Certificate III in Landscape Construction

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National code: AHC30921 Certificate (TAFE) Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Certificate III in Landscape Construction provides skills and knowledge in areas including building concrete/brick/block/stone structures and features, installing drainage systems, implementing paving and retaining wall projects, offering information on plants and their culture, and constructing soil profiles.

This course has been discontinued and is closed for new enrolments. The information on this page is for continuing students only. To discuss your study options, contact us.

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Duration

4 year apprenticeship (ability to accelerate)

Intakes

Wantirna (January, May, July, October) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Part-time (day)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

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Doing Landscape Construction, you get to learn all the skills like carpentry, plumbing, turf and bricklaying. You’re like a Jack of all trades. Hopefully, I’ll own my own business after TAFE.

Lachlan

Certificate III in Landscape Construction

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

In the Certificate III in Landscape Construction, students undertake theory and practical tasks in their learning of basic landscape construction skills. The landscaping industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.

Course structure

The qualification requires successful completion of the 17 units listed below comprising ten (10) core & (7) elective units.

The course will be a combination of online learning and face-to-face classes which will be delivered in skill specific clusters. This qualification has been structured to allow participants to advance to higher levels with credit.

Units of study

Core units:

Install drainage systems AHCDRG305

Set out site for construction works AHCLSC311

Construct brick and block structures and features AHCLSC312*

Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding AHCLSC313

Implement a paving project AHCLSC316

Construct landscape features using concrete AHCLSC317

Implement a retaining wall project AHCLSC319

Provide information on plants and their culture AHCPCM306

Implement a plant establishment program AHCPGD307

Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas AHCSOL304

An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.

Elective units

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (CPCCWHS2001)

Implement a landscape maintenance program (AHCPGD310)

Erect timber structures & features (AHCLSC318),

Install water features (AHCLSC320),

Cost a project (AHCBUS407),

Operate land-forming machinery and equipment (AHCMOM310),

Install pressurised irrigation equipment (AHCIRG345).

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find employment as a landscaper.

Aims and objectives

Students build skills to help them find employment within the landscape industry. Both construction and plant units are taught, providing both theory and practical experiences. Live projects will be undertaken during vocational education, workplace and industry project involvement. Industry specialist teachers are used to support off-the-job training, ensuring relevance of training.

Graduate skills

Students will understand the concept of planning, preparing worksite, and conducting works using a range of materials. Emphasis on occupational health and safety, environmental concerns, sustainable practices, quality control and industry standards are all attributes which students will be expected to achieve.

Professional recognition

This course is recognised by Landscaping Victoria and on completion students can apply for a membership with Landscaping Victoria.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate III in Landscape Construction Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$16,460	$5,910	$1,182

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$16,460

$5,910

$1,182

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,220.

Entry requirements

Applicants with Year 10 equivalent and may/may not have secured full-time or part-time employment as a landscape construction apprentice.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059