New Zealand Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trade Skills (Level 2)
Construction
A course by
UCOL
A practical, hands-on programme introducing foundational skills in construction and allied trades, preparing graduates for further training or entry-level roles in Aotearoa New Zealand's construction industry.
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Core skills this course teaches
Core construction trade skills
Identify, describe, select, use and maintain portable power tools for BCATS (Building, Construction and Allied Trade Skills) projects.
Practical health and safety
Describe health and safety legislation and procedures and apply safe working practices in a construction environment.
About This Course
This certificate provides essential basic skills and knowledge for students seeking to begin a career in building, construction, and allied trades. Learning takes place through project-based work, with a focus on health and safety, using hand and power tools, construction mathematics, material handling, and planning. Graduates are equipped for further study or entry-level employment in the construction sector, supported by industry-standard workshop learning.
Course Content
- Introduction to Building and Construction: Health and safety, use of tools, industry communication, roles in construction
- Introduction to Construction Planning: Mathematical processes, sketches and drawings, timber types and handling, materials
- Construction Project: Planning, preparing, setting out, constructing and finishing a practical project according to documentation
- Workshop practicals and builds
- Project-based learning
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in Building, Construction, and Allied Trades Skills (Level 1) OR equivalent skills and knowledge OR discretion of the Executive Dean.
Build towards these roles
Entry-level roles in construction sectorPreparation for apprenticeshipsFurther training or study in construction and related trades
Build skills in these industries
Building and ConstructionAllied Trades
UCOL is a polytechnic built around the kind of learning that actually sticks — hands-on, practical, and grounded in the real world. With campuses across the lower North Island and a programme range that stretches from trades and health to creative arts and IT, it's a strong fit for learners who want a clear path into work without unnecessary detours. Whether you're fresh out of school, changing direction, or building on what you already know, UCOL is set up to meet you where you are.
