Building+Trades+-+TAFE+SA

=BUILDING TRADES=
 * Focus School:** TAFE SA - Millicent, Mount Gambier and Naracoorte campuses (dependent on numbers)


 * Number of SACE Units:** To be advised
 * SACE Subject:** To be advised

Course Description
This course prepares students for employment in the building and construction trade areas and provides credit towards an apprenticeship. The course uses project based learning, as is used for apprentice training at TAFE SA and introduces students to their prospective training organisation to provide a seamless pathway from school to work. The qualification can be completed in 12 months with class attendance and work experience completed. TAFE SA is keen to provide training in regional areas, and encourage students to register interest with their VET co-ordinator, in order for the course to be delivered in regional centres, and minimise student travel.

Units Covered
CERTIFICATE I IN GENERAL CONSTRUCTION National Construction competencies to Certificate I level minimum 240 hours of accredited training

Course Coordinator
Colin Davies Ph: (08) 8733 0200 [|www.tafe.sa.edu.au]

Commencement semester
Semester 1, 2010 1 day a week for 32 weeks. Day to be determined by location of courses delivered.

Number of days, location
2 weeks completed in own time over the course of the year.

Special Requirements
Personal protective equipment - Steel capped shoes and durable clothing, ear muffs and safety glasses. Any other safety equipment will be provided by TAFE SA as per need.

Course Costs
Approx. $560 + project materials costs – to be confirmed on course confirmation

Course Pre-requisites
Return of "Expression of interest" form - // PLEASE GO TO "EXPRESSION OF INTEREST" TAB ON LEFT HAND SIDE NAVIGATION // Minimum completion of Year 10 and a genuine interest in building trades.

Course Pathway
Accreditation towards apprenticeships in building, construction and cabinet-making.

VET Training Provider
TAFE SA Millicent Campus