CPC33020 Certificate III in

Bricklaying and Blocklaying

CRICOS Course Code: 113738G

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  • Study modeBlended
    (face-to-face and online)

  • LocationParramatta NSW
    Melbourne VIC

  • Course duration104 weeks

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Course Description

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.

Please note: 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.

Course Duration and Delivery

104 Weeks

  • 72 weeks tuition and 32 weeks holidays

Full-Time

  • 20 Hours/Week

Blended Learning

  • Face-to-face and online

Course Fees

Tuition Fee: $24,000 *

Enrolment Fee: $500 **

Resources Fee: $3000

* Discounts may apply** Non-refundable Information on other fees and charges available here Note: Pre-paid tuition fees are protected through Tuition Protection Service (TPS)

Intake Dates

  • 12 Aug 2024
  • 30 Sep 2024
  • 4 Nov 2024
  • 20 Jan 2025
  • 24 Feb 2025
  • 14 Apr 2025

Training Location

APEX trains and assesses its students from its Melbourne Campus and Parramatta Campus which are fully equipped with facilities including workshop, classrooms, computer lab, wireless internet, library facility, and a student sitting and recreation area.

Entry Requirements and Pre-Requisites

The course will be available to those students who are 18 years or older and have completed Year 12. International Students are required to have an English ability at the IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Although this qualification has no pre-requisites, students are required to complete the CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry unit prior to starting the course or within the first term of studies with APEX.

Course Completion

Students obtaining a ‘competent’ result for all listed units of competency will achieve the CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying qualification. A Statement of Attainment will be issued to students who complete less than the required units for the full qualification.
APEX does not guarantee completion of this course.

Employment Outcomes and Education Pathways

Employment Outcomes

Successful completion of this qualification level is intended to prepare new employees or recognises and develops existing workers performing Bricklaying or Blocklaying work that cover common skills in the construction industry, mainly in industrial, commercial and residential workplaces.

Possible employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:

  • Bricklayer, Blocklayer, Paver

Job roles and titles may vary across different industry sectors.

Education Pathways

Qualifications awarded by APEX will be recognised by other RTO’s Australia wide. Upon successful completion of the CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying, the students may continue their studies further by enrolling in the:

Units of Competency

CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry Core
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
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
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures Core
CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding Core
CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights Core
CPCCBL3015 Construct decorative brickwork Elective
CPCCBL3017 Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry Elective
CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms Elective
CPCCBL3018 Install aerated autoclaved concrete products Elective
AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project Elective
CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract Elective
BSBESB301 Investigate micro business opportunities Elective
BSBESB303 Organise finances for new business venture Elective

The 28 units of competency are delivered throughout the 72 weeks of tuition. The qualification is delivered over 8 terms of tuition.

All the above listed units of competency must be completed to receive the CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying qualification.

Assessment

Assessments are conducted during training sessions and on completion of training for each unit to determine if the learner is competent. The assessments are conducted using knowledge and skills assessments. Assessment methods may include: Assignment, Questioning (Oral/Written), Case Study, Third Party Report, In Class Activities, Observations, Role Play and RPL.

RPL and Exemptions

Apex will recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other RTO’s, upon verification with the issuing organisation. RPL and Credit Transfer are available for students to access prior to enrolment. More information is available in our student handbook.

Trainers and Assessors

All trainers and assessors hold vocational and training and assessment competencies at the level they teach or assess or higher, and have current and relevant industry skills.

Please note: Apex does not guarantee successful completion of the course nor guarantees a particular employment or migration outcome on completion of the qualification.

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