Course Title: Career studies

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C2145 Certificate II in Plumbing (Prevocational)

Course Title: Career studies

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 16

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)


Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

The purpose of this module is to provide the student with skills, ability and knowledge to enable them to confidently embark on a career in the bricklaying, carpentry or painting and decoration trades.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

VBM987 Career studies


Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the significance of a positive self-image on relationships and behaviour.
2. Plan to use time effectively.
3. Demonstrate management of personal finances.
4. Access employment services.
5. Develop a resume.
6. Participate in the interview process.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards.
Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor.  Feedback will be provided throughout the course.