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12 months part time
October
Designed for existing construction workers looking to upskill, the Certificate III in Prefabrication Installation 22663VIC provides the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to work in Australia's growing prefabricated and modular construction sector.
Learn how to safely install and assemble prefabricated building components, interpret construction plans and specifications, work effectively in teams, and apply modern construction methods on-site. Through a combination of hands-on training and online learning, you'll gain industry-relevant skills for installation and assembly roles across the construction industry.
In-person training will take place at our Heidelberg Campus, where the Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence is based.
The course is delivered across four stages, with each stage focusing on a particular component of the prefabrication installation process. Your learning will combine:
Each course has a dedicated learning method that is designed to let you thrive in your studies.
On-campus / Virtual classroom / Self-paced online learning
A blend of scheduled on-campus and virtual learning, with additional activities completed outside of the classroom through Melbourne Polytechnic’s digital platforms. Visit the How You'll Study page for more information.
2 days per week
Practical demonstrations, simulated workplace activities, practical assessment tasks, knowledge based assessment.
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Type | Hours |
| CPCCCA2002 | Use carpentry tools and equipment | Core | 96 |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | Core | 8 |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | Core | 32 |
| CPCCCM3004 | Identify and apply information in construction plans, drawings and specifications | Core | 30 |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core | 20 |
| CPCCOM3006 | Carry out levelling operations | Core | 24 |
| CPCCSH2003 | Apply and install sealant and sealant devices | Core | 16 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core | 20 |
| CPCSIL3001 | Work with products and materials containing crystalline silica | Core | 25 |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | Core | 6 |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective | 30 |
| RIIWHS202E | Enter and work in confined spaces | Core | 30 |
| VU23657 | Work effectively in prefabricated construction | Core | 20 |
| VU23658 | Work collaboratively with others in prefabricated construction | Core | 15 |
| VU23659 | Set out and mark out components | Core | 20 |
| VU23660 | Combine and install modular components onsite | Core | 50 |
| VU23661 | Assemble and install panelised components onsite | Core | 50 |
| VU23662 | Install prefabricated pod components | Elective | 50 |
| Concession | Government subsidised fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $0 | $0 |
| Maximum annual amenities | $180 | $260 |
| Total payable | $180 | $260 |
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1st of November. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
Course fees and amenities costs are waived for students enrolling into the October 2026 intake. Places are limited. |
The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.
The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.
Concession fees are charged at 20 per cent of the standard fees for enrolments in Skill Sets and Certificate I to IV courses. To be eligible students must meet Skills First eligibility criteria and present a valid:
The following groups are eligible for concession fees from Skill Sets to Advanced Diploma level:
The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at fifty cents (50 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:
Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.
Access to a computer, internet access, PPE equipment for on-campus practical sessions, access to online learning platforms (provided after you enrol).
Course fees and amenities costs are waived for students enrolling into the October 2026 intake. Places are limited. |
There are no entry requirements.
As part of the enrolment process, you will be required to attend a pre-training review with an Enrolment Centre Advisor.
In your pre-training review, you and your Enrolment Centre Advisor will discuss:
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The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.
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Complete the application form on the application form webpage.
You will be required to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.
Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend an enrolment appointment over the phone or on campus.
For certificate-level courses, you can pay by weekly or fortnightly direct debit using our Tuition Payment Plan. Read more about Tuition Payment Plans here.
If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 1300 635 276 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.
Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.