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Certificate II in Painting and Decorating (Pre-Apprenticeship)
Certificate II in Painting and Decorating (Pre-Apprenticeship)
52532WA
1436
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Description
This course has been developed to align with the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package and comply with the Business Rules for Pre-Apprenticeships as determined by the Department of Education and Training. It will provide an established pathway to an apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating.
Schedule
1. Induction Core Units
2 units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7347 | CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9434 | CPCCOHS1001A | Work safely in the construction industry | 4 | Unit of competency |
2. Workplace Safety Core Unit
The following unit must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
3. Technical Core Units
Complete all units listed below:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7386 | CPCCPD3022A | Apply paint by brush and roller | 68 | Unit of competency |
| D7350 | CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7349 | CPCCCM1014A | Conduct workplace communication | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9377 | CPCCCM2008A | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9466 | CPCCPB3026A | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D7382 | CPCCPD2011A | Handle painting and decorating materials | 8 | Unit of competency |
| D7348 | CPCCCM1013A | Plan and organise work | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7385 | CPCCPD3021A | Prepare surfaces for painting | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W9370 | CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D7383 | CPCCPD2012A | Use painting and decorating tools and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7352 | CPCCCM2010A | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
4. Additional Optional Electives
Electives can be selected to bring the total course hours to 600. Relevant electives can be chosen from CPC30611 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or CPC20211 Certificate II in Construction Pathways or from those listed below or a combination.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7390 | CPCCPD3026A | Apply stains and clear timber finishes | 28 | Unit of competency |
| D7395 | CPCCPD3031A | Implement safe lead paint and asbestos work practices in the painting industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9379 | CPCCCM3001A | Operate elevated work platforms | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D1025 | BSBWOR202A | Organise and complete daily work activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
| W2823 | AURC251356A | Read in the workplace | 12 | Unit of competency |
| D7384 | CPCCPD2013A | Remove and replace doors and door and window components | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D7346 | CPCCCM1011A | Undertake basic estimation and costing | 14 | Unit of competency |
| W2824 | AURC251677A | Use numbers in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
5. Work Placement and Skills Practice Units
5 units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y0303 | Y0303 | Supervised Skills Practice 1 | 40 | Module |
| Y0300 | Supervised Skills Practice 2 | 40 | Module | |
| Y0281 | Work Placement 1 | 40 | Module | |
| Y0282 | Work Placement 2 | 40 | Module | |
| Y0283 | Work Placement 3 | 40 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1427 | 52134 | Certificate II in Painting and Decorating (Pre-Apprenticeship) | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC15 | Painting and Decorating Pre-Apprenticeship | Pathway |
VET Info Notes
2. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 52532WA.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Curriculum Services, Department of Training and Workforce Development on 9319 5520.
4. Course detail has been entered on to STARS on 3/10/2012.