CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
CRICOS Course Code: 119253B
Looking to advance your career in the construction industry? This qualification reflects the trade-qualified role of a professional bricklayer, blocklayer, or paver.
Through this Certificate III in Bricklaying course, you will gain responsibility for undertaking a wide range of tasks, including:
- Heritage bricklaying and refractory bricklaying.
- Bricklaying, blocklaying, and paving work.
- Projects in residential, industrial, and commercial contexts.
- Work on both existing and new constructions.
This course is perfect for anyone who wants to work towards recognition as a qualified bricklayer or blocklayer. Secure your future in the trade today.
Career Outcomes
Job roles related to this qualification include:
- Bricklayer
- Blocklayer
- Paver
- Heritage Bricklayer
Qualification Entry Requirements
Macallan Entry Requirements
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study.
- Students require a completed Year 10 or equivalent; or Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies .
- Student’s must have English proficiency as guided by Macallan College’s English Proficiency Policy and Procedures.
- IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5.
NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test.
- Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.
Course Duration
Course Duration
52 Weeks
Mode of Study
Face to Face
Delivery And Assessment
- Classroom / face to face
- Practical workshop sessions
Training and Assessment will be conducted through a combination of blended learning environments. Both knowledge and skill assessments are required to be completed with a competent outcome for each unit to achieve your certificate.
Pathways
After completing this course, you could enrol into:
- CPC40920 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management)
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- CPC60120 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction
For other relevant qualifications or explore further study options in the construction sector please refer to www.training.gov.au
Certificate Issuance
A Certificate is issued where all 28 units have been deemed competent. A Statement of Attainment is issued when only some units are deemed competent and the course is not completed in full.
Issuing of your Certificate and or Statement of Attainment occurs within 30 days of your last unit being deemed competent, however, this may be delayed in the event that you have not provided your Unique Student Identifier (USI) or you have any outstanding fees.
Qualification Rules & Units of Competency
28 units of competency
20 core units + 8 elective units
The following list of units of competency have been selected as being an appropriate combination and suitable for industry required outcomes.
| Units Code | Units | Core | Electives | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CPCCBL2001 | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials | Core | |
| 2 | CPCCBL2002 | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | Core | |
| 3 | CPCCBL3002 | Carry out masonry veneer construction | Core | |
| 4 | CPCCBL3003 | Carry out cavity brick construction | Core | |
| 5 | CPCCBL3005 | Lay masonry walls and corners | Core | |
| 6 | CPCCBL3006 | Lay multi-thickness walls and piers | Core | |
| 7 | CPCCBL3009 | Install flashings and damp proof course | Core | |
| 8 | CPCCBL3010 | Construct masonry arches | Core | |
| 9 | CPCCBL3011 | Construct curved walls | Core | |
| 10 | CPCCBL3013 | Construct masonry structural systems | Core | |
| 11 | CPCCCA3002 | Carry out setting out | Core | |
| 12 | CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core | |
| 13 | CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core | |
| 14 | CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | Core | |
| 15 | CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core | |
| 16 | CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Core | |
| 17 | CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core | |
| 18 | CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core | |
| 19 | CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core | |
| 20 | CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core | |
| 21 | CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Core | |
| 22 | CPCCPA3001 | Prepare subgrade, base and bedding course for segmental paving | Elective (c) | |
| 23 | CPCCSF2004 | Place and fix reinforcement materials | Elective (c) | |
| 24 | CPCCPA3002 | Lay segmental paving | Elective (c) | |
| 25 | CPCCPA3003 | Cut segmental paving | Elective (c) | |
| 26 | CPCCPA3004 | Finish segmental paving | Elective (c) | |
| 27 | CPCCPA3005 | Maintain and repair segmental paving | Elective (c) | |
| 28 | CPCCCM2009 | Carry out basic demolition | Elective (list) |
Fees & Charges
Campus
- Adelaide
- Brisbane
- Sydney