Overview
This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial construction work. It provides training in all aspects of tiling including wall and floor, mosaic tiling and water proofing processes.
Qualification: Qualification: |
Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling CPC31311 |
Program No: Program No: |
C3-BE41 |
Campus: Campus: |
CIT Bruce |
Duration: Duration: |
6 semesters part-time (10 blocks each year, with a block being 3 days every 3 weeks) - duration may vary depending on the individual's progress through competencies. |
Cost Info: Cost Info: |
Fee information for completing this course under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement is available on the Apprenticeships and Traineeships page. The total program cost may vary if subjects are attempted more than once.
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Indicative Cost: Indicative Cost: |
$1,881 Apprentice/trainee $1,790
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Likely Job Outcome: Likely Job Outcome: |
Qualified wall and floor tiler. |
Enrolment Type: Application Type: |
Apprentice/Trainee |
Share: |
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Additional Information
You will need to provide clothing and appropriate safety footwear suitable for working on a construction site and personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, dust masks and hearing protection.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001 covers this requirement.
Skills Recognition
Entry Requirements
You must:
- be able to read and write documents and understand maths concepts to a level required to complete Year 10 (early in the program your skills will be checked - if you cannot read and write documents and complete maths work to the level needed, you will be enrolled in additional subjects to help you build the skills needed to successfully complete the program)
If you are entering this program as an Apprentice under the Australian Apprenticeships arrangements, you must be employed in the industry and you must register with an Apprentice Network Provider (ANP) prior to enrolment.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework levels of at least 2 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your program of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this program. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with a lower level program, or enrol in the Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways (FSK10213) to develop your literacy skills. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 19 subjects
Stage 1 - Complete all 9
- CPCCCM1012A
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
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CIT Code: |
CNST692 |
Cost: |
Standard $43.00 Apprentice $55.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare
for and sustain effective work within the construction industry. It
covers the identification and clarification of the construction
industry work context, scope and employment conditions, responsibility
required to be accepted by the individual, working in a team,
individual career path improvement activities and sustainable work
practices and techniques. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CPCCCM1014A
Conduct workplace communication
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CIT Code: |
COMM476 |
Cost: |
Standard $43.00 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to
communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace
environment. It includes gathering, conveying and receiving
information through verbal and written forms of communication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CPCCCM1015A
Carry out measurements and calculations
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CIT Code: |
CNST694 |
Cost: |
Standard $43.00 Apprentice $55.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry
out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and
material requirements for a job in a construction work environment.
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Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CPCCCM2001A
Read and interpret plans and specifications
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CIT Code: |
CNST415 |
Cost: |
Standard $86.00 Apprentice $55.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read
and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction
operations. It includes the identification of types of plans and
drawings and their functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols
and abbreviations, the identification of key features and
specifications on a site plan, the comprehension of written job
specifications and the recognition of document status and amendment
detail. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CPCCCM2006B
Apply basic levelling procedures
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CIT Code: |
CNST225 |
Cost: |
Standard $21.50 Apprentice $50.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry
out levelling in a single plane for the purpose of establishing
correct and accurate set out of buildings components. It includes the
set up, testing and use of levelling devices, and establishing and
transferring heights using a range of levelling equipment. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCOHS2001A
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the
construction industry
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CIT Code: |
OHSS249 |
Cost: |
Standard $43.00 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry
out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site
construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe
manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the
planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for
personal safety and the safety of others. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CPCCWF2001A
Handle wall and floor tiling materials
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CIT Code: |
CNST461 |
Cost: |
Standard $75.25 Apprentice $145.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to
handle, store and apply environmental principles to wall and floor
tiling products, materials and components. It includes the
preparation, handling, sorting and stacking, distribution and disposal
of wall and floor tiling products, materials and components in the
application of the tiles to walls and floors. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCWF2002A
Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment
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CIT Code: |
CNST462 |
Cost: |
Standard $215.00 Apprentice $150.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely
and effectively use tools and equipment specific to ceramic wall and
floor tiling work. It includes identification, selection and use of
tools for specific applications. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCWF3001A
Prepare surfaces for tiling application
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CIT Code: |
CNST463 |
Cost: |
Standard $86.00 Apprentice $120.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to repair
and prepare different substrates for wall and floor tiling
applications. It includes the preparation of materials and substrates
for the tiling process. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction
industry |
Stage 2 - Complete all 4
- CPCCWF3002A
Fix floor tiles
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CIT Code: |
CNST464 |
Cost: |
Standard $258.00 Apprentice $120.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fix
floor tiles to different substrates using mortar or adhesive. It
includes the preparation, cutting, fixing and grouting of tiles for
floors, including steps/stairs and thresholds. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCWF3003A
Fix wall tiles
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CIT Code: |
CNST465 |
Cost: |
Standard $301.00 Apprentice $120.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fix
wall tiles to differing substrates, using mortar or adhesive. It
includes the preparation, cutting, fixing and grouting of tiles for
walls, including internal and external wall junctions and between wall
and floor junctions. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCWF3004A
Repair wall and floor tiles
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CIT Code: |
CNST466 |
Cost: |
Standard $86.00 Apprentice $125.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to repair
wall and floor, using mortar or adhesive. It includes preparing,
removing and replacing wall and floor tiles. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCWP3002A
Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas
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CIT Code: |
CNST471 |
Cost: |
Standard $107.50 Apprentice $165.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply
waterproofing practices and principles to internal wet areas. It
includes identification of the waterproofing system to be used, its
preparation and its application. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction
industry |
Stage 3 - Complete 6
- CPCCWF3006A
Carry out mosaic tiling
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CIT Code: |
CNST468 |
Cost: |
Standard $86.00 Apprentice $310.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fix a
mosaic directly into place to a tiled wall or floor. It includes the
cutting and laying out of a pattern or template and the application of
the tiles to the required area. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCWF3007A
Tile curved surfaces
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CIT Code: |
CNST469 |
Cost: |
Standard $172.00 Apprentice $165.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to tile
curved surfaces on solid and sheet substrate, using mortar or
adhesive. It includes the preparation for and tiling of curved wall
and floor surfaces, columns, circular walls and arches. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- CPCCCM3001C
Operate elevated work platforms
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CIT Code: |
CNST189 |
Cost: |
Standard $75.25 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely
and effectively operate some types of elevated work platforms (EWPs)
in a variety of different terrains and situations to access isolated
work areas. The unit includes locating, setting up, operating and
shutting down EWPs. In addition to achievement of this competency, an
EWP operator may need to obtain additional certification of training
and experience before being allowed to operate the equipment. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCCM2010B Work safely at heights CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS
requirements, policies and procedures in the construction
industry |
- CPCCCM2010B
Work safely at heights
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CIT Code: |
CNST565 |
Cost: |
Standard $21.50 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to work
safely on construction sites where the work activity involves working
above 1.5 metres from ground level and where fall protection measures
are required. |
Prerequisites: |
CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in
the construction industry |
- BSBSMB301
Investigate micro business opportunities
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CIT Code: |
BUSN134 |
Cost: |
Standard $74.50 Apprentice $110.00 |
Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to consider
the major elements of a business idea, undertake research to determine
viability of the business opportunity and present the idea with
reference to the legislative frameworks affecting the business. It
applies to individuals who are establishing or operating a micro
business for self-employment. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CPCCCM1013A
Plan and organise work
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CIT Code: |
CNST693 |
Cost: |
Standard $43.00 Apprentice $55.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan
and organise individual and group work activities on a construction
site. The unit includes identifying task requirements, planning steps
and organising work. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
More Information
For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au