SSDIS01008 - Introduction to Construction Skill Set

This skill set will give you an introduction to working in construction, teaching you safety and accuracy in planning for, setting up and beginning a construction project. You will learn to use tools and equipment safely and the rules and procedures for safe work on site, plus you will work on a construction project, ready to add to your portfolio.
This course is ideal as a start to a building and construction pathway, building the basic safety skills for wet trades, plumbing, carpentry and joinery.

Course Information:

Duration: 2 weeks
Days: Monday – Friday - Face to Face
Times: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Upcoming Dates: 17.11.2025 - 28.11.2025
Delivery Location: ATEC Skills Centre, 275 Grand Junction Road, Ottoway, SA 5013

Assessment:

Written and verbal activities
Practical activity

Entry Requirements:

Participants MUST:

Have the physical ability to undertake construction-related tasks.
Have the ability to read, write and understand basic English and carry out basic mathematical calculations
Be able to commit to the course duration and time commitment.
Students will be required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN) suitability review prior to enrolling the training course
Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident, or an eligible visa holder
Be aged 16 years or over and not enrolled at school.

Course Fees:

Subsidised Training

To be eligible for subsidised training, an individual must at the time the course commences:

Live or work in South Australia
Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident, or an eligible visa holder
Be aged 16 years or over and not enrolled at school.

This course is supported by the Government of South Australia for eligible students.
Eligibility criteria apply. Contact CaleP@atec.asn.au for more information.

Fee Free: Additional eligibility conditions apply.
Limited places available.

Learner Requirements

Provide your Unique Student Identifier (USI). Click here to apply for a USI.
Provision of Australian legal photo identification for enrolment purposes

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment):

To be supplied by the participant:

Safety boots (steel cap)
Safety glasses
Work pants (work shorts accepted)
Long-sleeved shirt (for WHS reasons, please don’t wear excessively loose clothing)
High visibility vest (high visibility shirt/jumper is acceptable. Please ensure no drawstring on the jumper for WHS reasons.)
Sun protection is required.

Units:

Core Units:

CPCWHS1001	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCM2005	Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the Construction Industry
CPCCVE1011	Undertake a basic construction project
CPCCCM2012	Work safely at heights

Outcome:

Upon successful completion of all requirements of this course, learners will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the units of competency that have been successfully achieved.

How to apply:

Please fill in the expression of interest form below. Ensure that you submit an up-to-date resume and clearly detail your interest in participating in this course.

Please note: This course has limited places available. Applicants who show a genuine interest in starting a carpentry apprenticeship will be favourably considered. You’ll be informed of the outcome of your application.