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CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining

CRICOS COURSE CODE: 119727F


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Course Description


This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and ceiling lining for residential and commercial construction 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 wall and ceiling liner. Wall and ceiling liners apply and fix linings for non-structural walls and ceilings.
Occupational titles may include:

  • Wall and ceiling liner
  • Drywaller
  • Plasterer.

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.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
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


Training Pathway


Students who successfully complete this course may progress onto Certificate IV in Building & Construction, or Diploma of Building & Construction (Building).


Employment Pathway


This course provides participants with the skills to obtain the occupational position across building & construction industrial sector.
Occupational titles may include:

  • Wall and ceiling liner.
  • Drywaller.
  • Plasterer.

Completing this course does not guarantee a graduate will secure a relevant job.


Qualification


Upon successful completion of all the units of competency in this course, students will be issued CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining testamur and a Record of results. If a student successfully completes some but not all of the units of competency in the course, they will be issued a Statement of attainment indicating the units they have successfully completed.


Course Structure


Students are required to undertake a total of 29 units to complete this course. This comprises 22 core and 7 elective units.


Core Unit
Unit Name
CPCCCA3014 Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3026 Assemble partitions
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
CPCCPB3001 Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
CPCCPB3002 Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
CPCCPB3003 Fix battens
CPCCPB3004 Fix wet area sheets
CPCCPB3005 Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas
CPCCPB3006 Fix fibre cement board
CPCCPB3007 Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work
CPCCPB3008 Mix plastering compounds
CPCCPB3009 Finish plasterboard joints manually
CPCCPB3010 Manually sand plaster work
CPCCPB3012 Cut and fix paper-faced cornices
CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
CPCCWC3004 Install suspended ceilings
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Elective Unit
Unit Name
CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCCCA3001 Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2007 Use explosive power tools

Assessment Methods


Assessment methods used include knowledge questions, reports, research activities and practical demonstrations/ observations. Methods also include simulated workplace environments whereby workplace environments and conditions are simulated and student student’s complete tasks to workplace standards.


Delivery Methods


The course is delivered via face-to-face training and independent study. The following techniques are employed during face-toface delivery depending on the subject matter: trainer demonstrations, power point presentations, individual tasks, research, role
plays, practical demonstrations, and group work. The context of the simulated workplace environment will be incorporated into
delivery methodologies and student's complete tasks to workplace standards.
Students also undertake independent study and assessment activities in addition to scheduled classes. Examples of activities
include undertaking homework set by trainers, research, reading, practicing applying knowledge and skills learnt in class, and
preparing for and undertaking out of class assessment tasks.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer


Recognition of Prior Learning is the process of formal recognition for skills and knowledge gained through previous learning. You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning for part or all your intended course, based on your previous experiences and learning.

You may be eligible for a credit transfer if you have previously undertaken training through an Australian Registered Training Organisation. Students who have successfully completed whole units of competency with an Australian Registered Training Organisation that are identical to any of those contained within this course can apply for Credit Transfer.


Entry requirements

Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of course commencement. Students must secure an appropriate visa that allows them to study in an Australian Registered Training organisation prior to course commencement.


Intakes

Intakes throughout the year. Contact the Institute for details.


Academic entry requirements

To gain entry to this course, students should have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11* or 12 qualifications. (*Subject to the country Assessment Level) and course.


English Language entry requirements

Applicants for this qualification must have a minimum English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 (overall band) or an equivalent exam result recognised by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. This entry requirement includes applicants demonstrating an mminimum of IELTS 5.5 in each component.


Numeracy And Digital Literacy Entry Requirements

Applicants for this course should possess numeracy skills of ACSF level 2 and digital literacy skills of level 3. During the enrolment process your numeracy and digital literacy ability is assessed to ensure you can address course requirements


Resource entry requirements

Students must supply their own laptop with Microsoft Office software e.g., Office 365 Personal that includes Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Publisher. Institute will confirm the software requirements with each student pre-enrolment. Students must supply their own safety shoes with protective toe caps.


Training Pathway

Students who successfully complete this course may progress onto Certificate IV in Building & Construction, or Diploma of Building & Construction (Building).


Employment Pathway

This course provides participants with the skills to obtain the occupational position across building & construction industrial sector.
Occupational titles may include:

  • Wall and ceiling liner.
  • Drywaller.
  • Plasterer.

Completing this course does not guarantee a graduate will secure a relevant job.



Course Duration


This course is offered over two different durations:
52 weeks including holidays. This includes 46 weeks of term time and 6 weeks’ holidays. Term time consists of two 12-week terms
and two 11- week terms. Holiday periods include one 2-week Christmas holiday and one two week and two 1- week term holidays.
36 weeks including holidays. This includes 34 weeks of term time and 2 weeks’ holidays. Term time consists of two 17-week
terms. Holiday periods include one 2-week term holidays. Depending on intake a two week Christmas break may also be included.

Course hours and commitment


52 WEEK COURSE DURATION: During term time students attend scheduled face to face classes for 16 hours per week. Students
will be required to undertake additional independent study and assessment activities completed outside of the classroom for
approximately 10 hours per week. Independent study is a mandatory part of the course. Total study commitment per week is 26
hours per week (30 hours per week if attending supervised study sessions).
36 WEEK COURSE DURATION: During term time students attend scheduled face to face classes for 24 hours per week. Students
will be required to undertake additional independent study and assessment activities completed outside of the classroom for
approximately 12 hours per week. Independent study is a mandatory part of the course. Total study commitment per week is 36
hours per week (40 hours per week if attending supervised study sessions).
Face to face classes is scheduled during the day or night or mixture of both. Day time classes are 8 hours and night classes are 4
hours in duration. Day classes operate from 8.30am to 5.30pm and night classes 6.00 to 10.00pm.
Students also have the option of attending a supervised study session for 4 hours per week.



Course fee details are available on :

https://git.vic.edu.au/fees.aspx



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