Hunter/Central Coast Region
Scone High School
VET/TAFE
Prospectus
2010
Version3– 3/08/2009
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
TABLE OF CONTENTS
 VET INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (ICF) COURSES AND THE HSC
 INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS
o Entertainment – (Training Package CUE03)
o Hospitality – (Training Package THH02)
o Information Technology – (Training Package ICA05)
o Metal and Engineering – (Training Package MEM05)
o Primary Industries - Rural Production (Training Package – RTE03)
o Retail – (Training Package WRR02)
 SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS AND APPRENTICESHIPS (SBAT)
 TAFE DELIVERED VET (TVET)
Industry Curriculum Frameworks
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Business Services – (Training Package BSB01)
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Construction – (Training Package BCG03)
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Electro- technology
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Automotive
Non Framework Courses
- Animal Care and Horse Industry
- Hairdressing
- Children’s Services.
NB: Not all TVET courses are described in this book. For a complete list of courses
available visit WWW.HUNTER.TAFENSW.EDU.AU/TVETHUNTER/COURSES.HTM#BDC
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
VET INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (ICF)
COURSES AND THE HSC
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VET mean?
VET means Vocational Education and Training. VET courses are Higher School Certificate
(HSC) courses for senior students which allow the student to gain an HSC and an AQF
credential at the same time, school, TAFE and other private providers deliver VET
courses.
What is the difference between VET courses and other HSC courses?
 In some VET courses work placement is compulsory such as in Business Services,
Construction, Entertainment, Hospitality, Information Technology, Metal and
Engineering, Primary Industries, Retail and Electrotechnology.
 VET courses can deliver dual accreditation, meaning a VET course can give an
Australian Qualification Framework (AQF), Vocational Education and Training
Accreditation Board (VETAB) and/or a Technical and Further Education (TAFE)
qualification in addition to units of study counting towards the HSC.
 Learning and assessment focuses on skills and is competency based.
What is reported on the HSC?
All VET courses are recorded on the HSC. As well as an HSC, students receive either an
Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) credential or a Statement of Attainment towards
an AQF credential with a transcript of the units of competency achieved. Units of
competencies are reported on eBOS VCS.
What are competencies?
A student is assessed for competency against standards set by industry for skill
performance. Being assessed as competent means a student has reached a pre-defined
minimum level of work performance in an industry skill area.
Do VET courses count towards the University Admissions Index (UAI)?
VET courses can be included in the HSC pattern of study. All VET ICF courses (Board
Courses) as well as Accounting (Board Developed Course) are Category B. Only one
Category B course can be used in the calculation of the UAI. In order for a VET course to
count towards a UAI, a student must study a 240 hour course over two years and must sit
a written exam for the HSC.
What is the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF)?
The AQTF broadly refers to national principles, standards for delivery and qualifications in
VET. VET is delivered by Registered Training Organisations. Hunter/Central Coast Region
(RTO 90222) is currently delivering Vocational Education and Training in 47 schools in the
Region.
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
What is delivered in VET?
Various industry areas have developed training packages with relevant units of
competency, assessment guidelines and AQF qualifications. Some have been packaged
into HSC courses – the Industry Curriculum Framework (ICF) courses, and other Board
Endorsed Courses (BEC) e.g. Music Industry, Multimedia, Sport (Coaching).
What are Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) qualifications?
VET qualifications are expressed as AQF levels. They are ecognized Australia wide.
Students may gain an AQF credential at either level I or II and in some instances either
part or all of level III depending on the VET course they study and the units of competency
they achieve.
What are Industry Curriculum Frameworks?
The new national approach to VET (including the AQTF, AQF and training packages) has
been packaged into courses as units of study for the Higher School Certificate. A student
may do a 120-hour course, 180-hour course or 240-hour course, and may elect to do a 60
or 120-hour extension course. For packaging of units for the HSC see your Careers
Adviser.
Extension Courses (Specialisation Courses)
Extension courses are 1 unit or 2 unit extensions to the 240 hour (2 unit x two years)
course. Extension courses build upon the normal ICF course and deliver more training
towards AQF levels. These do not count towards the UAI but do count towards the HSC.
Why is work placement compulsory in ICF courses?
Industry says workplace learning greatly enhances classroom training. Work placement
takes about one third of course time, e.g. in a 240-hour course 70 hours is work placement
(usually done as a one-week block). Part-time work may be used to claim credit. Extension
courses also have work placement attached.
Who delivers VET to students?
Registered Training Organisations (RTO) have VET accredited teachers delivering and
assessing VET.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to seek recognition of their skills and
knowledge gained prior to beginning a VET course as a result of formal training, work
experience, life experience and part-time work. The relevant VET coordinator at your
school holds application forms. In addition, these forms are in the student and staff
handbooks issued each year and on the Hunter Central Coast DET website:
https://detwww.det.nsw.edu.au/regions/hunter_ccoast/teachlearn/vetschtowork/index.htm
Study in a VET ICF course may give a student access to the HSC, and
AQF credential, workplace learning and a UAI.
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY
(TRAINING PACKAGE CUE03)
WHY STUDY ENTERTAINMENT?
Entertainment Industry offers training opportunities to people who are interested in
anything to do with performance and events, dance and drama, lighting and sound,
staging and set design and dealing with patrons and professionals.
THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY COVERS A WIDE RANGE OF AREAS INCLUDING:
Front of house, set and props manufacture, lighting and sounds operations, audiovisual,
costume, makeup, scenic art, staging and stage management. Employment projections for
the entertainment industry vary significantly across different occupational groups, with
growth expected in areas such as media producers, artistic and stage directors, media
presenters and performing arts support workers.
