Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bridge Construction and Maintenance)

• • Complete concreting work on bridges, suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
• • Construct, erect and dismantle formwork - moulds for concrete that can be cast in place or precast
• • Construct, erect and dismantle falsework - temporary reinforcement to support constructions
• • Read and interpret plans, take measurements and make calculations
• • Use hand tools, power tools and small plant including a pump, generator, compressor or a ground compactor
• • Perform maintenance and take preventative measures, following work health and safety (WHS) procedures

• A nationally accredited qualification at certificate III level

• A pathway to further study in civil construction

• Experience liaising with real clients and stakeholders

• Experience working on a real work site with colleagues and supervisors

• The ability to use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and civil construction equipment

• Strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities

• Skills in working to project deadlines

• Be employed as an apprentice in industry

• Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application

Note

• This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship. To enrol as a non-apprentice, you need relevant employment, as evidenced by a letter from your employer. Enquire today to discuss your eligibility.

• A general construction induction card (commonly known as a white card) – you will need this before you can enter a construction site

• Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to use hand tools

• Comfort working at heights and in confined spaces

• An intermediate level of fitness to manage physical tasks like shovelling, moving surveying equipment, and walking long distances

• The ability to work well as part of a team

• A commitment to safety

• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level

Note:

• TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs and to provide you with the appropriate support for your study success.

• A valid form of ID to prove you are at least 18 years old as part of SafeWork NSW requirements to undertake the SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence assessment conducted via this course.

• You must successfully pass both the TAFE NSW and SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence assessments to be eligible for your SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence. For more details, see the licensing section below.