CPC31020 - Certificate III in Solid Plastering
Qualification Description
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 CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
- 20 units of competency:
- 15 core units
- 5 elective units.
Electives are to be selected as follows:
- all five units from the electives listed below, or
- four units from the electives listed below, plus one unit selected from any current training package or accredited course as long as it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome, maintains the integrity of the AQF level of this qualification and does not duplicate the outcome of another unit used to achieve this qualification.
Pre-requisite units
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
Core units | |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
CPCCSP2001* | Handle solid plastering materials |
CPCCSP2002* | Use solid plastering tools and equipment |
CPCCSP2003* | Prepare surfaces for plastering |
CPCCSP3001* | Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces |
CPCCSP3002* | Apply set coats |
CPCCSP3003* | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes |
CPCCSP3004* | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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Elective units | |
BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities |
BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures |
CPCCCM2007* | Use explosive power tools |
CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights |
CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms to 11 metres |
CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
CPCCPB3015* | Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems |
CPCCPB3026* | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems |
CPCCSP3005* | Install pre-cast decorative mouldings |
CPCCSP3006* | Install cast plaster blockwork and wall panels |
CPCCSP3007* | Apply plaster by projection machine |
CPCCSP3008* | Carry out conite construction and wall sheet panelling |
This nationally recognised qualification is delivered by Alpha Training & Recognition.