CPC31020
Certificate III in Solid Plastering
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This qualification provides a trade outcome in solid plastering for residential and commercial work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, solid plastering. Solid plasterers apply plaster, cement and other mixtures to walls to create smooth or decorative finishes to interior walls and to render to exterior walls.
COURSE DURATION
54 Weeks (48 study Weeks + 4 weeks Holidays)
DELIVERY LOCATION
Classroom: Level 9, 601 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- 18 years and above.
- Minimum IELTS band 6.0 or equivalent.
- Schooling equivalent to Australian Year XII.
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
This is a competency-based qualification, assessment will continue throughout the delivery and assessment timetable until the student either achieves competency or a further training need is identified and addressed. The assessment processes used in this qualification have been specifically designed as a learning and assessment pathway and as such has been structured to ensure learning continues to occur throughout the delivery and assessment processes.
LANGUAGE LITERACY & NUMERACY (LLN)
Each student is required to fulfill Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements prior to course commencement by undertaking an LLN test. LLN test assists QCVE in identifying any LLN gaps and support the student during his/her course of study.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| Core Units | |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCSP2001 | Handle solid plastering materials |
| CPCCSP2002 | Use solid plastering tools and equipment |
| CPCCSP2003 | Prepare surfaces for plastering |
| CPCCSP3001 | Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces |
| CPCCSP3002 | Apply set coats |
| CPCCSP3003 | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes |
| CPCCSP3004 | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork |
| Electives | |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCPB3026 | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities |
| CPCCPB3015 | Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems |
* Units indicated require CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry as a pre-requisite unit
Kit includes: Uniform, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Tools
MODE OF STUDY
Face-to-Face Classroom Based (Theory and Practical)
Mode of Assessment: Practical Observations, Written Questions, Case Study, Project
PATHWAYS
This qualification provides a trade outcome in solid plastering for residential and commercial work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, solid plastering. Solid plasterers apply plaster, cement and other mixtures to walls to create smooth or decorative finishes to interior walls and to render to exterior walls.
Occupational titles may include:
- Solid Plasterer
- Renderer.
For more information, please send an email to info@qcve.edu.au
ENROLMENT
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