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    Building, Construction and Trades

    17 courses

    Building and Construction courses

    Build your career in construction from the ground up with a TAFE NSW building and construction course. Do the heavy lifting as a bricklayer, or develo...

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    • CourseCourse in the Australasian Inter-service Incident Management System (AIIMS)

      22612VIC-01

      Be ready for emergency situations and build skills to support your business or community. Gain the confidence to manage emergency incidents using the Australasian Inter-Service Incident Management System (AIIMS).

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    • TAFE StatementRevit Fundamentals for Architectural Professionals

      800-000023

      Advance your understanding of Revit for Building Information Modelling (BIM) and upskill to be able to model more advanced multi-level buildings. Gain 10 formal points for Compulsory Professional Development (CPD) and improve your job prospects.

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    • TAFE StatementRevit Essentials for Architectural Professionals

      800-000022

      This introductory course teaches basic Revit skills for Building Information Modelling (BIM). It's a great option for architectural professionals who want to upskill and gain 6 formal points for their Compulsory Professional Development (CPD).

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    • Statement of AttainmentPrepare to Work Safely In The Construction Industry (White Card)

      900-82974

      Completing this course provides you with the mandatory safety training to access construction sites. You will also be able to apply for your white card or general induction card with SafeWork NSW. Gain safety skills you can apply to various trades.

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    • Statement of AttainmentLicencing in Elevating Work Platform

      900-80586

      Gain credibility that comes from obtaining an elevating work platform licence. Join alumni of this course and work on major historic infrastructure projects. Meticulously plan, prepare and conduct work and showcase your potential as an EWP Operator.

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    • Statement of AttainmentEnter and Work in Confined Spaces

      900-82346

      Equip yourself with specialist skills and the confidence to work safely in confined spaces. Gain firsthand experience and acquire the basics to recognise and control potential risks and hazards and to apply this safety training in various industries.

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    • Statement of AttainmentWork Safely at Heights

      900-82231

      Equip yourself with sound knowledge of workplace safety standards and regulations. Gain foundational safety skills that can be used in a broad range of practical applications, not only in your daily life but also in the infrastructure industry.

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    • Certificate IIConstruction Pathways

      CPC20220-01

      Explore different trades in the building industry. Develop a broad range of foundational skills across joinery, shopfitting, carpentry and bricklaying and blocklaying that will help you decide which trade apprenticeship you want to complete.

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    • Certificate IIConstruction

      CPC20120-01

      Begin building your career in the construction industry as you learn to use power tools, work with building materials and read and interpret plans. You’ll get hands-on training as a labourer before entering your apprenticeship qualification.

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    • Certificate IIIConstruction Crane Operations

      CPC32920-01

      Work on iconic and high-profile projects like bridges, wind farms, tunnels, roads and rail projects as a licensed crane operator and enjoy working outdoors as part of a team. Gain licences while you learn with TAFE NSW - we are the only Registered Training Organisation in NSW offering this course.

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    • Certificate IIIBricklaying and Blocklaying

      CPC33020-01

      Learn the skills to excel in your career as a bricklayer. Gain experience in simulated workshops and on-the-job in your apprenticeship, and get your start in an in-demand area of the construction industry.

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    • Certificate IIIConstruction Waterproofing

      CPC31420-01

      Seal your career in waterproofing as you develop the skills and knowledge to become a licenced waterproofer. With TAFE NSW, learn from specialist teachers and refine your skills in our industry-standard workshops.

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    • Certificate IIIConcreting

      CPC30320-01

      Pave your way to a career as a qualified, industry-recognised concreter. As an expert in the most widely used construction material in the world, your specialist skills will be in demand on commercial and residential building projects.

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    • Certificate IVBuilding and Construction (Building)

      CPC40120-02

      Study online or on campus to launch your career as a builder or site manager. Learn to operate your own building enterprise, improve your understanding of national construction codes and standards, and develop your knowledge to progress your career further.

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    • Certificate IVResidential Drafting

      CPP40121-01

      Build your ability to use popular CAD software and produce compliant documentation for Class 1 and 10 buildings as a draftsperson or architectural assistant. After this course, you can complete further studies to become an accredited building designer.

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    • DiplomaBuilding and Construction (Building)

      CPC50220-01

      Strengthen your skills in the building industry and gain experience for supervisory roles. Develop leadership abilities to manage a construction site and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

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    • DiplomaBuilding Design

      CPP50921-01

      Gain sought-after digital design skills to work under an accredited building designer or architect on varied classes of buildings. Pursue pathways in architecture, construction management, interior design and more.

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    Building and construction course information

    It’s easy to balance work and study with a TAFE NSW building and construction course.

    • Face-to-face courses at TAFE NSW are immersive and interactive, and you can choose between full-time or part-time for certi...
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    Who is a building and construction course good for?

    You’ll possess a high level of physical fitness and enjoy the rigour and challenge of physically demanding work. Working outdoors and waking up early to start your work day are elements of the job that energise...

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    Building and construction career paths

    From junior positions through to senior roles, there are plenty of opportunities available in this booming industry. Here are some of the most sought-after jobs in the building and construction field:

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    Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

    How do I enrol?

    At TAFE NSW you can apply or enrol to do a course.

    If your course has no entry requirements, you can enrol directly. If there are entry requirements, you will need to apply to be accepted for a position in the course.

    1. Go to the TAFE NSW website to view the course you are interested in
    2. Check if there are any entry requirements, as you may be asked to supply additional information
    3. Select a course location to progress your enrolment
    4. Follow the prompts to complete
    5. You will receive an email confirming your enrolment or application status

    If you need further assistance with your enrolment, contact TAFE NSW Student Services on 131 601 between 8.30am-5pm Monday to Friday.

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