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National code: MSM30216

Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application at Wollongong

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Variable

Delivery Method of course delivery.

Combination

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

2 years

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Any time

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

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

15 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.

12 hours

Fee details

Full fee This is the non-subsidised fee for the course. Payment plans may be available.

$11,040

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is offered by block attendance. Each block session will run on Thursday and Friday from 8.00am 3.30pm for 12 blocks over 2 years.

Additional information Other 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, multiple choice

  • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

  • Verbal assessments

  • Submission of a logbook

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 for this qualification.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

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.

  • COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:

    • Working in the Industrial Coatings and Abrasive Blasting industry
    • Have a current Whitecard.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 31 Units of competency, including 11 core and 20 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.

  • Perform engineering measurements MEM12023A

  • Perform computations MEM12024A

  • Plan to undertake a routine task MEM14004A

  • Plan a complete activity MEM14005A

Course delivery Combination 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.

Wollongong

Meaning ‘Sound of the Sea’ in the D'harawal Aboriginal Language, Wollongong is the gateway to the South Coast of New South Wales. TAFE NSW Wollongong is just minutes away from the city centre and adjacent to the University of Wollongong’s main campus. You can enjoy the area's beaches, eateries, shopping and entertainment. We have established arrangements permitting TAFE NSW graduates to easily transfer to University programs.

Campus address

Foleys Lane North Wollongong 2500

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

North Wollongong Station is 900 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.

  • Fully equipped library offering eResources, books, magazines, DVDs, subject specific library course guides, computers, reference services and more.

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.

  • Mon 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed