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CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

This qualification provides a trade outcome through an apprenticeship in bricklaying covering work for residential and commercial applications. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as two specialist fields of work. The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.   According to the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) graduates at Certificate III level have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for work and/or further learning.
This course is only offered at one location, see below.
Ballarat - SMB
Location
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
Ballarat - SMB
Semester 1
Semester 2
-
Other intakes
-
Length
3 year
Qualification Code
CPC33020

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.

  • Bricklayer
  • Block-layer
  • Paving
  • Qualified tradesperson
  • Building contractor
  • Site supervisor
  • Business owner
  • Subcontractor

The course content below provides all possible units related to the course.  If the course has various streams, the units you are required to study will depend on your chosen stream.

APPLY WHS REQUIREMENTS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
CPCCWHS2001
READ AND INTERPRET PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
CPCCOM2001
CARRY OUT MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS
CPCCOM1015
CONDUCT WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
CPCCOM1014
PLAN AND ORGANISE WORK
CPCCOM1013
WORK EFFECTIVELY AND SUSTAINABLY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
CPCCOM1012
WORK SAFELY AT HEIGHTS
CPCCCM2012
ERECT AND DISMANTLE RESTRICTED HEIGHT SCAFFOLDING
CPCCCM2008
APPLY BASIC LEVELLING PROCEDURES
CPCCCM2006
CARRY OUT SETTING OUT
CPCCCA3002
CONSTRUCT MASONRY STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
CPCCBL3013
CONSTRUCT CURVED WALLS
CPCCBL3011
CONSTRUCT MASONRY ARCHES
CPCCBL3010
INSTALL FLASHINGS AND DAMP PROOF COURSE
CPCCBL3009
LAY MULTI-THICKNESS WALLS AND PIERS
CPCCBL3006
LAY MASONRY WALLS AND CORNERS
CPCCBL3005
CARRY OUT CAVITY BRICK CONSTRUCTION
CPCCBL3003
CARRY OUT MASONRY VENEER CONSTRUCTION
CPCCBL3002
USE BRICKLAYING AND BLOCKLAYING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
CPCCBL2002
HANDLE AND PREPARE BRICKLAYING AND BLOCKLAYING MATERIALS
CPCCBL2001
CARRY OUT CONCRETING TO SIMPLE FORMS
CPCCCO2013
CARRY OUT TUCK POINTING AND REPOINTING TO MASONRY
CPCCBL3017
CONSTRUCT DECORATIVE BRICKWORK
CPCCBL3015
INSTALL FIRE-RATED MASONRY CONSTRUCTION
CPCCBL3014
CONSTRUCT FIREPLACES AND CHIMNEYS
CPCCBL3012
INSTALL GLASS BLOCKWORK
CPCCBL3007
CONSTRUCT MASONRY STEPS AND STAIRS
CPCCBL3004
LAY PAVING
CPCCBL3001
IMPLEMENT A RETAINING WALL PROJECT
AHCLSC319

Day, 24 blocks of 3 – 5 days per block over 3 years.  8 blocks per year.
Approximately 4 hours per week self-directed/independent learning.

Must be employed as an apprentice bricklayer. 

For information in relation to the University and students rights and responsibilities please refer to the VET Information Guide.

Applicants need to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required to undertake this course through a test as part of the application process. The test will be conducted through Federation College prior to commencement of training. Feedback will be provided to the applicant on their results and types of support, if necessary, available to them.

Direct application: Yes

Federation University code: IET

National course code: CPC33020

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program.

Find out more about eligibility here.

2024 total estimated tuition fees for Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Concession
Government Subsidised Place
Standard
Government Subsidised Place
Full Fee Place
(Not eligible for government subsidy)
$846$4,228$19,366

*Fees displayed are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are subject to change annually.

Visit our fees and charges page for more information.

Other study costs

Students to provide their own Personal stationary: Ruler, Pencil, Note book/paper, Pen, Personal protective equipment: Steel-capped Work boots, Work trousers, Ear protection, Safety glasses, Work gloves

Important Information

Direct Debit Payment Plans are available for eligible students to help manage the payment of tuition and material fees throughout the enrolment year (excluding Diploma/Advanced Diploma tuition fees).

Students accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program need to be aware that enrolling in a qualification may affect their ability to access future government-subsidised training.

Free TAFE: Under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, some courses have free tuition for eligible students, however material fees (if applicable) will be payable by the student.  Free TAFE is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.

Further information on fees, payments and refunds is available here.

Scholarships

Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs.  Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.

If what you have learned at work, from other courses, units, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain unit credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.

Introductory pathway/s:

 

22338VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction (Bricklaying) Pre-apprenticeship.

 

Further education pathway/s

CPC40120 - Certificate IV in Building and Construction
CPC50220 - Diploma of Building Construction (Building)

Must be employed as an apprentice bricklayer/blocklayer

A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.

The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.

All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.

CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909

School department

Federation TAFE