CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CRICOS Code: 119519C
Qualification Status: Current
Entry Requirement: There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Bentley College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Bentley College is able to provide.
- Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 10 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
- Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
Please Note: It is highly recommended that student must have successfully completed ‘CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’, prior commencing this course.
Total Electives Units: 5
Total Core Units: 15
Mode of Delivery: Blended
Total Course Duration: 52 weeks, including 44 study weeks and 8 weeks of holidays.
Delivery Location: Level 4, 55 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Melbourne VIC 3000
Pathways: Once students have successfully completed CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering, they can apply for roles within the construction industry related to solid plastering such as solid plasterer and/or renderer. The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building),
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or
- Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the CPC Training Package.
Covid-19 Variation to Delivery and Assessment Strategy
Course Structure A total of 20 Units (15 Core and 5 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 20 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core |
CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core |
CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core |
CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Core |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core |
CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core |
CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
CPCCSP2001* | Handle solid plastering materials | Core |
CPCCSP2002* | Use solid plastering tools and equipment | Core |
CPCCSP2003* | Prepare surfaces for plastering | Core |
CPCCSP3001* | Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | Core |
| CPCCSP3002* | Apply set coats | Core |
| CPCCSP3003* | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | Core |
| CPCCSP3004* | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | Core |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | Elective |
| CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Elective |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | Elective |
| CPCCCM2007* | Use explosive power tools | Elective |
| CPCCPB3026* | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems | Elective |
Assessment Methodology Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include::
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Further Information For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook available on
www.bentley.edu.au for all related policies and procedures and other important information related to international students including Covid-19, living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc. Please contact the Administration Manager at
admin@bentley.edu.au or at +61 (3) 8648 8775 for further information.