NB: the course offered at Scone High School is Certificate III in Live Production,
Theatre & Events (Technical Operations (CUE 30203)
SOME OF THE AREAS YOU CAN AIM TO WORK IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY ARE:
Usher, sales and/or merchandising assistant, box office assistant or manager, front of
house administrator, lighting technician, sound technician, dresser or costume assistant,
make up artist, costume maker, scenic artist, mechanist, cinema projectionist, set maker,
props designer, designer, technical supervisor in any field, stage manager, assistant stage
manager, human resource manager, marketing and promotions specialist, general
manager, operations manager, event coordinator or manager, tour manager, programming
manager.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO WORK PLACEMENT
Students must complete work placement of up to 70 hours depending on the length of the
course selected.
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is based on units of competency, which have been developed by the
entertainment industries to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by
workers in these industries. The course consists of nine core units of competency and
elective units.
Unit code
Unit title
BSBCMN203A
Communicate in the workplace
CUEAUD06A
Apply a general knowledge of vision systems to work activities
CUECOR01B
Manage own work and learning
CUECOR02B
Work with others
CUECOR03A
Provide quality service to customers
CUECOR04A
Deal with conflict and resolve complaints
CUEIND01B
Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge
CUELGT09A
Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities
CUESOU07A
Apply a general knowledge of audio to work activities
CUESTA05A
Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities
CUFSAF01B
Follow health, safety and security procedures
CUSGEN02B
Work in a culturally diverse environment
THHGHS03B
Provide first aid
CUETGE05B
Maintain physical production elements
CUETGE15A
Handle physical elements safely during bump in/bump out
CUFBRD01A
Communicate using a two way system
MEM18.1AB
Use hand tools
CUESTA02B
Operate staging elements
External Assessment – HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Entertainment (240 hour) will involve a
written examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended
response items. The questions will be drawn from the core units of competency. The
examination is independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during the
course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 Statement of Attainment towards or achievement of Certificate II in Live Production,
Theatre & Events (CUE 20103)
 Statement of Attainment towards or achievement of Certificate III in Live Production,
Theatre & Events (Construction & Manufacturing) (CUE 30103)
 Statement of Attainment towards or achievement of Certificate III in Live Production,
Theatre & Events (Technical Operations (CUE 30203)
 Statement of Attainment towards or achievement of Certificate III in Venues & Events
(Customer Service) (CUE 30303).
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
School Based Traineeships are available in the Entertainment Curriculum Framework. You
can complete a traineeship while you are at school doing your HSC. Your School Based
Traineeship course will count for your HSC as well as towards a traineeship Certificate of
Proficiency. This means double credit. A School Based Traineeship prepares you for a
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
career in a particular industry as well as providing you with a training wage while you learn
skills on-the-job and you do some further training off-the-job at school, TAFE NSW or
private training provider.
A school based traineeship will gain qualifications in Certificate II in Entertainment and a
Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Entertainment. For more information on
school based School Based Traineeships see your school Careers Adviser or school VET
Coordinator.
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/syllabus2000_liste.html#earthe
nviroscience
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
HOSPITALITY (TRAINING PACKAGE THH02)
WHY STUDY HOSPITALITY?
If you are interested in working with people then this course is for you. The hospitality
industry is continuing to grow and to employ even larger numbers of people. It focuses on
providing customer service and communicating with customers and colleagues from
diverse backgrounds. The study of Hospitality Curriculum Framework courses can lead to
a variety of career opportunities across a range of industries. Workplaces for which
hospitality competencies are required include hotels, clubs, restaurants, community food
service organisations, catering organisations and resorts.
WORKING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INVOLVES:
 Accommodation Services – providing house keeping and front office services in hotels,
motels, resorts and other hospitality establishments.
 Food & Beverage – developing menus, managing resources, preparing, cooking and
serving a range of dishes, providing food and beverage service.
 Teamwork – supporting and working with colleagues and staff to meet goals and
provide a high level of customer service.
 Managing – planning and organising events and managing services.
Studying hospitality as part of your HSC could be the right choice if some of these
activities interest you.
SOME OF THE OCCUPATIONS YOU CAN AIM FOR IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY ARE:
Bar assistant, bar manager, chef, conference manager, events coordinator, food and
beverage manager, housekeeper, public relations manager, publicity and sales manager,
reservations clerk, front office receptionist, guest service coordinator, hotel/motel manager,
restaurateur, sales officer, waiter and owner and/or manager of a small business.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO WORK PLACEMENT
Students must complete mandatory work placement. The work placement requirement is
linked to course hours, for example 70 hours is required for the 240 hour course. If the
student undertakes an extension course, additional work placement of up to 35 hours is
required.
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the
Hospitality industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by
workers in these industries. The course incorporates core units of competency plus units
from various functional areas such as Kitchen Attending, Commercial Cookery,
Commercial Catering, Food and Beverage, Front Office, Housekeeping, Sales and Office
Operations.
Competencies Covered
Unit Code
THHCOR01B
THHCOR02B
THHCOR03B
THHGHS01B
THHGHS02B
THHGGA01B
THHGGA06B
THHHCO01B
THHBKA01B
THHBKA02B
THHBCC01B
THHBCC11B
THHBCC00B
THHBCC02B
THHBCC03B
Unit Title
Work with colleagues and customers
Work in a socially diverse environment
Follow health, safety and security procedures
Follow workplace hygiene procedures
Clean premises and equipment
Communicate on the telephone
Receive and store stock
Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge
Organise and prepare food
Present food
Use basic methods of cookery
Implement food safety procedures
Prepare sandwiches
Prepare appetisers and salads
Prepare stock, sauces and soups
External Assessment – Optional HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for the hospitality (240 hour) course will involve
a written examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended
response items, drawn from the core units of competency. The examination is independent
of the competency based assessment undertaken during the course and has no impact on
the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 Certificate I in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) (THH11102)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate I
 Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) – (THH22002)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II
 Certificate I in Hospitality (Operations) – (THH11002)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate I
 Certificate II in Hospitality (Operations) – (THH21802)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
School Based Traineeships are available in the Hospitality Curriculum Framework. You
can complete a School Based Traineeship while you are at school doing your HSC. Your
School Based Traineeship course will count for your HSC as well as towards a traineeship
Certificate of Proficiency. This means double credit. A School Based Traineeship prepares
you for a career in a particular industry as well as providing you with a training wage while
you learn skills on-the-job and do some further training off-the-job at school, TAFE NSW or
private training provider. Students completing a school based traineeship will gain
qualifications in Certificate II in Hospitality (Operations) or Certificate II Hospitality (Kitchen
Operations) (120 hours extension as TVET course). For more information on School
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DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
Based Traineeships see your school Careers Adviser, school VET Coordinator or School
Based Traineeship coordinator.
