Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

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National code: CPC33020 Certificate (TAFE) Croydon Send me a link to this course

As communities expand, the call for skilled bricklayers is growing. Across residential and commercial construction sites, jobs remain plentiful. Discover the skills and techniques for a career with solid foundations in Swinburne’s Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying.

As an apprentice in fun and dynamic environments that mirror real-world conditions, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to build all manner of structures, or even become your own boss. Learn how to lay building blocks, bricks and pre-cut stone in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches and more.

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to become a trade qualified bricklayer in a high-demand occupation. You can also start your own bricklaying business, or level up your studies with the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) to become a registered builder.

Duration

Up to 3 years part-time (Croydon campus)

Intakes

Croydon (February, March, April, July, August, October) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Part-time

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying provide you with a highly sought after trade in bricklaying, enabling you to work on residential and commercial construction sites.

Course structure

This qualification allows you to become a trade qualified bricklayer at the end of the training contract with your employer. On completion you will be working in a high demand occupation and can also start your own bricklaying business and work for yourself or enrol into the CPC40120 Cert IV in Building and Construction (Building) to further your career to become a registered builder.

Units of study

Core units

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry (CPCCOM1012)

Conduct workplace communication (CPCCOM1014)

Carry out measurements and calculations (CPCCOM1015)

Read and interpret plans and specifications (CPCCOM2001)

Apply basic levelling procedures (CPCCCM2006)

Carry out setting out (CPCCCA3002)

Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding (CPCCCM2008)

Work safely at heights (CPCCCM2012)

Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials (CPCCBL2001)

Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment (CPCCBL2002)

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (CPCCWHS2001)

Lay masonry walls and corrners (CPCCBL3005)

Carry out masonry veneer construction (CPCCBL3002)

Carry out cavity brick construction (CPCCBL3003)

Lay multi-thickness walls and piers (CPCCBL3006)

Install flashings and damp proof course (CPCCBL3009)

Construct masonry structural systems (CPCCBL3013)

Plan and organise work (CPCCOM1013)

Construct masonry arches (CPCCBL3010)

Construct curved walls (CPCCBL3011)

Elective units

Lay paving (CPCCBL3001)

Carry out basic demolition (CPCCCM2009)

Construct masonry steps and stairs (CPCCBL3004)

Install fire-rated masonry construction (CPCCBL3014)

Construct fireplaces and chimneys (CPCCBL3012)

Construct decorative brickwork (CPCCBL3015)

Construct battered masonry walls and piers (CPCCBL3016)

Undertake the heritage restoration process (CPCCST4002)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

Aims and objectives

Apprentices will be able to construct housing, undertake general bricklaying work and have the ability to start your own business. You will be skilled in laying building blocks, bricks and pre-cut stone in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches and other structures in a dynamic and flexible learning environment that replicates the worksite.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$12,810	$3,420	$684

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$12,810

$3,420

$684

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,008.

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Entry requirements

Completed Year 10 minimum.

How to apply

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059