Building Courses in Townsville

Thinking about a career in construction but not sure if it’s for you? The CPC20120 Certificate II in Construction will prepare you for work as a labourer on a construction site, but it’s also a great pre-apprenticeship program. Over 6-12 months of study you will learn how to safely use standard tools, take measurements, perform calculations and levelling, work at heights, and carry out basic concreting. The course also covers excavation and demolition work. Enquire now for the list of study units and enrolment opportunities near you..

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. Enquire now for the list of speciality areas and enrolment opportunities near you..

Get your Construction Industry White Card with the CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. This nationally recognised short course is mandatory for anyone who routinely enters a construction site in Australia, including site managers, tradies, apprentices, surveyors, and labourers. During your studies, you will learn your WHS responsibilities and develop skills in hazard identification and risk control. The course covers: using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), understanding safety signs, reporting hazards, incident and emergency responses, interpreting safety documents, and more. Enquire now for the full list of White Card competencies and training providers near you that offer this short course..

A Certificate IV in Building and Construction is the qualification you need to further your construction career. This course is designed for people currently working as builders, including those who own their own building business. You’ll develop building management skills and learn to supervise and oversee construction projects. Whether you want to work as a construction manager or expand your building business, this course can provide the skills you need to succeed. The Certificate IV in Building and Construction covers a range of topics relevant to the building industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including applying building codes and standards, conducting on-site supervision of building projects and reading and interpreting plans and specifications. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates. .

A CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to become a qualified waterproofer. You’ll learn how to perform various waterproofing tasks to prevent damage from water or damp on construction sites. This course will prepare you to work on both interior and exterior areas in the residential and commercial construction industry. The CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing looks at a range of topics relevant to this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including handling waterproofing materials, applying sealant, using waterproofing tools and equipment and preparing surfaces for waterproofing application. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

A Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling will prepare you for a career as a tiler in the construction industry. You’ll learn to lay tiles on internal and external walls and floors for new projects or renovation work. This course explores all types of tiles including ceramic, clay, slate, marble and glass and you’ll develop techniques for cutting and shaping tiles to fit as required. The Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling covers a range of topics to give you the skills and knowledge you need in this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including fixing floor and wall tiles, carrying out mosaic tiling and tiling curved surfaces. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

CPCCWHS1001 Work Safely in the construction industry (White Card) is a mandatory course for anyone working on a construction site in Australia. This includes site managers, construction supervisors, surveyors, labourers, licensed tradespeople and their apprentices. The course covers work health and safety essentials and is usually delivered over a full day of training. White cards are different in each Australian state and territory so you may additional training if working interstate. Enquire now to find a construction industry White Card training centre near you..

Get started in civil construction (eg, roads, bridges, dams) with the RII20720 Certificate II in Civil Construction. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on a typical construction site and covers the essential aspects of on-site safety, reading and interpreting plans, using hand and power tools, carrying out measurements and calculations. Enquire now for the course outline, list of electives, and the next enrolment intake..

Get a real start in the construction industry with the CPC10120 Certificate I in Construction. It’s a hands-on qualification — completed over 11 weeks at a state-of-the-art training facility — that prepares you for a trade apprenticeship. You’ll graduate job-ready and knowing how to undertake a basic construction project, work safely, handle construction materials, use essential tools and equipment PLUS the skills to interpret plans and specifications. Enquire now for a full list of training centres, intake dates, and your eligibility for a government subsidy or concession..

The CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering is for apprentice plasterers and renderers needing the skills to work on both commercial and residential construction sites. In this nationally recognised qualification you will be learning how to erect and dismantle scaffolding, carry out measurements and calculations, handle solid plastering materials, prepare surfaces for plastering, apply set coats — plus safely use solid plastering tools and equipment. Choose electives that support your career path or actual job role. Enquire now for the list of study units, training centres, and intake dates..

The CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining is the training component of a trade apprenticeship in gyprock and drywall hanging. Training under the supervision of a licensed tradesperson you will learn to fix and finish plasterboard using standard tools and machinery. You’ll graduate with a construction industry White Card, Working at Heights permit, and ready to apply for your trade licence. Enquire now for the full list of study units and upcoming enrolment opportunities..

A Certificate III in Stonemasonry (Monumental/Installation) will give you the skills you need to work as a stonemason or construction mason. You’ll learn to produce items including kitchen benchtops, fireplaces, decorative mouldings, stairs, tombstones and memorials. This course will show you how to use industry tools and equipment (including computer-operated machinery) and work with a range of materials including granite, marble and other stone products. The Certificate III in Stonemasonry (Monumental/Installation) covers a range of topics relevant to the stonemasonry trade. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including laying stone, identifying and using stone products and shaping solid stone. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..