CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering (CRICOS Course Code: 120418J)
Course Code: CPC31020
Overview
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
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
National Training Register - CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CRICOS Course Code : 120418J
Career Outcomes
- Solid Plasterer
- Renderer
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Course at a Glance
Duration
52 weeks
Language
English
Assessments
Yes
Enrollment Fees
AUD $200 (non-RFD)
Course Fees
Total- AUD $10,000
Material Fees
AUD $4000
International students must:
- be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent
- participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
- have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (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.
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 6.0.
This qualification will be delivered over 101 weeks, including 80 weeks of training and assessment spread over 8 terms of 10 weeks and 21 weeks of holidays. Holidays are 3 weeks per term.
Class sessions are planned to ensure that students have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater for a wide variety of learning styles.
Core Units
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Core |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
| CPCCSP2001 | Handle solid plastering materials | Core |
| CPCCSP2002 | Use solid plastering tools and equipment | Core |
| CPCCSP2003 | Prepare surfaces for plastering | Core |
| CPCCSP3001 | Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | Core |
| CPCCSP3002 | Apply set coats | Core |
| CPCCSP3003 | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | Core |
| CPCCSP3004 | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | Core |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core |
Elective Units
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | Elective |
| BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | Elective |
| CPCCCM2007 | Use explosive power tools | Elective |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | Elective |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms to 11 metres | Elective |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Elective |
| CPCCPB3015 | Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems | Elective |
| CPCCPB3026 | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems | Elective |
| CPCCSP3005 | Install pre-cast decorative mouldings | Elective |
| CPCCSP3006 | Install cast plaster blockwork and wall panels | Elective |
| CPCCSP3007 | Apply plaster by projection machine | Elective |
| CPCCSP3008 | Carry out conite construction and wall sheet panelling | Elective |
Assessment methods used for this qualification will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes including:
- Projects
- Observations
- Portfolios
- Supervisor reports
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Questioning (oral or written)
At the beginning of each unit, trainers will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Students may 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 www.gcm.edu.au
For international students, the granting of course credit may affect course fees as well as the duration of the course.
The result of an application for credit and any changes to fees or course duration will be advised to students in writing.
If course credit is granted following issuance of the Confirmation of Enrolment, students will receive a new Confirmation of Enrolment showing a reduced duration.
For any questions about course credit, contact us at the details shown below.
Delivery Mode
- 20 hours face to face classroom-based
Delivery Location
- Suite 6 Ground Floor, 55 Phillip Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150, Australia
Suite 6 Ground Floor, 55 Phillip Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150, Australia
Phone: 1300 060 599
Email: info@gcm.edu.au
Web: www.gcm.edu.au
No work placement required for this Course.
