Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Paving
Certificate III in Paving
CPC31611
D405
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 17/01/2017 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 07/02/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides a trade outcome in paving for domestic or commercial projects.
Occupational titles may include:
Paver.
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as four 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.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in twenty one (21) units of competency:- eighteen (18) core units
- three (3) elective units
Some units in this qualification may have prerequisite requirements, which must be met when packaging the qualification. Users are referred to the list of CPC08 units with prerequisite unit requirements available in this Training Package for this purpose.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units 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 |
| D7350 | CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7349 | CPCCCM1014A | Conduct workplace communication | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9373 | CPCCCM2004A | Handle construction materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7348 | CPCCCM1013A | Plan and organise work | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9370 | CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D7404 | CPCCVE1011A | Undertake a basic construction project | 24 | Unit of competency |
| D7347 | CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Segmented Paving Preparation Field of Work Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE984 | CPCCCM2006B | Apply basic levelling procedures | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7357 | CPCCCO2013A | Carry out concreting to simple forms | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W9371 | CPCCCM2002A | Carry out excavation | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9436 | CPCCPA3001A | Prepare subgrade, base and bedding course for segmental paving | 16 | Unit of competency |
3. Segmented Paver Laying Field of Work Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9438 | CPCCPA3003A | Cut segmental pavers | 8 | Unit of competency |
| W9439 | CPCCPA3004A | Finish segmental paving | 4 | Unit of competency |
| W9437 | CPCCPA3002A | Lay segmental pavers | 8 | Unit of competency |
4. Steps and Retaining Wall Construction Field of Work Core Units
Two (2) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9323 | CPCCBL3004A | Construct masonry steps and stairs | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D6921 | AHCLSC307A | Implement a retaining wall project | 35 | Unit of competency |
5. Paving Maintenance Field of Work Core Unit
One (1) unit must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9440 | CPCCPA3005A | Maintain and repair segmental paving | 4 | Unit of competency |
6. Elective Units
Three (3) units to be completed from the elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7351 | CPCCCM2003B | Calculate and cost construction work | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W9340 | CPCCCA3001A | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | 24 | Unit of competency |
| D7374 | CPCCDE2012A | Carry out manual general demolition | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ62 | AHCLSC303 | Construct brick and block structures and features | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WH766 | RIIWMG203D | Drain and dewater civil construction site | 12 | Unit of competency |
| AUI99 | BSBSMB301 | Investigate micro business opportunities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUH81 | BSBSMB406 | Manage small business finances | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W9504 | CPCCSF2004A | Place and fix reinforcement materials | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE983 | CPCCCM2005B | Use construction tools and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W592 | CPC31608 | Certificate III in Paving | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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