel gases, including liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems.
Certificate III
Gas Testing and Confined Spaces Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.
In this course you will learn the requirements for working in confined spaces including:
- Â timely completion of entering and working in confined spaces safely
- Â work within a confined space and compliance with the permit conditions
- Â procedures, records and techniques,
- Â knowledge of the legislation and relevant standards
- Â site/organisation risk assessment guidelines,
- Â use and maintenance of appropriate PPE and more.
To remain current, it is recommended that you complete this course every two years
Skill set
General Welding Skill Set
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Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Metal Fabrication
This course covers the process of using a welding machine and the difference between MIG & Stick welding. It is a great place to start if you have not done a lot of welding or have done a small amount and want to learn more.
Suited to beginners, hobby welders, home handy man and trades assistants wanting to up skill.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.
Skill set
Infrastructure Ready Skill Set
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Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Work Health and Safety
The three week short course training teaches work safety practices (including White Card), carry out measurements and calculations, how to prepare and organise construction work and skills to operate equipment and tools needed in construction projects.
During your work placement, you will gain real, hands on industry experience and secure a ‘foot in the door’ by working with an employer.
By completing the Infrastructure Ready Program you may:
• be offered a job with your work placement employer;
• be offered a traineeship in civil construction;
• gain employer references; or
• be endorsed for other employment opportunities within the civil construction industry.
Skill set
Introduction to Revit Skill Set
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Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Residential Building Drafting
This is a level 1 introduction to Revit 2022Â Architecture, a powerful building modeler used extensively for architectural design, documentation and rendering in 2D and 3D.
This unit supports the work of drafters who assist and work under the supervision and instruction of architects, building designers and other personnel such as home sustainability assessors.
It covers installing BIM-capable design software and applying its functions and options to create, name and save project files and templates for different types of building design projects.
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Skills and knowledge elements include:
   Building model set up, levels and grids
   Basic building tools (walls, windows and doors)
   Create floors, ceilings, roofs and stairs
   Add component features
   Basic editing tools
   Navigation tools
   Creating views, sections and elevations
   3D views, cameras, materials, sun study and rendering
   Set up project templates
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Participants gain hands-on experience using the various modelling and documentation commands within Revit and should complete the required tasks & assignments in order to achieve competency in this course.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.
   CPPBDN4004 Set up BIM-Capable Software and Files for Building Design Drafting Projects
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Skill set
Painters Registration
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Workshops
Sub study areas:
General Construction
Description
This course meets the requirements of those seeking registration with the Department of Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety (DMIRS)
Certification
On completion of the required courses you are required to submit the appropriate Painters Registration application form to DMIRS and follow their process.
You can find more information here:
  https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/building-and-energy/painters(opens in a new tab)
There are two definable client groups for this course:
1.   People who hold a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or a qualification equivalent to this, or
2.   People with skills and experience in painting and decorating who can demonstrate this in a practical test which is a subset of the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating & proven 5 years painting experience.Â
Group 1
People who hold a Certificate III n Painting and Decorating, or have equivalent qualifications, and wish to develop and/or demonstrate their skills and competencies to become registered painters. This group need the following to support their application to DMIRS:
Evidence of their successful completion of the following two (2) units of competency:
•   BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
•   CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
And evidence of:
•   Painting Trade Certificate or Equivalent
Group 2
The second group are people who do not have trade qualifications and need to demonstrate their painting knowledge and skills as well as develop and/or demonstrate competencies to be recognised as registered painters with 5 years Painting Experience. This group need the following to support their application to DMIRS:
Evidence of their successful completion of the following four (4) units of competency. Evidence of successful completion of Pre-requisite CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry is required before commencement of CPCCPD3021AÂ
•   BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
•   CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
•   CPCCPD3021A Prepare surfaces for painting (pre- requisite of CPCCOHS2001A)
•   82985 PRB colour and wallpapering
And successful completion of
•   83390 Painters Trade Preparation Test (PDF Document) (158 KB) (PDF document - opens in a new tab)
Short course
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Painting and Signcraft
This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Plumbing
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Plumbing and Gas
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career as a plumber, or gasfitter. You will have the skills and knowledge to work effectively in the construction industry, how to safely install, alter and repair pipe work services and appliances to suit domestic, commercial and industrial needs, cold and hot water supply, gas supply, sewage, waste and rainwater disposal, how to install and repair roofing, gutters and drain pipes, how to make buildings waterproof, and workplace health and safety.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2023. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs.
