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    National code: CPC33020

    Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying at Nirimba

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    Class details

    Schedule Pace and number of hours.

    Full Time

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Combination

    Duration

    Course duration Time required to complete this course.

    9 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    Any time

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

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    Time Commitment

    Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

    20 hours

    Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

    10 hours

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday with Day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, multiple-choice questions, assignments

    • Skills assessments: projects

    • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • There is no work placement requirement for this qualification. As an apprentice, you will gain your experience with your employer.

    • If you are enrolling as a non-apprentice, you need to be in relevant employment or have access to appropriate simulated workplace environments to meet the course completion requirements.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:

      • Personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to;
      • Safety clothing (hi-vis) $10
      • Safety footwear (boots) $50
      • Safety glasses $15
      • Hearing protection. $20
      • Stationery such as, but not limited to;
      • Scientific calculator $20
      • Pens, highlighters and markers $20
      • Scale rule $20
      • Portable USB device. $20
      • Mobile technology devices, such as;
      • Mobile phone - Current OS or iOS
      • Tablet - Current 0s or i0s

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • To take this course as an apprenticeship you need to be employed as an apprentice in the industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer and

    • Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 28 units of competency, including 20 core and 8 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Lay multi-thickness walls and piersCPCCBL3006

    • Construct curved wallsCPCCBL3011

    • Construct masonry structural systemsCPCCBL3013

    • Construct masonry archesCPCCBL3010

    • ... 5

    Course deliveryCombination study

    Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

    Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

    Nirimba

    TAFE NSW Nirimba is located within the Nirimba Education Precinct at Quakers Hill, a short 15 minute walk from the Quakers Hill train station. While being Western Sydney’s major centre for training in building and construction, TAFE NSW Nirimba also caters for the game art and design, child studies, music and entertainment and community services sectors.

    Campus address

    Eastern Road Quakers Hill 2763

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Quakers Hill Station is 3000 metres from campus.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Building, bricklaying, roof tiling, carpentry and joinery centre of excellence

    • Dedicated child studies facilities

    • Entertainment Nirimba, a purpose-built contemporary music facility

    • GreenSkills Hub, a state-of-the-art laboratory for environmental sustainability

    • Specialist information technology centre

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed