RTO Code : 40298
CPC33020 – Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Overview
This certification signifies the skilled role of a bricklayer, blocklayer, or paver capable of handling diverse responsibilities within residential, industrial, and commercial settings. You will encompass existing and new constructions, showcasing your proficiency in executing tasks related to these trades. Whether preserving heritage structures through specialized bricklaying techniques or contributing to creating new residential, industrial, or commercial buildings, your comprehensive skill set equips you to excel in diverse construction scenarios.
You will learn the techniques of laying bricks and blocks, mastering the use of different bonds for multiple structures, developing expertise in constructing fire brick walls and honing your craft in creating intricate ornamental panels, feature walls, arches, and columns.
Additionally, you’ll learn to interpret plans and specifications, effectively plan and organize projects, and prioritize safety and sustainability in your work practices.
This qualification aligns seamlessly with the Australian Apprenticeship /Traineeship pathway, offering a structured approach for those pursuing careers in this trade.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
While there are no licensing or regulatory prerequisites for this course, completion of the general construction induction training program, such as CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry, is mandatory for individuals involved in construction work. This aligns with the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work.
Study Mode and Assessment Methods
Online + Face to face (Blended)
Concession Eligibility
Students who hold any of the following concession cards at the time of their enrolment may be eligible to for a concession fee:
- Hold a health care card
- Hold a pensioner concession card
- Hold a pensioner concession card issued by the Department of Veteran Affairs
- Are a prison inmate, a detainee, on remand, held in a South Australian institution in connection with the commission of an offence, or a child in a South Australian detention center older than 16 years.
Please note: Proof of eligibility for concession must be demonstrated at the time of enrolment.
If you are unsure of your eligibility, contact Centrelink before your enrolment.
The student tuition fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Fees
This course is subsidised through the Government of South Australia’s subsidised training indicative https://www.skills.sa.gov.au/subsidised-eligibility. The eligibility check is an indication only and does not confirm the eligibility status. Eligibility verification will take place during the enrolment.
If eligible for subsidised training, apprentices and trainees are required to pay a Student Contribution Fee. The Student Contribution Fees are charged minimum at the rate of $0.50 per nominal hour for each unit of competency/module to be calculated at the commencement of the unit of competency/module.
If agreed between the employer and the apprentice/trainee, student contribution fees can be paid by the employer.
Traineeship Contribution Fee – $1250
Concession Fee – $350
Fee for Service – $9500
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Pathways
After completing CPC33020 – Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying students may progress to higher education courses.
This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following job roles:
- Bricklayer
- Blocklayer
- Paver
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Course Structure
| Code | Title | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCBL2001* | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials | Core |
| CPCCBL2002* | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | Core |
| CPCCBL3002* | Carry out masonry veneer construction | Core |
| CPCCBL3003* | Carry out cavity brick construction | Core |
| CPCCBL3005* | Lay masonry walls and corners | Core |
| CPCCBL3006* | Lay multi-thickness walls and piers | Core |
| CPCCBL3009* | Install flashings and damp proof course | Core |
| CPCCBL3010* | Construct masonry arches | Core |
| CPCCBL3011* | Construct curved walls | Core |
| CPCCBL3013* | Construct masonry structural systems | Core |
| CPCCCA3002* | Carry out setting out | Core |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core |
| CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | Core |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Core |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core |
| CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCBL3015* | Construct decorative brickwork | Elective |
| CPCCPA3002* | Lay segmental paving | Elective |
| CPCCPA3003* | Cut segmental paving | Elective |
| CPCCBL3001* | Lay paving | Elective |
| CPCCBL3016* | Construct battered masonry walls and piers | Elective |
| CPCCCM2009* | Carry out basic demolition | Elective |
| CPCCCA3001* | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | Elective |
| CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Elective |
| There is a Pre-requisite requirement for units marked with * Unit | ||
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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