Certificate III
Certificate III in Plumbing
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Plumbing and Gas
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career as a plumber, or gasfitter. You will have the skills and knowledge to work effectively in the construction industry, how to safely install, alter and repair pipe work services and appliances to suit domestic, commercial and industrial needs, cold and hot water supply, gas supply, sewage, waste and rainwater disposal, how to install and repair roofing, gutters and drain pipes, how to make buildings waterproof, and workplace health and safety.
Certificate III
Certificate II in Plumbing (Plumbing Pre-apprenticeship)
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Plumbing and Gas
When you complete the Certificate II in Plumbing (Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice plumber, roof plumber, or gasfitter.  Â
You will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the construction industry, use hand and power tools, oxy-acetylene and arc weld, read plans, calculate quantities, cut and join sheet metal, work safely at heights, and workplace health and safety.  Â
Successful completion of this qualification provides you with the opportunity to gain an apprenticeship in the plumbing and gas fitting trade. You will need to be employed and registered as an apprentice before you can commence apprenticeship training.Â
Certificate II
Certificate IV in Residential Drafting
Study modes:
Full-Time
Sub study areas:
Residential Building Drafting
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in residential drafting. This qualification reflects the role of entry level drafters who support building designers and architects. You will have the skills and knowledge to produce drawings and documentation and use CAD software to draft and document residential Class 1 and 10 building designs under the supervision of licensed or accredited building designers or architects.
Practice at this level is underpinned by the knowledge of construction methods and materials and the application of relevant compliance, planning and building requirements for Class 1 and 10 buildings.
Class 1 and 10 building classifications are defined in the National Construction Code (NCC).
Licensing requirements apply to building design in some states or territories. For further information check with the relevant regulatory authority.
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Certificate IV
Skidsteer Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course trains novice operators in the skills required to enter the industry as a certified skid steer loader operator.
The course covers:
•   Plan and prepare for skid steer loader operations
•   Operate skid steer loader
•   Load, carry and place materials
•   Select, remove and fit attachments
•   Relocate the skid steer loader
•   Carry out machine operator maintenance
•   Conduct housekeeping activities
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the nationally accredited unit RIIMPO318F – Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations. Successful students will also receive a Heavy Equipment Accreditation wallet card.
Skill set
Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Wall and Ceiling Lining
This qualification will prepare you with the skills and knowledge to work in and provide a trade outcome in wall and ceiling. You will learn skills on fixing standard plasterboard sheets to walls and ceilings, fixing battens and mixing plastering compounds. You will also learn how to work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry, plan and organise work, carry out measurements and calculations and apply Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
Certificate III
White Card Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
To enter a building site in Australia it is a requirement to hold a current General Induction card, also known as a 'White Card' (formerly Blue Card). The card is valid for use on all construction sites in Australia.
This training reinforces the Occupational Health and Safety roles and responsibilities of employees and employers aimed at raising the safety standards in the construction industry.
The course covers:
   Occupational Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
   Communication and consultation on Occupational Health and Safety
   Implementing Occupational Health and Safety risk management & the principles of safe systems
   Emergencies & first aid in the workplace
   Key principles relating to workplace injury management
On successful completion of this course, students will be issued a WorkSafe WA registered White Card and receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit.
   CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
Skill set
Work Safety in Construction Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Building
Construction work is happening all across WA and builders need skilled workers who are ready to get on the worksite. The Work Safely in Construction Skill Set will get you job ready for entry level roles in the construction industry. This skill set covers how to follow mandatory work health and safety requirements in accordance with safety legislative requirements, how to use a range of construction equipment and tools including levelling devices, skills to work in a construction team, and basic construction work applications for new and existing structures including residential homes, units and apartments.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:
- CPCCCM2005Â Â Â Â Use construction tools and equipment
- CPCCCM2006Â Â Â Â Apply basic levelling procedures
- CPCCOM1012Â Â Â Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCVE1011Â Â Â Â Â Â Undertake a basic construction project
- CPCCWHS2001Â Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCWHS1001Â Â Â Â Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Students interested in this course are encouraged to complete the online Expression of Interest form here.
Skill set
Work at Heights Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course identifies the risks associated with working at heights. Participants will be introduced to safe work practices, regulations and industry codes designed to contain height related work risks.
This course is for anyone who is required to work at height either on a personal or professional level, and who could be at risk of injury as a result of this work.
The course covers:
   Identify work requirements
   Identify work procedures and instructions
   Access and install equipment
   Perform work at heights
   Clean up work area
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â RIIWHS204EÂ Work Safely at Heights
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