121082J – CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

Course Overview

This qualification reflects the trade qualified role of a bricklayer, blocklayer or paver who may have responsibility for undertaking heritage bricklaying, refractory bricklaying, bricklaying, blocklaying and paving work in residential, industrial and commercial contexts, in both existing and new constructions.

Occupational titles could include:

  • Bricklayer
  • Blocklayer
  • Paver.

The bricklaying, blocklaying and paving industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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 Bricklaying and Blocklaying
VET National Code: CPC33020
CRICOS Course Code: 121082J
Duration: 52 Weeks delivered over 12 months ( 4 terms per year – each term of 10 weeks
 
Tuition Fee: $20,000 per year.

Job Opportunities

  • Bricklayer
  • Blocklayer
  • Paver

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:

  1. Practical Demonstration

B.       Portfolio of work/simulation

  1. Written Report/reflection

D.      Project Work

  1. Role Play

F.       Presentation/Observation

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.

CAC Sydney Campus – Level 3, 633 Princes Hwy, Rockdale NSW 2216

Course Structure

Total number of units = 28

20 core units plus

8 elective units, of which:

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

2.    CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations ( C )

3.    CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications (C )

4.    CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry ( C )

5.    CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work ( C )

6.    CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication ( C )

7.    CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding ( C )

8.    CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights ( C )

9.    CPCCBL2001 Handle and prepare bricklaying and block laying materials( C )

10.  CPCCBL2002 Use bricklaying and block laying tools and equipment( C )

11.  CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures ( C )

12.  CPCCCA3002 Carry out setting out ( C )

13.  CPCCBL3005 Lay masonry walls and corners ( C )

14.  CPCCBL3006 Lay multi-thickness walls and piers( C )

15.  CPCCBL3010 Construct masonry arches ( C )

16.  CPCCBL3011 Construct curved walls ( C )

17.  CPCCBL3013 Construct masonry structural systems ( C )

18.  CPCCBL3009 Install flashings and damp-proof course ( C )

19.  CPCCBL3003 Carry out cavity brick construction ( C )

20.  CPCCBL3002 Carry out masonry veneer construction ( C )

21.  CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract ( E )

22.  CPCCBL3016 Construct battered masonry walls and piers ( E )

23.  CPCCBL3015 Construct decorative brickwork( E )

24.  CPCCBL3001 Lay paving ( E )

25.  CPCCPA3002 Lay segmental paving ( E )

26.  CPCCPA3003 Cut segmental paving ( E )

27.  CPCCCM2009 Carry out basic demolition ( E )

28.  CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms ( E )

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