Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
CPC30111
D390
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 17/01/2017 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 2.00 | 07/02/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides a trade outcome in bricklaying and blocklaying.
Occupational titles may include:
Bricklayer
Blocklayer.
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.
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 seven (27) units of competency:- twenty one (21) core units
- six (6) elective units.
The elective units are to be chosen as follows:
- from Groups A and B
- up to two (2) units from Certificate III or IV qualifications in CPC08 or another current Training Package, provided the integrity of the AQF alignment is ensured, and they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
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 ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE984 | CPCCCM2006B | Apply basic levelling procedures | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9378 | CPCCCM2009A | Carry out basic demolition | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D7350 | CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9341 | CPCCCA3002A | Carry out setting out | 12 | Unit of competency |
| D7349 | CPCCCM1014A | Conduct workplace communication | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WE986 | CPCCCM2008B | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | 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 |
| D7347 | CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Brick and Blockmaking Field of Work Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9322 | CPCCBL3003A | Carry out cavity brick construction | 64 | Unit of competency |
| W9321 | CPCCBL3002A | Carry out masonry veneer construction | 44 | Unit of competency |
| W9330 | CPCCBL3011A | Construct curved walls | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9329 | CPCCBL3010A | Construct masonry arches | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9323 | CPCCBL3004A | Construct masonry steps and stairs | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9318 | CPCCBL2001A | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9333 | CPCCBL3014A | Install fire-rated masonry construction | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9328 | CPCCBL3009A | Install flashings and damp proof course | 8 | Unit of competency |
| W9324 | CPCCBL3005A | Lay masonry walls and corners | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9325 | CPCCBL3006A | Lay multi-thickness walls and piers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9319 | CPCCBL2002A | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group A Advanced Brick and Blocklaying Elective Units
Six (6) units may be chosen from Groups A and B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9336 | CPCCBL3017A | Carry out tuck pointing to brickwork | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W9335 | CPCCBL3016A | Construct battered masonry walls and piers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9334 | CPCCBL3015A | Construct decorative brickwork | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9331 | CPCCBL3012A | Construct fireplaces and chimneys | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W9332 | CPCCBL3013A | Construct masonry structural systems | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D7344 | CPCCBL3018A | Install aerated autoclaved concrete products | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9326 | CPCCBL3007A | Install glass blockwork | 8 | Unit of competency |
| W9320 | CPCCBL3001A | Lay paving | 22 | Unit of competency |
4. Group B General Elective Units
Six (6) units may be chosen from Groups A and B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7357 | CPCCCO2013A | Carry out concreting to simple forms | 24 | Unit of competency |
| AUI99 | BSBSMB301 | Investigate micro business opportunities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUH81 | BSBSMB406 | Manage small business finances | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE988 | CPCCCM3001C | Operate elevated work platforms | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9504 | CPCCSF2004A | Place and fix reinforcement materials | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE985 | CPCCCM2007B | Use explosive power tools | 8 | Unit of competency |
| WE987 | CPCCCM2010B | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W577 | CPC30108 | Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGD8 | CPC33020 | Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
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