Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Codes: CPC33020 | CRICOS:
Duration: 52 weeks
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Course Overview
The Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying provides practical skills and knowledge required to work in the building and construction industry. The course focuses on laying bricks, blocks and other masonry materials while developing skills in construction techniques, workplace safety, planning and quality workmanship.
You’ll develop practical skills in:
- Laying bricks and blocks
- Constructing walls, corners and masonry structures
- Reading and interpreting plans and specifications
- Setting out and levelling masonry work
- Preparing and using mortar
- Building masonry arches and other structural features
- Using bricklaying tools and equipment safely
- Measuring and calculating materials
- Applying workplace health and safety procedures
- Planning and organising construction tasks
Total Number of Units = 28
- 20 Core Units
- 8 Elective Units
Core Units
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCCOM2001* Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- 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
- CPCCBL3009* Install flashings and damp-proof course
- CPCCBL3010* Construct masonry arches
- CPCCBL3006* Lay multi-thickness walls and piers
- CPCCBL3011* Construct curved walls
- CPCCBL3013* Construct masonry structural systems
- CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
- CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
- CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
- CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
- CPCCBL3017* Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry Elective
- CPCCBL3018* Install aerated autoclaved concrete products Elective
- CPCCBL3001* Lay paving Elective
- CPCCCM2009* Carry out basic demolition Elective
- CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms Elective
- CPCCSF2004* Place and fix reinforcement materials Elective
- CPCWHS3001 Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies Elective
- CPCCBL3015* Construct decorative brickwork Elective
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After completing the qualification, potential career pathways may include:
- Bricklayer
- Blocklayer
- Masonry Tradesperson
- Construction Trades Worker
- Bricklaying Subcontractor
After completing Certificate III, students may choose to progress to further building and construction qualifications, such as a Certificate IV in Building and Construction, Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or other relevant qualifications, subject to entry requirements.
Successful completion provides a nationally recognised Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying, demonstrating practical skills and knowledge relevant to bricklaying and blocklaying work within Australia’s construction industry.