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/syllabus2000_listh.html#hindic
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(TRAINING PACKAGE ICA05)
WHY STUDY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY?
Latest employment figures in Australia show that there is an undersupply of computer
professionals. Computers are in all industries and so are computer jobs! Skills gained in an
IT course could lead to a career in designing web pages, maintaining and repair computer
systems, software and games, creating programs, spreadsheets and databases,
networking computers, finding solutions to technical and software problems.
WORKING IN THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY INVOLVES:
 Designing – advertisements, web pages, programs, systems, software and games.
 Networking – computers and the world through the Internet.
 Supporting – computer users, software and networks in any industry.
 Communicating – with clients, staff, management, suppliers and government
departments, working in a team.
 Finding Solutions – to technical and software problems to satisfy industry and client
needs.
 Managing – information, people and events.
Studying Information Technology as part of your HSC could be the right choice if
some of these activities interest you.
SOME OF THE OCCUPATIONS YOU CAN AIM FOR IN THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY ARE:
CD developer, computer operator, desktop publisher, electronics engineer, help desk
officer, Internet specialist, IT consultant, IT marketing manager, IT project manager,
multimedia developer, network administrator, programmer, service technician, software
developer, systems engineer, systems analyst, teacher/trainer, technical support officer,
web designer, web production manager and manager and/or owner of a small business.
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the
information technology industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge
required by workers who use information technology.
Students concentrate on developing a range of skills required to prepare them to work
effectively in an environment where information technology is used. These include oral and
written communication skills, teamwork skills, efficient use of a range of software
application packages, essential hardware management and occupational health and safety
competencies.
Competencies Covered
Competency
BSBCMN106A
ICAU1128A
ICAD2012A
ICAU2005A
ICAU2006A
ICAU2013A
ICAU2231A
ICAW2001A
ICAW2002A
ICAD3218A
ICAI3020A
ICAS3031A
ICAS3234A
ICAT3025A
ICAU3004A
ICAB4169A
Follow workplace safety procedures * §
Operate a personal computer *
Design organisational documents using
computing packages *
Operate computer hardware *
Operate computing packages *
Integrate commercial computing packages *
Use computer operating system *
Work effectively in an IT environment *
Communicate in the workplace *
Create user documentation
Install and optimise operating system software
Provide advice to clients
Care for computer hardware
Run standard diagnostic tests
Apply occupational health and safety
procedures
Use development software and IT tools to build a
basic website
Pre Requisite
–
–
ICAU1128A #
ICAU1128A #
–
ICAU1128A #
ICAU1128A #
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
COURSE REQUIREMENTS REGARDING WORK PLACEMENT
Students must complete work placement of up to 70 hours depending on the length of the
course selected.
External Assessment – Optional HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Information Technology Support (240 hours)
will involve a written examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and
extended response items. The questions will be drawn from the core units of competency.
The examination is independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during
the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 Certificate I in Information Technology (ICA10105)
 Certificate II in Information Technology (ICA20105)
 Certificate III in Information Technology (ICA30105)
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
School Based Traineeships are available in the Information Technology Curriculum
Framework. You can complete a School Based Traineeship while you are at school doing
your HSC. Your traineeship course will count for your HSC as well as towards a
Traineeship Certificate of Proficiency. This means double credit. A School Based
Traineeship prepares you for a career in a particular industry as well as providing you with
a training wage while you learn skills on-the-job and do some further training off-the-job at
school, TAFE NSW or private training provider.
Students completing a school based traineeship will gain qualifications in Certificate II in
Information Technology. For more information on School Based Traineeships see your
school Careers Adviser or school VET Coordinator.
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/syllabus2000_listi.html#indone
sianbs
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
METAL AND ENGINEERING
(TRAINING PACKAGE MEM05)
WHY STUDY METAL AND ENGINEERING?
The manufacturing, engineering and related service industries include a wide range of
industry sectors. The major industry activities and sectors are metal fabrication, metal
manufacturing, aero skills, metal machining, transport equipment manufacturing, electrical
equipment and appliance manufacturing and industrial machinery and equipment
manufacturing. These industries are the largest provider of full-time employment within
NSW and employ approximately 170,000 people throughout the industries, 90% of these
being full-time positions. In some areas career paths are converging with those in
computer programming and most occupations within the industry have been subject to
significant change within the last decade. This trend is likely to continue.
WORKING IN THE METAL AND ENGINEERING INDUSTRY INVOLVES:
 Machining – constructing, assembling, installing, modifying, repairing and maintaining
machines.
 Production – assembling, making parts, equipment, machines, instruments and tools.
 Designing – machinery, parts, computer hardware and electronic circuits, using 3D
graphics and drafting skills.
 Managing – organising, arranging and dealing with clients and staff, overseeing quotas
and information, leading projects.
Studying Metal and Engineering as part of your HSC could be the right choice if
some of these activities interest you.
