Certificate III
in Solid Plastering
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Certificate III in SolidPlastering
National Course Code: CPC31020
This qualification provides a trade outcome in solid plastering for residential and commercial work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, solid plastering. Solid plasterers apply plaster, cement and other mixtures to walls to create smooth or decorative finishes to interior walls and to render to exterior walls.
Occupational titles may include:
Solid Plasterer
Renderer.
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Certificate III in Solid Plastering
National Course Code: CPC31020
CRICOS Course Code: 120144H
Course Duration: 52 Weeks (including holiday break)
Delivery Location: Level 9, 190 Queen St, MELBOURNE, Victoria 3000
Delivery Mode: Face to face (Classroom based)
Study Load: 20 hours per week in the classroom
International Onshore Student Fees
Tuition Fee:  AUD 10,500
Material Fee: AUD 1,500
Application Fee: AUD 250 [Non-Refundable]
International Offshore Student Fees
Tuition Fee: AUD 15,000
Material Fee: AUD 1,500
Application Fee: AUD 250 [Non-Refundable]
| Code | Title | SUPERSIDE OR NOT |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry | CORE |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | CORE |
| CPCSP2001* | Handle solid plastering materials | CORE |
| CPCSP2002* | Use solid plastering tools and equipment | CORE |
| CPCSP2003* | Prepare surfaces for plastering | CORE |
| CPCSP3001* | Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | CORE |
| CPCSP3002* | Apply set coats | CORE |
| CPCSP3003* | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | CORE |
| CPCSP3004* | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | CORE |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | CORE |
| CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | CORE |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | CORE |
| CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications | CORE |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | CORE |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | CORE |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | ELECTIVE |
| BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | ELECTIVE |
| CPCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms | ELECTIVE |
| CPCPB3026* | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems | ELECTIVE |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | ELECTIVE |
Education Pathway:
Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction, CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), Other trade or building-related diplomas and licenses.
Employment Pathway:
Employment may include, but is not limited to:
1. Solid Plasterer
2. Renderer
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfer (CT)
Melbourne College of Business and Technology (MCBT) will offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) to all prospective students through the enrolment process. MCBT has documented policies and procedures for these processes and students are provided details of how to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer through the enrolment process. For further details, please refer to RPL and Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure.
Entry Requirements International Students
Though there are no formal entries requirements listed for this qualification. Students entering this course at MCBT must meet the following entry requirements:
English Language Requirement
Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. For equivalent English Language proficiency testing scores, and other forms of equivalency please refer to the student handbook.
OR
A minimum of two (2) years of study at an AQF Level 4 or higher completed in Australia.
Academic Requirement
Satisfactory completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent. (for International Students–satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required for entry).
Age Requirement: Students must be at a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.
Pre-Enrolment Review
All learners will undertake an initial skills assessment to determine suitability for the course and student needs. The review aims to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, the relevance of the course and relevant experience. This pre-enrolment review also aims to identify any support needs and possible RPL or credit transfer opportunities.
Language Literacy Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND)
All students will be required to complete an LLND assessment prior to course enrolment. MCBT uses LLN robot platform for the assessment.
All reports, training supplements and recommendations are generated by the LLN Robot system after comparing the learner’s ACSF spiky profile to the profile of this course.
Hardware/Software requirements
For students to work on assessments, tasks and self-study all learners are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with
windows operating system and office application like Microsoft word at their own cost. Where needed, MCBT will provide access of computers/laptops with appropriate configurations for students to complete their study at the campus.