TRADE COURSES
Danford College’s Trade Courses provide hands-on training and industry-relevant skills to prepare you for a successful career in Australia’s building and construction industry. Whether you want to become a qualified painter and decorator, a solid plasterer, or take the next step into building and construction management, our programs combine classroom learning with practical training delivered by industry-experienced trainers.
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) (CPC40120)
OCCUPATIONS
Graduates of this qualification may seek employment as:
• Building Associate
• Builder (Subject to registration requirements in each state)
• Construction Project Supervisor
• Leading Hand
• Contract Administrator
DESCRIPTION
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction reflects the role of builders, site managers and managers of small to medium-sized building businesses who apply knowledge of structural principles, codes, standards and legal requirements to Class 1 and 10, to a maximum of two storeys and Class 2 to 9 Type C constructions, and who plan and supervise safe building and construction work, prepare and administer contracts, and who apply quality principles to building and construction projects.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
CORE UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings | |
| CPCCBC4002 | Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | |
| CPCCBC4007 | Plan building and construction work | |
| CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | |
| CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | |
| CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | |
| CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | |
| CPCCBC4021 | Minimise waste on the building and construction site | |
| CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C Buildings |
ELECTIVE UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| BSBPMG422 | Apply project quality management techniques | |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | |
| CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | |
| CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | |
| CPCCBC4006 | Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | |
| CPCSUS4002 | Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings | |
| CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | |
| CPCCBC4017 | Arrange resources and prepare for the building and construction project |
Certificate III in Solid Plastering (CPC31020)
OCCUPATIONS
Graduates of this qualification may seek employment as:
• Solid Plasterer
• Renderer
There is strong demand in both residential and commercial construction, with opportunities in new builds, renovations, and restoration projects.
DESCRIPTION
The Certificate III in Solid Plastering provides students with the knowledge and skills to become a qualified plasterer.
The course covers the application of plaster, render, and decorative finishes to a range of surfaces, both internal and external. Students will learn to use modern tools and materials as well as traditional methods, ensuring versatility across a wide range of projects.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
CORE UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCSP2001 | Handle solid plastering materials | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCSP2002 | Use solid plastering tools and equipment | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCSP3003 | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCSP3004 | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
ELECTIVE UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | CPCWHS2001 |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | |
| BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (CPC30620)
OCCUPATIONS
Graduates of this qualification may seek employment as:
• Painter and Decorator
DESCRIPTION
The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating provides the skills and knowledge to became a qualified painter and decorator.
Students learn how to prepare surfaces, apply paint and wallpaper, use spray equipment and apply decorative finishes on a wide range of surfaces. Students will gain real world skills through practical training delivered by industry experienced trainers.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
CORE UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | |
| CPCCCM3005 | Calculate costs of construction work | |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPB3026 | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD2011 | Handle and store painting and decorating materials | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD2012 | Use painting and decorating tools and equipment | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD2013 | Remove and replace doors and door and window components | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3021 | Prepare existing coated surface for painting | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3022 | Apply paint by brush and roller | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3023 | Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3024 | Apply paint by spray | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3025 | Match specific paint colours | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3026 | Apply stains and clear timber finishes | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3027 | Remove and apply wallpaper | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3028 | Apply decorative paint finishes | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3030 | Apply protective paint coating systems | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3031 | Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3035 | Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCPD3036 | Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry | CPCWHS2001 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
ELECTIVE UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | |
| BSBESB303 | Organise finances for new business venture | |
| CPCCSP3003 | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | CPCWHS2001 |