SOME OF THE OCCUPATIONS YOU CAN AIM FOR IN THE METAL AND ENGINEERING INDUSTRY ARE:
Boilermaker, electrician, engineering draftsperson, engraver, engineer (automotive,
fabrications, production, plastics, marine, mechanical), fitter, instrument maker, jeweler, lift
mechanic, locksmith, machinist, maintenance fitter, plumber, printer, refrigeration and air
conditioning mechanic, robotics specialist, sheet metal worker, structural steel and welding
supervisor, toolmaker, watch and clock maker and repairer and manager/owner of a small
business.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the metal,
engineering and related service industries to describe the competencies, skills and
knowledge required by workers in these industries. This course incorporates core units
plus a range of units from various functional streams and pathways:
 Production stream
 Electrical/Electronic stream
 Fabrication stream
 Drafting, Drawing and Design pathway
 Mechanical stream
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90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
Unit code
Unit title
N/A
Manufacturing, engineering and related services industries induction
MEM09002B
MEM12023A
MEM12024A
MEM13014A
MEM14004A
MEM15002A
MEM15024A
MEM16007A
MEM18001C
MEM18002B
MEM03003B
MEM05005B
MEM05006B
MEM05012C
MEM05050B
MEM05052A
MEM12006B
Interpret technical drawing
Perform engineering measurements
Perform computations
Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment 1
Plan to undertake a routine task
Apply quality systems
Apply quality procedures
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment
Use hand tools
Use power tools/hand held operations
Perform sheet and plate assembly
Carry out mechanical cutting
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
Perform routine manual metal arc welding
Perform routine gas metal arc welding
Apply safe welding practices
Mark off/out (general engineering)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO WORK PLACEMENT
Students must complete work placement of up to 76 hours depending on the length of the
course selected, in a manufacturing, engineering or related service industry workplace.
1
Learning experiences for the HSC for this unit of competency must be undertaken prior to work placement.
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book. Competency based assessment determines the
vocational qualification that a student will receive.
External Assessment – Optional HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Metal and Engineering (240 hour) will
involve a written examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and
extended response items. The questions will be drawn from the core units of competency.
The examination is independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during
the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POSSIBLE QUALIFICATIONS
 Certificate I in Engineering (MEM10105)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate I in Engineering (MEM10105)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Engineering (MEM20105)
AQF VET qualifications
To receive AQF VET qualifications, students must meet the assessment requirements of
the Metal and Engineering Training Package (MEM05). A qualified assessor must conduct
the assessment.
This information was correct at time of printing (May 07). Please refer to the Board of
Studies NSW website for current information regarding this course.
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
School Based Traineeships are available in the Metal and Engineering Curriculum
Framework. You can complete a School Based Traineeship while you are at school doing
your HSC. Your traineeship course will count for your HSC as well as towards a
traineeship Certificate of Proficiency. This means double credit. A School Based
Traineeship prepares you for a career in a particular industry as well as providing you with
a training wage while you learn skills on-the-job and do some further training off-the-job at
school, TAFE NSW or private training provider. Students completing a traineeship or
PWCS scholarship holders will gain the Certificate II in Engineering (Production)
qualification. For more information on School Based Traineeships see your school Careers
Adviser or school VET Coordinator.
SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIPS
School Based Apprenticeships are now available in Metal and Engineering Curriculum
Framework. See your Careers Adviser for more information.
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
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INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
PRIMARY INDUSTRIES
Rural Production Training Package – RTE03
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is for students who wish to work in the agricultural, horticultural or veterinary
nursing industries.
The course will be based on units of competency, which have been developed by the rural
production, horticulture, and other primary industries to describe the competencies, skills
and knowledge required by workers in the industry.
COMPETENCIES COVERED
Unit code
Unit title
RTC2209A
Install, maintain and repair fencing
RTC2401A
Treat weeds
RTC2701A
Follow OHS Procedures
RTC2702A
Observe environmental work practices
RTC2704A
Provide basic first aid
RTC2705A
Work effectively in the industry
RTC2706A
Apply chemicals under supervision
RTC2801A
Participate in workplace communications
RTE2503A
Observe and report on weather
RTC2307A
Operate machinery and equipment
RTC2309A
Operate tractors
RTE2201A
Carry out basic electric fencing operations
RTE2308A
Operate ride-on vehicles
RTE2118A
Handle livestock using basic techniques
RTE2144A
Carry out regular livestock observation
RTE3133A
Prepare livestock for competition
RTE2010A
Establish horticultural crops
RTE2011A
Assist agricultural crop establishment
RTE2021A
Support horticultural crop harvesting
WORKING IN THE PRIMARY INDUSTRIES INVOLVES:
 Dealing with and caring for animals.
 Breeding and growing livestock (dairy, beef, sheep, goats, pigs, chickens) crops and
grains.
 Maintaining and using equipment such as tractors, harvesters, bailers and ploughs.
 Overseeing and managing farming operations.
 Developing and producing new products and technologies.
 Developing and implementing sustainable land management.
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MAIN TOPICS COVERED
In addition to the units of competency included in the Primary Industries (120 hours)
course, students may select units of competency leading to a general agriculture
qualification or they may specialise by selecting units from a specific industry sector.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Work placement – students must complete a minimum of 70 hours work placement.
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
External Assessment – HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Primary Industries (240 hours) will involve a
written examination consisting of multiple-choice items, short answer questions and
extended response items and a project submitted to the Board of Studies.
The questions in the examination will be drawn from the units of competency and the HSC
Requirements and Advice from the Primary Industries (240 hours) course.
The examination is independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during
the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive QAF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATION
Statement of Attainment towards or achievement of the following qualifications:
Certificate I in Rural Operations (RTE10103)
Certificate II in Rural Operations (RTE20703)
Certificate II in Agriculture (RTE20103)
Certificate I in Horticulture (RTF10103)
Certificate II in Horticulture (RTF20103)
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
School Based Traineeships are available in the Primary Industries Curriculum Framework.
You can complete a School Based Traineeship while you are at school doing your HSC.
