CRICOS CODE: 120519D | COURSE CODE: CPC31320
Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
About this course
This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling 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 floor tiling. Tilers work with materials like ceramic, glass, slate, marble and clay. They cut these materials and lay tiles on walls and floors, both interior and exterior. They may also add decorative touches to their basic work.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
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.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake further studies in the related field, such as the Diploma of Building and Construction.
Mode of Course Delivery
67% face-to-face and 33% online
Timetable
Please contact the college for the class timetable.
Qualification Structure
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| 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 |
| CPCCWF2001* | Handle wall and floor tiling materials |
| CPCCWF2002* | Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment |
| CPCCWF3001* | Prepare surfaces for tiling application |
| CPCCWF3002* | Install floor tiles |
| CPCCWF3003* | Install wall tiles |
| CPCCWF3004* | Repair wall and floor tiling |
| CPCCWF3005* | Install decorative tiling |
| CPCCWF3006* | Install mosaic tiling |
| CPCCWF3007* | Tile curved surfaces |
| CPCCWF3009* | Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
* All the units marked with an asterisk have a pre-requisite UOC:
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
Entry Requirements
There are no pre-requisite requirements for this course, but preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- Have completed a Certificate II in related fields of study, or have relevant workplace experience.
It is recommended that individuals should:
- Be 18 years or older; and
- Have completed Australian Year 12 or its equivalent with suitable English language skills.
- International Students are also required to have an English ability at the IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
A pre‐training interview or a placement test may be required with the candidate to determine the current competency and/or vocational experience, as well as the candidate’s expectations from this course.
Potential Career Outcomes
Successfully completing this training provides the knowledge and skills required for students to gain fulltime/part time or casual employment in the following role/s: