CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Course Code	CPC31020
CRICOS Course Code	119928H
Duration	52 weeks
Mode of Study	Blended- Classroom based Face to Face theory learning and practical training at Solid Plastering workshop.
Delivery Location	Classroom based Face to Face theory learning: 73 Ashley Street, Braybrook, Victoria 3019. Practical training - Workshop: Workshop: 99-101 Davies Avenue, Sunshine North, VIC 3020
Amount of Training	20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Intake Dates	Monthly Intake

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Course Description

This qualification reflects the role of solid plasterers working in the building and construction industry. Individuals applying plaster finishes to internal and external surfaces of residential and commercial buildings.

Course Structure

In order to achieve qualification CPC31020 – Certificate III in Solid Plastering, student must complete following 20 units of competencies.

15 core unit, plus
5 elective units

Core

CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise Work
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCSP2001 Handle solid plastering materials
CPCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment
CPCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering
CPCSP3002 Apply Set coats
CPCSP3001 Apply float and renderer to straight and curved surfaces
CPCSP3003 Apply trowel texture coat finishes
CPCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork

Elective

CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms
BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
BSBESB301 Investigate business oppotuinities
CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations

Total Volume of Learning : 1224 hours

Amount of Training

220 hours of face-to-face training in classroom.
198 hours of practical training in automotive workshop.

Assessment

182 hours of theory assessment.
420 hours of practical assessment.

Structured Independent Learning

204 hours of Structured Independent Learning

This will be delivered over 61 Weeks of course duration including 51 weeks delivery plus 10 Weeks holidays. Students will be required to attend minimum 20 hours per week of study to deliver required volume of learning.

Entry Requirements

Minimum 18 Years of age
Year 11 or Equivalent of Australian Education
IELTS score – 6.0
PTR (pre training review)
LLN test prior to enrolment

Age Requirement

Students must be above 18 years of age while filling up the college application form.

Academic requirements

CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering: To enter into this course delivered at Melbourne Trades College, Applicants should have minimum completed Australian senior secondary school examination (year 11) or equivalent.

English level requirement for international students

Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or PTE score of 52 or its equivalent. For equivalency of various English Languages proficiency testing, and other forms of equivalency please refer to the Enrolment policy and procedure available on the MTC website or MTC student handbook online.

PTR and LLN Requirement

Students must complete a Pre-Training Review and successfully complete a LLN test to confirm the ability to effectively undertake the course.

Pre – Training Review (PTR)

Melbourne Trades College will assess the learner’s needs by conducting a PTR. PTR will be conducted prior to enrolment to review student’s current competencies, student needs, English level, and support requirements including their oral communication skills, in order to enrol them in the most appropriate course to achieve their intended outcomes. Applicants are required to fill up the PTR form along with the application form and answer all the questions in a true and correct manner.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN)

Students undertaking the course must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires them to do calculations or any other course related work. To determine this, all students wanting to study at Melbourne Trades College are required to undertake a LLN Test prior to the commencement of the course. Based on the test outcome, students may be identified as requiring internal support and/or external support. LLN test will be conducted on campus by using an ACSF mapped online LLN assessment tool – LLN Robot – under the supervision of qualified LLN assessor. The required performance level for CPC31020 – Certificate III in Solid Plastering is ACSF Level 3.

Computer literacy requirement

All students enrolling into Melbourne Trades College programs must have basic computer skills. Students are required to fill in the questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre-Training Review form attached along the application form. Students who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with basic computer using support. Students may contact Melbourne Trades College for any further information or assistance on PHONE: 03 7066 5255 EMAIL: Info@melbtc.vic.edu.au

Physical Fitness

Student must have physical attributes suitable for working in the automotive industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices (i.e., removing and fitting engine electrical components and parts).

For further clarification on entry requirements please refer to Student Handbook available on MTC website www.melbournetradescollege.vic.edu.au or email us on info@melbtc.vic.edu.

Assessment Methods

Assessment will usually commence once training has begun. As this is a competency-based program, assessment continues throughout the program until the participant either achieves competency in the assessment tasks or a further training need is identified and addressed. Students will be required to perform in a range of assessment tasks including and not limited to knowledge questions in the form of written assessments and being observed demonstrating assessment tasks.

Vocational Pathways

Students exiting the qualification may choose to progress with further studies by undertaking one or more of the following qualifications: • CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Employment/Career pathway

The course, CPC31020 – Certificate III in Solid Plastering is considered a trade course, upon successful completion of the course and nationally recognised qualification is issued. Students are provided with advice on employment and further training options throughout the delivery of the program.

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Possible job titles include

Solid Plasterer
Renderer

Above pathway information is in line with qualification description on National Training Register (www.training.gov.au) and/or https://www.myskills.gov.au/, it does not imply any job guarantee or job role at the end of the course.

If a student is granted with RPL or course credit, Melbourne Trades College will give a written record of the decision to the overseas student to accept and will retain the written record of acceptance and payment receipts for two years after the overseas student ceases to be an accepted student. If student is granted with RPL or course credit which will reduce overseas student’s length course,

Students will be informed of the reduced course duration following granting of RPL and ensure the confirmation of enrolment (COE) is issued only for the reduced duration of the course.
Any changes in course duration will be reported in PRISMS, if RPL or course credit is granted after the overseas student visa is granted.

Note: For more information please refer to Student Prospectus and Student Handbook

Note: Melbourne Trades College does not guarantee any employment outcomes with its programs.