92 Weeks
CPC33020 – Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Overview
Embark on a rewarding career path as a skilled bricklayer, blocklayer, or paver through our comprehensive trade course. Gain expertise in various facets of the trade, mastering the art of laying bricks and blocks using diverse bonds, constructing fire brick walls, and crafting ornamental panels, feature walls, arches, and columns. Learn about plans and specifications, planning and organising jobs, and working safely and sustainably.
Completing the general induction training program specified by the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work is mandatory before engaging in construction work. The accomplishment of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry will meet the requirement.
It’s important to note that licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements for Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying vary across various States and Territories. We recommend consulting the regulatory body for specific guidelines tailored to your location.
Duration
This qualification will be delivered over 92 weeks, including 75 weeks of training and assessment and 17 weeks of holidays.
Study Mode and Assessment Methods
This course is conducted with a blended learning model that includes face-to-face learning in classrooms and in simulated workshops. Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practical based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Industry Placement
Students will undertake a comprehensive 360 hours of work placement as part of their coursework. This practical work experience plays a pivotal role in facilitating the acquisition of technical skills essential for engaging in both residential and commercial projects within the field.
Entry Requirements
Age – 18+
English – IELTS 5.5 or equivalent in TOEFL, PTE, OET. Or /And Meet the Literacy, Language, Numeracy (LLN) test organised by Salford college.
Academic Entry Requirement – Student must have successfully completed year 10 or an equivalent qualification to Australian standards or/and Certificate level qualification from Australia or/and Life experiences and background of relevant work (to be supported by resume and interview and referrals)
Fees
Tuition Fee – $32000
Non – Tuition Fee comes to $1950 and the details are given below:
Application Fee – $350
Material Fee – $1600
Estimated Total Fee – $33950
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Note :
- Certificate level qualification from Australia or/and Life experiences and background of relevant work (to be supported by resume and interview and referrals)
- All students need to fulfil the GTE (genuine temporary entrant) requirements listed on DHA website and Salford College website
- All LLN testing is done via teams or face to face interview with College Authorities or an authorised Agent of the College
Pathways
Students may enter CPC33020 Certificate III in bricklaying and blocklaying with limited or no vocational experience.
Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into a range of building and construction qualifications like Certificate IV in Building and Construction CPC40120 or higher.
Career opportunities, include:
- Bricklayer
- Blocklayer
- Paver.
Click here for more information about pathways with Universities
Recognition of Prior Learning/Credit Transfer
Do you already have existing skills and knowledge and don’t need additional training? Have you done previous training?
Please contact our office if you would like to undertake Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or apply for credit transfer. RPL/Credit transfer may reduce your course duration and fees.
Course Structure
There are 28 units in this qualification out of which 20 are core units and 8 are elective units. The Salford College Industry Advisory Panel has recommended the elective units which are most suitable for the workplace.
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met.
| Code | Title | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials | Core | |
| Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | Core | |
| Carry out masonry veneer construction | Core | |
| Carry out cavity brick construction | Core | |
| Lay masonry walls and corners | Core | |
| Lay multi-thickness walls and piers | Core | |
| Install flashings and damp proof course | Core | |
| Construct masonry arches | Core | |
| Construct curved walls | Core | |
| Construct masonry structural systems | Core | |
| Carry out setting out | Core | |
| Apply basic levelling procedures | Core | |
| Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core | |
| Work safely at heights | Core | |
| Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core | |
| Plan and organise work | Core | |
| Conduct workplace communication | Core | |
| Carry out measurements and calculations | Core | |
| Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core | |
| Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry | Core | |
| Construct decorative brickwork | Elective | |
| Lay segmental paving | Elective | |
| Cut segmental paving | Elective | |
| Lay paving | Elective | |
| Construct battered masonry walls and piers | Elective | |
| Carry out basic demolition | Elective | |
| Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | Elective | |
| Carry out concreting to simple forms | Elective | |
| Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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