Civil Construction Courses in Cairns
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CPC40120
Duration
Unknown - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Become a licensed builder with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). This nationally recognised qualification is the minimum training requirement for builders working on domestic premises in Australia. The course covers: understanding building codes and standards, managing WHS on a construction site, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, applying site surveys, managing site communication and admin, procuring construction materials, managing construction quality,...
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Duration
Unknown - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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CPC20220
Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways prepares you for work in the construction industry and gives you head start if you want to find a trade apprenticeship. You’ll learn how to read and interpret plans, take accurate measurements, and work safely on a building site — then choose electives that support a career in bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plastering, tiling, or stonemasonry.
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Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
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RII30820
Estimated fee
$250 - $1,030
Duration
3 months - 3 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in civil construction with the RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations. This nationally recognised training course accompanies an apprenticeship and teaches you how to work safely on a civil construction site. The course covers levelling, trenches, concreting, earthworks — and you’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to operate a range of heavy vehicles (depending on your chosen electives) including backhoes, graders, dozers, and excavators. Enquire now for more in...
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Estimated fee
$250 - $1,030
Duration
3 months - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
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The Professional Certificate of Competency in Structural Design for Non-Structural Engineers provides a clear understanding of the role of structural engineers in construction projects. It covers the analysis and design needed to create safe, functional, and cost-effective structures, including bridges, foundations, pipelines, and water infrastructure. The course also explores collaboration with specialists like architects and operational managers and addresses key implementation aspects such as statutory...
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Learn to design buildings that inspire, with courses in Architecture. Education pathways for domestic and international students.
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Get the skills to inspect and monitor asbestos sites, prepare areas for asbestos removal and safely remove and dispose of asbestos containing materials.
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Learn cost planning, budget management, and more to launch a successful career in building estimation. Education pathways for domestic and international students.
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