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The Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying provides a trade outcome in bricklaying, covering work in residential and commercial applications.

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Duration

Up to 3 years part-time (Croydon campus)

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/Blocklaying provides a trade outcome in bricklaying, covering work in residential and commercial applications.

Course structure

Delivery of this course will be a mixture of workplace assessment, face-to-face contact and class attendance. To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in a total of 27 units of competency, including 21 core units and six elective units.

Units of study

Core units

Carry out setting out (CPCCCA3002A)

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry (CPCCCM1012A)

Plan and organise work (CPCCCM1013A)

Conduct workplace communication (CPCCCM1014A)

Carry out measurements and calculations (CPCCCM1015A)

Read and interpret plans and specifications (CPCCCM2001A)

Apply basic levelling procedures (CPCCCM2006A)

Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding (CPCCCM2008A)

Carry out basic demolition (CPCCCM2009A)

Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (CPCCOHS2001A)

Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials (CPCCBL2001A)

Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment (CPCCBL2002A)

Carry out masonry veneer construction (CPCCBL3002A)

Carry out cavity brick construction (CPCCBL3003A)

Construct masonry steps and stairs (CPCCBL3004A)

Lay masonry walls and corners (CPCCBL3005A)

Lay multi-thickness walls and piers (CPCCBL3006A)

Install flashings and damp proof course (CPCCBL3009A)

Construct masonry arches (CPCCBL3010A)

Construct curved walls (CPCCBL3011A)

Install fire rated masonry construction (CPCCBL3014A)

Elective units

Lay paving (CPCCBL3001A)

Install glass blockwork (CPCCBL3007A)

Construct fireplaces and chimneys (CPCCBL3012A)

Construct masonry structural systems (CPCCBL3013A)

Construct decorative brickwork (CPCCBL3015A)

Construct battered masonry walls and piers (CPCCBL3016A)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

This course allows students to become a bricklayer at the end of their training.

Aims and objectives

Students will be expected to be able to construct housing, undertake general bricklaying work and have the capability of starting their own business.

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

This course is not eligible for a VET Student Loan.

Certificate III in Bricklaying / Blocklaying Estimated course fees for 2018*
You will need to pay this amount	$11,280	$2,940

Certificate III in Bricklaying / Blocklaying

Estimated course fees for 2018*

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

You will need to pay this amount

$11,280

$2,940

Skills First
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Alternative study methods

2018 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students)
Concession	$588	$196

Indicative nominal course hours: 980.

Please note: 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 2018 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted for this course, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Concession

Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Vocational Graduate Certificate/Diploma students are eligible for a concession or exemption of 20% of government subsidised fees if you meet the following criteria:

Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander students
Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

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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