Get a step up to a career in construction
with these hands on courses
These courses in Construction involve a combination of hands on learning and theory, with an emphasis on carpentry skills. Depending on skill levels and work availability, participants are given the opportunity to work in our TRY Build project, assisting in the construction of affordable social housing using repurposed shipping containers.
Introduction to TRY Build (Pre-Accredited training)
There are no prerequisite or entry requirements for students entering this course.
This qualification develops the necessary skills to work effectively within a construction industry work environment. Participants work and learn in a hand’s on environment and experience a range of learning activities including:
-Work effectively & sustainably in the construction industry
-Plan & organise work
-Conduct workplace communication
-Read & interpret plans & specifications
-Use construction tools & equipment
-Work safely in the construction Industry
-Apply OH & S requirements, policies & procedures in the construction industry
-Undertake a basic construction project
-Carry out measurements & calculations
-Handle construction materials
-Apply basic levelling procedures
- TRY Build (15-17 Antonella Court, Dandenong South)
- Doveton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (34 Oak Avenue, Doveton)
- Doveton College (62 Tristania St, Doveton).
| Literacy & Numeracy activities Basic Computer Skills, Work Readiness activities | Tuesday 9.30am-2.30pm | TRY Build Tutor: Tim |
| Basic Carpentry includes small activities, familiarity with tools, build small garden beds and woodwork projects |
Wednesday 10.30am-3.30pm* | TRY Build Tutor: Ayush |
| Mentoring In The Hood Non-contact boxing, basketball, soccer and fitness activities with volunteer mentors |
Wednesday 5.00-6.30pm | Doveton College |
| Introduction to Landscaping and Gardening basic CAD, seasonal planting, garden design |
Thursday 10.30am-3.30pm | Doveton Neighbourhood Learning Centre Tutor: Ayush |
*On Wednesday an afternoon snack will be provided between 3.30 and 4.30pm, and mini bus transport to Doveton College at 4.30pm. Please arrange transport/pick up from Doveton College at 6.30pm. Students can be dropped off to Dandenong Station if required.
Later this year there will also be the opportunity to work onsite at the Dandenong Urban Garden project, on Thomas St. More information will be available once dates are confirmed.
For more information or to make a referral please contact:
TRY Mentoring on 8545 9504 or email: mentoring@try.org.au
Elise Fitzpatrick, Project Coordinator 0439 098 667
$200 per student (includes enrolment fee + materials costs)
- Build on literacy & numeracy skills so young people are better prepared for coursework
- Opportunity to explore new interests and enhance life skills
- Awareness and connection to local support services
- Attain First Aid qualification, White Card (Occupational Health & safety)
- Preparation for leaving course and seeking employment, CV preparation
- Opportunities to engage with a positive adult role models/mentors
- Develop a sense of belonging and connection to the group/community and develop positive friendships
TRY Build
15 Antonella Court
Dandenong South
If you are looking for a career in the building industry then this course can be a step up to a successful job pathway. Once you have successfully completed this course you’ll be able to move on to a Certificate II. Successful completion will help you step up into an Australian Apprenticeship.
Philip Buck
General Manager – Labour Hire Group – Social Enterprises
0447 111 030
Philip.buck@try.org.au
Contact a TRY Learning
advisor for more information
Certificate II in Building and Construction-Carpentry (22338VIC)
This qualification develops the necessary skills to work effectively within a construction industry work environment. Participants work and learn in a hand’s on environment and experience a range of learning activities including:
-Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
-Provide basic emergency life support
-Prepare for work in the construction industry
-Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
-Conduct Workplace Communication
-Work Effectively and Sustainably in the Construction Industry
-Erect and Safely Use Working Platforms
-Identify and Handle Carpentry Tools
-Carry out Measurements and Calculations
-Interpret and Apply basic plans and Drawings
-Apply Basic Levelling Procedures
-Perform Basic Setting Out
-Construct Basic sub-floor
-Construct Basic Wall Frames
-Construct a Basic Roof Frame
-Construct Basic Framework for Concreting
-Install Basic External Cladding
-Install Basic Window and Door
-Install Interior Fixing
-Carry Out basic demolition of Timber Structures
TRY Build
15 Antonella Court
Dandenong South
Minimum 24 weeks, 4 days a week
8:00am – 2:30pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri
Graduates may wish to continue their education into Certificate III in Building and Construction.
Philip Buck
General Manager – Labour Hire Group – Social Enterprises
0447 111 030
Philip.buck@try.org.au
Where we are
TRY Build
15 Antonella Court, Dandenong South