Your traineeship course will count for your HSC as well as towards a traineeship
Certificate of Proficiency. This means double credit. A School Based Traineeship prepares
you for a career in a particular industry as well as providing you with a training wage while
you learn skills on-the-job and do some further training off-the-job at school, TAFE NSW or
private training provider. For more information on School Based Traineeships see your
school Careers Adviser or school VET Coordinator.
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INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
RETAIL
(TRAINING PACKAGE WRR02)
WHY STUDY RETAIL?
Did you know that 60% of all employed people got their first job in retail? Retail can set
you on a career path that leads all the way to Chief Executive Officer. You can gain skills
in customer service, designing and creating displays, sales and marketing or purchasing
and managing stock.
WORKING IN THE RETAIL INDUSTRY INVOLVES:
 Customer service – selling to and communicating with clients, staff and management.
 Stock control – purchasing, organising, distributing and managing.
 Teamwork – supporting staff and management to meet sales and project targets.
 Designing and creating – displays, presentations and sales campaigns.
 Technology – using cash registers, scanners, computers, telephones.
Studying Retail as part of your HSC could be the right choice if some of these
activities interest you.
SOME OF THE OCCUPATIONS YOU CAN AIM FOR IN THE RETAIL INDUSTRY ARE:
Buyer, check-out operation assistant, customer service assistant, department manager,
floor manager, human resource manager, marketing manager, merchandiser, payroll clerk,
sales manager, sales person, shop assistant, small business owner and/or manager, stock
controller, visual merchandiser, manager and/or owner of a small business.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is for students who wish to work in the retail industry, either as a long-term
career or in part-time or temporary retail jobs. It is based on units of competency which
have been drawn up by the retail industry to describe the competencies, skills and
knowledge needed by workers in this industry.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Work placement. You will have to complete work place training as part of your course. The
time you spend in the work place depends on what course you do. Generally students
studying the course over Years 11 and 12 can expect to complete 70 hours of work
placement, with extra requirements for extension courses undertaken.
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
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Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
External Assessment – Optional HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Retail Operations will involve a written
examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended response
items. The questions will be drawn from the core units of competency. The examination is
independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during the course and has
no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 Certificate I in Retail Operations – (WRR10102)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate I
 Certificate II in Retail Operations – (WRR20102)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II
 Articulation into Certificate III and IV and a Diploma in Retail Management
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
School Based Traineeships are available in the Retail Curriculum Framework. You can
complete a School Based Traineeship while you are at school doing your HSC. Your
traineeship course will count for your HSC as well as towards a traineeship Certificate of
Proficiency. This means double credit. A School Based Traineeship prepares you for a
career in a particular industry as well as providing you with a training wage while you learn
skills on-the-job and do some further training off-the-job at school, TAFE NSW or private
training provider. Students completing a School Based Traineeship will gain the Certificate
II in Retail Operations qualification.
The Department of Education and Training have developed partnerships with large
corporate organisations to offer School Based Traineeships to secondary students in
NSW; these include McDonald’s, Big W, Coles, KFC and Toyota (Sales-Replacement
Parts & Accessories) in Retail Operations. These organisations promote to and recruit
students in Year 10 who are commencing senior studies in the following year. Other retail
businesses may also offer School Based Traineeships. For more information see your
school Careers Adviser, school VET Coordinator or Traineeship Coordinator.
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/syllabus2000_listr.html#retailcf
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WORK PLACEMENT COORDINATORS
Work Placement is managed by Local Community Partnerships (LCP).
Hunter Valley Youth Express
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS
What is a Traineeship?
The key features of a Traineeship in NSW are as follows:
Traineeships are work based training programs that combine work and
structured training.
Traineeships are recognised and administered in NSW under the
Apprenticeship and Traineeship legislation.
All Traineeships include the following:
 Paid employment
 Training Contract signed and registered by DET NSW
 Training Plan from the RTO leading to a national qualification.
What is a School Based Trainee?
A School Based Trainee is a student undertaking the Higher School Certificate (HSC) who
also undertakes a traineeship. The formal training component of this Traineeship provides
HSC unit credit.
The actual time spent at school, TAFE and work will be negotiated between the Employer,
the Student and the School.
 Trainees are required to complete a minimum of 100 days of work throughout Years
11and 12.
 This minimum applies if the traineeships are in Engineering, Automotive or Hospitality.
 144days in Construction and 180 days in Electrotechnology or Plumbing
 These hours must be completed within 24 months.
This can be 3-31/2 days at school, 4-8 hrs at TAFE and one day per week in the
workplace plus half of all holiday periods or this may by completed in blocks during school
and holiday periods.
What are the benefits for a School Based Trainee?
 A traineeship combines work, school and training and they earn while they learn.
 Traineeship qualifications are nationally recognised which contributes to the HSC.
 At the conclusion of the Traineeship students will have a HSC, a Certificate of
Proficiency and a nationally recognised TAFE qualification either Cert II or III and the
opportunity to secure an apprenticeship with an employer in their chosen trade. At the
conclusion of the School Based Traineeship employers may offer further training and
employment opportunities to Trainees who excel.
What are School Based Trainees Paid?
Trainees are paid under an appropriate industrial arrangement. The national Training
Award has been varied to provide for school based trainees. Wages and conditions vary
between awards and agreements.
Can a School Based Trainee receive a UAI?
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This depends upon the traineeship selected and the course of study and subjects chosen
at school.
Some traineeships such as Engineering, Hospitality and Business, a UAI is possible.
For others such as Aged Care and Automotive Traineeships a UAI is not likely/possible.
If a School Based Trainee chooses not to achieve a UAI can they gain entry to
University later?
A student may follow various pathways to university including a post HSC entry, a post
TAFE qualification entry (also providing advanced standing or credit transfer) or mature
aged entry. See link below for examples.
http://www.tafensw.edu.au/tafeunicredit/casestudies/index.htm
What happens if the School Based Trainee misses classes at School?
Students must ensure they communicate regularly with their school VET coordinator and
teachers and discuss with staff strategies for managing any missed work. Each school will
support the trainee flexibly to provide access to all subject materials and mentoring
support as required.
How does the School Based Trainee travel to the workplace and TAFE?
Students are required to ensure they can make their own way to both the workplace and
TAFE (if required).
How are School Based Trainees selected?
By competitive application, (involving an industry representative), interview with potential
employer and a trial work experience in Term 3 or 4 of Year 10.
How to apply to become a School Based Trainee?
Speak to your School careers advisor or Local Community Partnership. Make sure you
discuss this with your school careers advisor immediately as this may affect your choice of
subjects for Years 11 and 12
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SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIPS
What is an Apprenticeship?
The key features of an apprenticeship in NSW are as follows:
Apprenticeships are work based training programs that combine work and
structured training.
Apprenticeships are recognised and administered in NSW under the
Traineeship and Apprenticeship legislation.
All Apprenticeships include the following
 Paid employment
 Training Contract signed and registered by DET NSW
 Training Plan from the RTO leading to a national qualification
What is a School Based Apprentice?
A School Based Apprentice is a student undertaking the Higher School Certificate (HSC)
who also undertakes a part time apprenticeship for two years then converts to a fulltime
apprenticeship for the remaining three years.
The formal training component of this Apprenticeship provides HSC unit credit.
The actual time spent at school, TAFE and work will be negotiated between the Employer,
the Student and the School.
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SBA are required to complete a minimum of 100 days of work throughout Years 11
and 12
This minimum applies if the SBA’s are in Engineering, Automotive or Hospitality.
144 days in Construction and 180 days in Electrotechnology or Plumbing
These days may be negotiated to commence prior to Year 11 and extend to December
31 immediately following the HSC examinations.
This maybe 3 - 3 ½ days at school, one day at TAFE and one day per week in the
workplace plus additional periods during holiday periods if required to complete on the job
hours. Many SBA require block work placement and may be required to be completed in
holiday and school block periods.
What are the benefits for a School Based Apprentice?
 An apprenticeship combines work, school and training.
 The apprentice earns while they learn.
 Apprenticeship qualifications are nationally recognised.
 The training contributes to the HSC.
 At the conclusion of Year 12 the students will have a HSC, part completion of a
nationally recognised TAFE qualification (Cert III) and the opportunity to complete the
apprenticeship.
What are the benefits for an organisation?
Allows employers to:
 participate in the training of your industries future workforce.
 develop possible HR strategies for future workforce planning needs.
 provide a vital contribution to economic, social and corporate needs of the region.
 demonstrate best practice in training practices in an industry area.
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How does this differ from a Traineeship?
 If available in NSW, students undertaking a NSW School Based Apprenticeship would
exit having completed Stage One of the apprenticeship, they do not achieve a Cert II
Qualification. They will be enrolled in the Cert III Trade course.
 The student gets an early start completing an apprenticeship by being a school based
apprentice.
What incentives are there from government?
As per relevant federal or state incentive schemes
How are the students selected?
By competitive application process, (involving an industry representative), interview with
potential employer and a trial work experience in the last trimester of each year.
Students may locate an employer and be directly appointed if the employer agrees to
employ the student as a SBA.
Apprenticeships insurance and indemnities?
All insurance requirements for employers are the same as for mainstream apprentices.
How to apply to become a School Based Apprentice?
Speak to your school careers advisor or Local Community Partnership.
Make sure you discuss this with your school careers advisor immediately as this may
affect your choice of subjects for Years 11 and 1
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TAFE DELIVERED VET (TVET)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS TAFE DELIVERED VET?
Courses for the HSC delivered at TAFE campuses that provide vocational training in
preparation for post-school employment or further training.
HOW ARE TVET COURSES DELIVERED?
The majority of courses are 2 units x one year in either Year 11 or Year 12. Subject to
student demand some courses can be done as 2 unit x one year in Year 11 followed by
another 2 unit x one year in Year 12. Some can be 2 unit x two year (e.g. Accounting). A
student could do one (or more) 2 unit course in Year 11 and an entirely different 2 unit
course in Year 12.
TVET is generally taught at TAFE in blocks of about four hours on the afternoon of one
school day per week.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE GAINED?
TVET courses are recorded on the HSC. Students also receive recognition from TAFE –
from a Transcript of Academic Record for the units of competency completed up to a full
AQF/TAFE Certificate.
DO TVET COURSES COUNT FOR THE UAI?
If studied as a 2 unit x two year course some do (ICFs and Accounting). See your Careers
Adviser to plan your HSC.
WHAT COURSES CAN BE DONE AS TVET?
There are well over a hundred different courses available subject to student demand and
TAFE facilities. The handbook entitled “TAFE Delivered Vocational HSC Courses for
Schools” lists courses that can be done at TVET. Included in this prospectus in a list of
TAFE courses available for students in the Muswellbrook / Scone Campuses
See TAFE website www.hunter.tafensw.edu.au/tvet
IS THERE A WORK PLACEMENT FOR TVET?
Work placement is compulsory in the Industry Curriculum Framework courses only.
WHAT ABOUT TRAVEL COSTS?
Students generally arrange their own transport if approved by school. Students pay their
own travel costs. Scone High School will provide a bus for students going to TAFE on a
Thursday afternoon. The cost of the bus will be advised early next year.
HOW DOES A STUDENT APPLY FOR TVET?
Students nominate courses in the year prior to the class starting. Students should note that
application closing dates are strictly adhered to. Students should obtain an application
form from Mr Westbury.
Detailed information is available on the TVET web site
www.hunter.tafensw.edu.au/tvet
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INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
BUSINESS SERVICES (TRAINING PACKAGE BSB01)
WHY STUDY BUSINESS SERVICES?
The business services industry provides clerical and administrative support to commerce,
industry, government and the professions. Skills gained in this industry transfer to other
occupations. The administrative workforce is one of the largest cross-industry occupational
groups in Australia.
WORKING IN THE BUSINESS SERVICES INDUSTRY INVOLVES:
 Customer service – communicating with clients, staff and management to pass on
information and documentation.
 Information handling – organising information and records in both paper and electronic
forms.
 Teamwork – supporting sections, teams, staff and management to meet deadlines and
targets.
 Using technologies – using computers, photocopiers, printers, scanners, fax machines
and modems.
 Creating documents – designing and writing letters, reports, brochures, fliers and
memos and creating and using spreadsheets and databases.
Studying Business Services as part of your HSC could be the right choice if some of
these activities interest you.
SOME OF THE OCCUPATIONS YOU CAN AIM FOR IN THE BUSINESS SERVICES INDUSTRY ARE:
human resource manager, library assistant, marketing officer, office manager, payroll
clerk/officer, personal assistant, personnel clerk, project manager, receptionist, records
clerk/manager, recruitment consultant, sales clerk, sales officer, secretary.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the national
Business Services industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required
by workers in these industries. Qualifications available to students in the Business
Services Curriculum Framework comprise units of competency drawn from the following
skill areas; information technology, communication, technology and finance.
COURSE REQUIREMENT RELATING TO WORK PLACEMENT
Students must complete work placement of up to 70 hours depending on the length of the
course selected.
ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
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Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
External Based Assessment – Optional HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Business Services (240 hour) will involve a
written examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended
response items. The questions will be drawn from the core units of competency.
The examination is independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during
the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 Certificate II in Business – BSB20101
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Business Services
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
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INDUSTRY CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
CONSTRUCTION (TRAINING PACKAGE BCG03)
WHY STUDY CONSTRUCTION?
This is a booming industry where you can gain skills in building, modifying existing
buildings, contracting and quoting, designing and managing projects and dealing with
clients, workers and professionals.
WORKING IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY INVOLVES:
 Constructing – buildings and houses by assembling and fitting structures, excavating
and working outdoors.
 Modifying – existing buildings, homes and structures through renovations, alterations
and additions.
 Contracting – assessing materials, estimating, quoting, recruiting staff, surveying,
analysing, negotiating, organising, managing contracts.
 Designing – buildings, internal and external, large and small including rooms and
offices, roofs and grounds.
 Measuring – materials, sites, grounds, rooms, buildings and drawing plans.
 Communicating – with clients, workers, professional bodies, suppliers, consultants,
local government and other authorities.
 Managing – projects, sites, constructions, contracts, personnel and clients.
Studying Construction as part of your HSC could be the right choice if some of
these activities interest you.
SOME OF THE JOBS YOU CAN AIM FOR IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY ARE:
Building, bricklaying, carpentry, concreting, consulting, contracting, draining, estimating,
glazing, joinery, labouring, plastering, project management, quantity surveying, rigging,
roofing, shop fitting, sign writing, steel reinforcing, structural engineering, tiling and
managing and/or owning a small business.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the
construction industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by
workers in this industry. This course incorporated core units plus a range of elective units
from the General Construction sector.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO WORK PLACEMENT
You will have to complete work place training as part of your course. The time you spend
in the work place depends on what course you do. Generally students studying the course
over Years 11 and 12 can expect to complete 70 hours of work placement, with extra
requirements for extension courses undertaken. You must also undertake a mandatory
WorkCover approved general OH&S induction training program, as well as work activity
OH&S training and site-specific OH&S training before being allowed onto a work site.
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ASSESSMENT
Competency Based Assessment
This is a competency based course. This means that students work to develop the
competencies, skills and knowledge described in each unit of competency. To be
assessed as competent, a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can
effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard
required in the appropriate industry. There is no mark awarded in competency based
assessment. Students are assessed as either “competent” or “not yet competent”.
Students will be progressively assessed as “competent” or “not yet competent” in
individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency, it is signed
off by the assessor in a student log book.
Competency based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will
receive.
External Assessment – Optional HSC Examination
The Higher School Certificate examination for Construction will involve a written
examination made up of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended response
items. The questions will be drawn from the core units of competency. The examination is
independent of the competency based assessment undertaken during the course and has
no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive AQF qualifications.
POTENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Construction (120 Indicative Hours)
 Potential for Statement of Attainment towards Certificate I in Construction (BCG10103)
and;
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in General Construction (BCG20103)
Construction (240 Indicative Hours)
 Potential for completion of Certificate I in Construction (BCG10103)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in General Construction (BCG20203)
 Credit towards trade qualifications in carpentry, bricklaying, painting and decorating,
wall and floor tiling, roofing depending on units of competency achieved.
Construction Specialist Studies (60 Indicative Hours) or
Construction Specialist Studies (120 Indicative Hours)
Depending on the selection and achievement of units of competency, the possible
qualification outcomes are:
 Certificate II in General Construction (BCG20203)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying (BCG30103)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Carpentry (BCG30203)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Concreting (BCG30303)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (BCG30603)
 Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (BCG31303).
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AQF VET QUALIFICATIONS
To receive AQF VET qualifications, students must meet the assessment requirements of
the Construction (BCG03). A qualified assessor must conduct the assessment.
This information was correct at time of printing (May 07). Please refer to the Board of
Studies NSW website below for current information regarding this course.
SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIPS
School Based Apprenticeships are now available in Construction Curriculum Framework.
See your Careers Adviser for more information.
Detailed information is available on the Board of Studies web site
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/syllabus2000_listc.html#cerami
cs
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NON – FRAMEWORK COURSES
ANIMAL CARE
TAFE NSW will deliver this course.
The course is for students who are interested in working with a
range of companion animals as animal care and welfare
officers or as animal attendants.
Students will acquire skills and knowledge to:
 feed and handle animals
 maintain animal housing and equipment and perform routine daily care duties
 assist in maintaining safety in an animal holding facility
 prepare a first aid kit for the treatment of animals
 fulfill responsibilities for the welfare of sick or injured animals
 perform basic grooming procedures
 use standard record systems and apply stock control procedures
How will students be assessed?
Written tests, project work & practical tasks
Possible outcome
Statement of Competencies achieved
RUV20104 / TAFE 1040 and 1045
Pathways in TAFE NSW

Certificate II in Animal Studies
RUV20104 / TAFE 1045

Certificate III in Animal Technology
RUV30104 / TAFE 1048

Certificate III in Companion Animal Services
RUV30304 / TAFE 4289

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
RUV40404 / TAFE 1094
Unit value
Total 2 units
Eligible for UAI?
No
Workplacement
Not Mandatory
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VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
Electro – Technology
NB This is now an ICFIC course and will require 70 hours of
work placement
TAFE NSW will deliver this course.
This course is for students who are seeking basic
electrotechnology skills in servicing and maintaining computers
and electronic equipment.
Depending on the units chosen, students will:
 acquire basic skills and knowledge of electrical principles that relate to the
Electrotechnology industry
 develop skills and knowledge to carry out routine work activities in an
Electrotechnology environment
 learn to identify and select components/accessories/materials for Electrotechnology
work activities
 develop skills and knowledge to use routine equipment/plant/technologies in an
Electrotechnology environment
How will students be assessed?
Written tests, project work & practical tasks
Possible outcome
Certificate I in Electrotechnology
UTE10102 / TAFE 9203
Pathways in TAFE NSW
Certificate III and up to Advanced Diploma in
relevant industry sector depending on industry
pathway accessed
Unit value
2 Units or 4 Units
Eligible for UAI?
No
Workplacement
Mandatory
Students cannot study these courses with HSC Industrial Technology 2 unit –
Electronics Industries Focus Area
Possible outcomes and pathways are expected to change for 2008
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VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
Automotive
NB This is now an ICFIC course and will require 70
hours of work placement
TAFE NSW will deliver this course.
This course is for students seeking to gain knowledge and
skills to gain employment as a service mechanic trainee or a
motor mechanic apprentice in the automotive service and
repair industry.
Students will:
 learn safe working practices in the Automotive Retail Service and Repair Industry
 identify, select, use and maintain tools and equipment
 acquire customer relations and communication skills
 develop knowledge and skills to locate, identify and state the basic function and
operation of major systems and components in automotive vehicles. The systems
and components would include
 engines
 petrol and diesel fuel
 electrical
 suspension and steering
 exhaust
 transmission and driveline
How will students be assessed? Written tests, project work & practical
Possible outcome
Certificate I in Automotive AUR10105 / TAFE 9001
Pathways in TAFE NSW
Advanced standing in other automotive mechanical
and vehicle trades traineeships and apprenticeship
courses at Certificate II and Certificate III levels
Unit value
Total 2 Units or 4 Units
Eligible for UAI?
No
Workplacement
Not mandatory
Students cannot study both this course and Industrial Technology – Automotive
Industries.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT
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VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
Hairdressing
TAFE NSW will deliver this course.
This course is for students who want to gain employment as a
hairdressing salon assistant or hairdressing receptionist. It will
also assist you in gaining employment as a hairdressing
apprentice.
On completion of this course students will have gained 25% of the TAFE component
of a hairdressing apprenticeship.
Students will:
 gain an overview of the hairdressing industry, industrial relations, safety precautions
and basic first aid, government regulations and infection control
 gain basic knowledge and skills to perform application of some hair colouring
products and general basin duties for clients under supervision
 understand how the elements and principles of design can be adapted to hair
styling
 carry out a range of reception tasks and receive and refer client complaints
 promote and sell a range of salon services and products
How will students be assessed?
Written tests, project work & practical tasks
Possible outcome
Certificate II in Hairdressing if work experience is
completed WRH20106 / TAFE 9663
Pathways in TAFE NSW
Advanced standing in Certificate III in Hairdressing
WRH30100 / TAFE 9664
Unit value
2 Units
Eligible for UAI?
No
Workplacement
Not mandatory
Possible outcomes and pathways are expected to change for 2007
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT
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VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
Children’s Services
TAFE NSW will deliver this course.
This course provides students with an introduction to
child care and some skills suited to employment as
assistants in centre based care facilities for children.
Students will acquire the skills and knowledge to:
 care for children
 ensure children’s health and safety
 respond to illness, accidents and emergencies
 support the language and creative development of children
 plan for the nutritional needs of children
How will students be assessed?
Written tests, project work & practical exercises
Possible outcome
Statement of Competencies achieved
CHC30402 / TAFE 3294
Pathways in TAFE NSW
Competencies achieved in this qualification may
allow articulation into courses for Centre Based
Care, Family Day Care workers and for other
courses as listed in the Community Services training
package (CHC02).
Unit value
2 units, 3units or 4 units
Eligible for UAI?
No
Workplacement
Not mandatory
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT
HTTP://WWW.HUNTER.TAFENSW.EDU.AU/TVETHUNTER/COURSES.HTM#BDC
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education
GLOSSARY
AQF
Australian Qualification Framework
AQTF
Australian Quality Training Framework
BDC
Board Developed Course
BEC
Board Endorsed Course
BOS
Board of Studies
BVET
Board of Vocational Education and Training
ECEF
Enterprise and Career Education Foundation
ICF
Industry Curriculum Framework
LCP
Local Community Partnership
LDC
Locally Designed Course
OH&S
Occupational Health and Safety
RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning
RTO
Registered Training Organisation
SBAT
School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship
TVET
TAFE Delivered VET
UAI
Universities Admission Index
VET
Vocational Education and Training
VETAB
Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board
VET Prospectus 2010
DET Hunter Central Coast Region operates one Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Quality Training Framework
90222 Education & Training – Hunter Central Coast School Education