Course Overview
This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial construction work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, wall and floor tiling. Tilers work with materials like ceramic, glass, slate, marble and clay. They cut these materials and lay tiles on walls and floors, both interior and exterior. They may also add decorative touches to their basic work.
Occupational titles may include:
- Tiler
- Wall and Floor tiler.
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Quick Facts
Course name: Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
VET National Code: CPC31320
CRICOS Course Code: 121081K
Duration: 52 Weeks delivered over 12 Months (4 terms per year- each term of 10 weeks)
Tuition Fee: $20,000 per year.
Job Opportunities
- Tiler
- Wall and Floor tiler
Entry Requirements
International Students
Completed equivalent to Australian Grade 12, and demonstrated English proficiency level as per below:
- All students must be over 18
- Achieved IELTS band 6 *(with no individual band below 5.0) or equivalent score in acceptable English Language Tests (PTE, TOEFL, or OET) Or Minimum test score IELTS 5 or equivalent with either 20 weeks ELICOS.
- Completion of Certificate IV or higher-level qualification in Australia in the last two years Or
- Achieved satisfactory score in English placement test as conducted by the College (Level 3 or higher in CSPA ACER LLN test will meet the requirements for this purpose)
*You must have completed the English language test within either:
- the 2 years before the date your visa application is lodged.
- the 2 years before a decision is made on your visa application if you did not provide evidence of the English language test at the time your application was lodged.
Please contact the College for further information
Assessment Method
One or more assessment methods will be used:
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Recognition of Prior Learning
We offer everyone the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) at enrolment. Students may be granted credit or partial credit in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or prior training.
Study Location
CAC Sydney Campus – Level 3, 633 Princes Hwy, Rockdale NSW 2216
Course Structure
Total number of units = 20
17 core units plus
3 elective units, of which:
3 elective units must be selected from the elective units listed in TGA National Training Register – CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
or
- 2 from listed electives and 1 from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course, as long as it contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome and supports the AQF level of this qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
The units delivered by CAC are as follows:
1. CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry ( C ) |
2. CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry ( C ) |
3. CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights ( E ) |
4. CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres ( E ) |
5. CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding ( E ) |
6. CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work ( C ) |
7. CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication ( C ) |
8. CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations ( C ) |
9. CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications ( C ) |
10. CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures ( C ) |
11. CPCCWF2001 Handle wall and floor tiling materials ( C ) |
12. CPCCWF2002 Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment ( C ) |
13. CPCCWF3001 Prepare surfaces for tiling application ( C ) |
14. CPCCWF3009 Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling ( C ) |
15. CPCCWF3002 Install floor tiles ( C ) |
16. CPCCWF3003 Install wall tiles ( C ) |
17. CPCCWF3005 Install decorative tiling ( C ) |
18. CPCCWF3006 Install mosaic tiling ( C ) |
19. CPCCWF3007 Tile curved surfaces ( C ) |
20. CPCCWF3004 Repair wall and floor tiling ( C ) |
