Certificate II in Civil Construction

You'll develop practical skills in the following areas:  identifying, locating and protecting underground services measurements and calculations manual excavation levelling reading and interpreting plans and specifications.

Learn how to safely use and maintain tools and equipment used in civil construction, including:

hand and power tools small plant and equipment concreting materials and equipment.

You'll also develop an understanding of workplace safety and the safe disposal of infrastructure materials.

On completion, you’ll have a broad understanding of the industry and have the skills and knowledge to gain employment as an apprentice, or undertake further study such as the Certificate III in Civil Construction.

To be awarded the RII20715 Certificate II in Civil Construction, a student must successfully complete a total of sixteen (16) units of competency, comprising of:

• ten (10) core units, and;
• six (6) elective units, of which:
• at least five (5) units must be selected from elective units listed in the RII20715 Certificate II in Civil Construction qualification, and;
• one (1) unit may be selected from elsewhere within the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.

All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level as well as be approved by the Polytechnic.

Course structure and units

Core units

• RIIBEF201D - Plan and organise work
• RIICCM201D - Carry out measurements and calculations
• RIICCM202D - Identify, locate and protect underground services
• RIICCM203D - Read and interpret plans and specifications
• RIICCM205E - Carry out manual excavation
• RIICCM207D - Spread and compact materials manually
• RIICOM201D - Communicate in the workplace
• RIISAM203D - Use hand and power tools
• RIISAM204D - Operate small plant and equipment
• RIIWHS201D - Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

Elective units

• RIICCM208D - Carry out basic levelling
• RIICCM209D - Carry out concrete work
• RIISAM201D - Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials
• RIICCM206D - Support plant operations
• RIIWHS205D - Control traffic with stop-slow bat

Imported units

• CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
• RIIWHS302D - Implement traffic management plan

Units in Transition

The following unit/s will not be offered to prospective students. These units are only available for current/continuing students.

• BSBDIV301 - Work effectively with diversity
• RIICRC315D - Use concreting materials and equipment

Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Credit Transfers

Previous completion of units at the Polytechnic or any other Registered Training Organisation and/or previous attainment of skills and knowledge may be credited towards this course. Units must satisfy the completion rules of the qualification and be assessed as appropriate by the Polytechnic.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.VETiS: The literacy and numeracy levels of applicants will be assessed through consultation with the relevant secondary school.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in an operational role in civil construction, who undertake a prescribed range of tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge, in a defined context working under supervision.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.

Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) This qualification forms part of the credit suite specified by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) and may contribute towards the satisfactory completion of the Victoria Certificate of Education (VCE) or the Victoria Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL).