CPC33020 - Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

CRICOS Course Code: 120833E

DESCRIPTION

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.

Training and assessment must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment. All units of competency are delivered and assessed in this context. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states — relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted.

Completion of the general construction induction training, as specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 meets this requirement.

ACCREDITATION

This qualification is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Learners with experience in the relevant industry or education can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer. Please refer to ‘RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING AND CREDIT TRANSFER’ section or Anderson College.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATION PACKAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no pre-requisites or specific entry requirements for this qualification. This course is available to all international students.

Anderson College Admission requirements

International students entering this course at Anderson College must meet the following entry requirements:

Age requirements

Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.

Academic Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent, or be of mature age with adequate LLND skills.

English Language Requirements

To enter this qualification, applicants must meet English Language Requirements

- IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 or PTE Academic 50 or TOEFL iBT 60 or Cambridge B2 or equivalent (results must be no more than 2 years old), or successful completion of General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level. English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:

• Minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South America or Ireland.
• Completion of at least 50% of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher in Australia in English.
• Completion of Year 12 of secondary school in Australia in English.
• Completion of a recognised ELICOS program and attainment of an English Proficiency level of upper intermediate or equivalent.

Applicants without the documented evidence to demonstrate the required English language competence may undertake the Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test online to achieve a suitable result to meet Anderson College’s English Language entry requirement.

Pre-training review

All international learners will undertake a pre-training review to determine suitability for the course and student needs. The aim of the review is to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the course to applicant, and relevant experience. This pre-training review also aims to identify any support needs and possible RPL or credit transfer opportunities.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) Assessment

All students will be required to complete an LLND assessment prior to the commencement of the course. This assessment is a diagnostic process to determine whether prospective students require LLND support during study.

Note: It is highly recommended that students complete CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry prior to commencing this course, as this unit is a pre-requisite to most units within the qualification.

Hardware/Software requirements

Anderson College provides learners Office 365 account (free of charge) with access to online Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive etc to facilitate the training and communication. Anderson College will provide access to computers/laptops for students to use on campus. However, for students to work on assessments, tasks and self-study, all learners are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with a Windows/macOS operating system at their own cost.

Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and the Internet, and the student must possess basic computer skills. Proficiency with advanced calculators and sound digital literacy with working internet access is expected.

Required Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) level

A suitable ACSF level is required in reading, writing, learning, numeracy and oral communication to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Anderson College is able to provide.

LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION

• Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states — relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted.

PATHWAY FROM THE QUALIFICATION

Training Pathway

Credit Transfer (CT) is available for eligible students. Contact Anderson College’s student services team to discuss your eligibility. This qualification may provide a pathway to further studies in building and construction.

Employment Pathway

After completing this qualification, graduates may work in a range of roles:

• Bricklayer
• Blocklayer
• Paver

TRAINING DELIVERY

The program for international students takes place in a classroom environment with access to a real or closely simulated workplace environment where required.

The participants in each program group will be provided with detailed learning resources to support the learning activities. These resources will include learning, assessment and other reference material relevant to the unit of competency being delivered.

DURATION

This qualification will be delivered over 52 weeks, including 44 weeks of training and assessment and 8 weeks of holidays.

Credit Transfer relates to the recognition of learning achieved through formal education and training, and involves assessing a previously completed course or units to see if it provides equivalent learning or competency outcomes to those required within the current course of study. Learners must provide transcripts of results and/or statements of attainment for credit transfer to be assessed.

Where a learner is successful in the RPL or Credit Transfer (CT) application, the units to be undertaken and course duration will be adjusted accordingly.

Where RPL is granted, learners do not have to participate in further training and assessment for skills and knowledge that they already possess.

INTAKE AND FEE SCHEDULE

Note: Students will be provided the option of Easy Monthly Instalments. Students are advised contact the Institute in relation to the updated and recent fees for the course. Course fee is subject to change.

Terms and Conditions:

• Anderson College will strive to maintain highly competitive fair and reasonable fee structures.
• Anderson College adjusts its fees and charges from time to time. Changes to fees will be fairly and equitably applied, advertised and clearly indicate the date from which the change will take effect.
• Anderson College provides details of course fees in all course information.
• Anderson College will ensure these fees are applied and communicated to clients prior to enrolment.
• In accordance with the Standards for RTOs 2015, Anderson College adopts the following to protect fees paid in advance:
  • Flexible payment arrangements/ options will accommodate individual circumstances.
  • Fees must be paid in full before certification will be issued.
  • Acceptable payment options can be made via credit card, direct debit, and EFT remittance to accommodate the diverse financial situations.

COURSE STRUCTURE

This qualification is expected to be completed in 52 weeks. This will include 44 weeks of face-to-face training and assessment and 8 weeks of holidays. All students are expected to give few hours per unit as self-directed study.

As per package rules, 28 units must be completed. These include 20 core units and 8 elective units.

An asterisk (*) indicates a pre-requisite requirement that must be met and successfully completed before assessment of that unit. Pre-requisite unit: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry.

Core Units

Elective Units

COURSE COMMENCEMENT

Please get in touch with Anderson College for the intake dates.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

A range of assessment methods employed by Anderson College ensures that assessments are fair, valid, reliable and reasonable while ensuring that Anderson College meets the requirements of the relevant Training Package and the rules of evidence. Assessments for this course have been designed for classroom-based face-to-face delivery and assessment in a real or closely simulated workplace environment.

Based on the assessment methods for each unit of competency, assessment styles incorporated by Anderson College include a range of assessment tasks such as written questions, projects, presentations, report writing, and role plays / observations, undertaken at prescribed assessment schedules.

Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) without completing all 28 units.

RESOURCES / MATERIALS

The training facilities are equipped with all the required equipment in accordance with the training package. Students will be provided with access to the following resources required to complete the qualification successfully upon enrolment:

• Units Notes
• Student Workbooks and Resources
• PowerPoint Slides and Handouts
• Computers
• Microsoft Office Suite

COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this course, student will receive a nationally recognised CPC33020 - Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying. Students who do not complete all units may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment for partial completion of the CPC33020 - Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying.

COURSE DELIVERY LOCATION

Level 3, 85 queen street, Melbourne vic 3000

FURTHER INFORMATION

Before enrolment, each student should ensure she/he meets the following requirements:

• Enrolment Application Form can be downloaded from website or request to be emailed can be forwarded to admission@andersoncollege.vic.edu.au
• Read and understand the complete information available at Anderson College’s website or email your request to info@andersoncollege.vic.edu.au .
• Read and understand all policies and procedures available at Anderson College’s website or email your request toinfo@andersoncollege.vic.edu.au .
• Provide Anderson College with their Unique Student Identifier (USI) number. For more information, see https://www.usi.gov.au/students/create-your-usi
• You can post or visit us at our campus at Level 3, 85 queen street, Melbourne vic 3000. or call Admin on +61 481 875 211.
• You will also find further information about fees and refunds and the enrolment process applied by Anderson College on the website and Student Handbook.
• For further details or queries, Anderson College can be contacted via email at info@andersoncollege.vic.edu.au

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Anderson College has systems in place to ensure that students receive quality training during the course. Anderson College is responsible for compliance, training, and assessment of this course, and it has not acquired any third-party training provider services
• Please review the policies and procedures regarding enrolment, fee refunds, course progress, and complaints and appeals, which are available on the website