Civil construction
Below is a brief description of the skills
covered by each civil construction qualification.
Further information can be found by clicking
on the links to the qualification brochure and Training Plan.
Qualification brochure
This gives detailed information about the qualification, including who it
is for, entry requirements, and the qualification process.
Training Plan
This lists the unit standards which make up the qualification.
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How to enrol
To enrol in any of these qualifications, call 0800 486 626 to
arrange for an InfraTrain regional advisor to complete a Training
Plan and Training Agreement.
Click on the links below to watch short video clips about careers in civil construction
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Civil construction qualifications
A number of Civil Construction qualifications include
Health, Safety and
Environment units
- see those marked*
National Certificate in Civil Infrastructure
(General Introductory Skills) Level 2*
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National Certificate in Civil Construction Works Level 2*
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National Certificate in Civil Construction Works -
Forestry Earthworks Level 3
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National Certificate in Civil Plant Operation
Level 3*
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National Certificate in Civil Plant Operation (Bulk
Earthmoving) Level 3
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National Certificate in Civil Construction
Supervision Level 4*
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National Certificate in Civil Plant Management
Level 4
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National Certificate in Civil Infrastructure
(General Introductory Skills) Level 2*
This qualification provides a range of skills and knowledge
to explore various career path options in the infrastructure
industry. The qualification provides basic skills and
knowledge in first aid, personal and life skills and civil
contracting. Elective units provide further skills in civil
construction, roading and pavement surfacing, services,
driving skills and plant operation.
Qualification brochure
Training Plan
National Certificate in Civil Construction Works Level 2*
You will gain the fundamental skills and knowledge to do a
wide variety of work in civil construction and maintenance.
The qualification covers a range of core skills and
knowledge in health, safety and environment; measurement and
numerical skills; and civil plant, civil works and
maintenance.
In addition, you can select one or more of ten specialised
strands in Concrete Kerb and Channel, Concrete Work,
Culverts and Drainage Systems, Interlocking Paving,
Retaining Structures, Road Construction, Road Maintenance,
Road Safety Barrier, Roadside Amenities and Traffic Signage.
Qualification brochure
Training Plan
National Certificate in Civil Construction Works -
Forestry Earthworks Level 3
You will gain the skills required to operate civil machinery
in a forestry environment. You will learn about constructing
earthworks, including roads and pipe culvert structures, and
using at least one major and several smaller items of civil
machinery.
Training Plan
National Certificate in Civil Plant Operation
Level 3*
You will gain the skills and knowledge to operate plant and
equipment in the civil construction industry.
The qualification covers core skills in plant and equipment
inspection, locating and identifying services, communication
on civil construction sites, knowledge of quality assurance
requirements, health, safety & environment, first aid and
traffic management.
In addition there is a choice of four strands in Culverts
and Drainage Systems, Earthworks, Road Construction and Road
Maintenance.
Qualification brochure
Training Plan
National Certificate in Civil Plant Operation (Bulk
Earthmoving) Level 3
You will gain skills and knowledge in processes, materials,
quality control, work safety and the legal requirements of
bulk earthmoving. An elective section covers civil works and
services, first aid, driving and the operation of at least
three types of civil plant used in bulk earthmoving.
Training Plan
National Certificate in Civil Construction
Supervision Level 4*
You will gain the knowledge and skills required for
supervising one or more civil construction sites, in the
roles of either foreperson (single site) or supervisor
(multi-site).
The qualification covers the core skills and knowledge to
coordinate civil construction subcontractors; organise the
supply and storage of materials; prepare and maintain
records; plan and supervise site drainage and dewatering
work; set out levels and positions; liaise with client,
consultant, and service authority on behalf of civil
construction contractor; understand quality assurance
requirements; inspect civil construction plant and
equipment.
Two elective sections cover Earthworks, Civil Plant
Management, Road Construction and Roading Maintenance; and
Health, Safety & Environment, First aid and Temporary
Traffic Management.
Qualification brochure
Training Plan
National Certificate in Civil Plant Management
Level 4
You will gain the skills required to manage plant, equipment
and vehicles in the civil construction industry. You will
learn about the utilisation of civil construction plant and
equipment and be able to prepare maintenance, replacement
and costing information.
Training Plan
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