Certificate III
CPCC33020 Certificate III in Bricklayering and Blocklaying
RTO Code: 45592
CIRCOS Code: 110898D
Delivery: On Campus
Course Overview
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.
The bricklaying, blocklaying and paving industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following
https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CPC33020
This course is targeted at international students who are:
- Seeking to pursue a career in construction field
- Seeking to enter a new industry sector
- Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications
The following units are included in this course, and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
CPCCBL2001*- Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials
CPCCBL2002*- Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment
CPCCBL3002*- Carry out masonry veneer construction
CPCCBL3003*- Carry out cavity brick construction
CPCCBL3005*- Lay masonry walls and corners
CPCCBL3006*- Lay multi-thickness walls and piers
CPCCBL3009*- Install flashings and damp proof course
CPCCBL3010*- Construct masonry arches
CPCCBL3011*- Construct curved walls
CPCCBL3013*- Construct masonry structural systems
CPCCCA3002*- Carry out setting out
CPCCCM2006- Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008*- Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012*- Work safely at heights
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
CPCCWHS2001- Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction
industry
CPCCST4003- Undertake preparations for refractory work
CPCCBL3001*- Lay paving
CPCCBL3016*- Construct battered masonry walls and piers
CPCCPA3022- Lay segmental paving
CPCCCM2009*- Carry out basic demolition
CPCCCO2013*- Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCSF2004*- Place and fix reinforcement materials
CPCCBL3015*- Construct decorative brickwork
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based setting. All training will take place at Canberra Institute of Education and Technology training facilities and in commercial places.
The timetable for this course will be advised in your Offer Letter and Student Agreement.
You are required to attend classes for 20 hours per week for 80 study weeks (8 terms of 10 weeks each). Holiday breaks are as indicated in your timetable.
Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real-life workplace.
In addition to classroom based learning and structured self-study, you will also need to complete approximately 5 hours of additional, unsupervised study per week including general reading and research for assessments.
You will also need to complete assessments for this course which may include: Written questions
Projects Presentations Reports
Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed. Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms, and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study.
You will be provided with a Student Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish.
Satisfactory course progress and attendance is very important in order to meet visa requirements. Please read the International Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.
We offer the following in relation to support and welfare.
- one-to-one support from the trainer/assessor
- support with personal issues
- access to additional learning resources
- reasonable adjustment in the assessment
- social events
- information about external sources of support. You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy. We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may prepare a Student Support Plan for you based on those needs.
You are required to bring your own laptop with Office 365 (or a similar program) to all classes. These costs are not included in your course fees. Specifications for laptops and associated costs are included below.
PC:
| Item | Minimum requirements |
|---|---|
| Processor |
Intel® or AMD processor with 64-bit support*; 2 GHz or faster processor Microsoft Windows 10 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows 10 |
| RAM | 10 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hard disk space | 3.1 GB or more of available hard-disk space |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended. |
| Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
| Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services. |
macOS:
| Item | Minimum requirements |
|---|---|
| Processor | Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support |
| Operating system | MacOS version 10.12 (Sierra), macOS version 10.13 (High Sierra), or macOS version 10.14 (Mojave). |
| RAM | 2 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hard disk space | 4 GB or more of available hard-disk space for 64-bit installation; additional free space required during installation. |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended |
| Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
| Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services. |
| Name of software | Associated costs | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Office 365 | $129 annually | https://products.office.com/en-au/buy/office |
| Laptop details | Associated costs | Details |
| Any laptop that meets the specifications above | $450 (approximate only) | Various |
You can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge, and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook, which is available at https://www.ciet.edu.au
If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.
For any questions about course credit, contact us at the details shown below.
Canberra Institute of Education and Technology has the following entry requirements:
You must:
- be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
- participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
- have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test.
- Prior to commencement of practical components of the course, the student must complete the general induction training program (white card).
Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. You are required to provide your results so that we can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
Domestic students must have sufficient language, literacy and numeracy skills as tested through a language, literacy and numeracy assessment. Students will need to achieve ACSF level 3 for reading, writing, numeracy and oral communication to enter the course.
The costs for this course are as follows:
| Course fees |
Tuition fees: AUD $ 27,000 Enrolment fee: $250 Material fee: $1,750 |
| Non-tuition fees | May apply and can be found in our International Student Handbook on our website at https://www.ciet.edu.au |
A detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You must pay all of your course fees and on time. Non-payment of fees may result in the cancellation of enrolment.
You are also required to take out Overseas Health Insurance Cover before arriving in Australia. Canberra Institute of Education and Technology provides details of OSHC providers in the International Student Handbook. You can approach any of these providers to find out costs and organise your cover.
Additional costs associated with living in Australia are outlined in the International Student Handbook. You should carefully review these costs in relation to budgeting. Further information can be found at https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/live-in-australia/living-costs.
To apply for this course, you are required to complete an enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including copies of your:
- High School Certificate
- proof of English language proficiency as specified in the entry requirements.
- CIET Enrolment form.
If your application is successful, we will send you an Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You should make sure you read through this document carefully to make sure you are happy with all of the terms and conditions. If you are, then simply sign the document and send it back to us.
Once we receive this, we will issue you a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter and an invoice for the first payment.
The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, living in Australia, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.
This course outline should be read in conjunction with the Canberra Institute of Education and Technology International Student Handbook. This can be found online at https://www.ciet.edu.au