SUBJECT LEVY: $280 per student per year for Years 11 & 12

Pre-requisite

It is recommended that students have successfully completed Year 10 Wood Technology.

Overview

The Building and Construction Skills subject focuses on the underpinning industry practices and construction processes required to create, maintain and repair the built environment. It provides a unique opportunity for students to experience the challenge and personal satisfaction of undertaking practical work while developing beneficial vocational and life skills. The subject includes two core topics — ‘Industry practices’ and ‘Construction processes’. Students explore the knowledge, understanding and skills of the core topics through selected industry-based electives in response to local needs, available resources and teacher expertise.

Future Pathways

A course of study in Building and Construction Skills can establish a basis for further education and employment in civil, residential or commercial building and construction fields. These include roles such as bricklayer, plasterer, concreter, painter and decorator, carpenter, joiner, roof tiler, plumber, steel fixer, landscaper and electrician.

Course Structure

Further information regarding the Building & Construction Syllabus can be found HERE.