| National Code |
CPC31020 |
| CRICOS Course Code |
116816G |
| Duration |
56 weeks (including holiday breaks) |
| Total Course fees |
$AU 30,500 |
| Tuition Fees |
$AU 25,000 |
| Non-Tuition Fee |
$5,500 |
| Mode of study |
Face to face theory learning in a classroom and practical training on campus with access to a simulated environment. .
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| Delivery location |
Suite 2 – 17 David St Brunswick Vic 3056 |
| Volume of learning |
1220 hours |
Please Note: Students are required to attend a minimum 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Course 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.
Course Structure
To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 20 units of competency:
- 15 core units, plus
- 5 elective units
| Unit Code |
Unit Name |
Pre-Requisites |
Core/Elective |
| CPCCWHS2001 |
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
Nil |
Core |
| CPCCCM2006 |
Apply basic levelling procedures |
Nil |
Core |
| CPCCCM2008 |
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCOM1012 |
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
Nil |
Core |
| CPCCOM1013 |
Plan and organise work |
Nil |
Core |
| CPCCOM1014 |
Conduct workplace communication |
Nil |
Core |
| CPCCOM1015 |
Carry out measurements and calculations |
Nil |
Core |
| CPCCOM2001 |
Read and interpret plans and specifications |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP2001 |
Handle solid plastering materials |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP2002 |
Use solid plastering tools and equipment |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP2003 |
Prepare surfaces for plastering |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP3001 |
Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP3002 |
Apply set coats |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP3003 |
Apply trowelled texture coat finishes |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCSP3004 |
Restore and renovate solid plasterwork |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Core |
| CPCCCO2013 |
Carry out concreting to simple forms |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Elective |
| CPCCCM2012 |
Work safely at heights |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Elective |
| CPCCCM3001 |
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
Nil |
Elective |
| CPCCPB3026 |
Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems |
CPCCWHS2001 |
Elective |
| CPCCCM3005 |
Calculate costs of construction work |
Nil |
Elective |
This will be delivered over 56 weeks including holiday breaks. Students are required to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Entry Requirements
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Age requirements
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Students must be above 18 years of age while filling up the application form.
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Pre-training Review
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The Pre-Training Review (PTR) will be conducted prior to the enrolment on your course of studies to ensure that the training and assessment provided by Greenhill Institute is able to meet the student’s individual needs. Students are required to fill up the PTR form and submit it along with the application form.
Greenhill Institute will review the student’s current competencies, student needs, English level, support requirements and oral communication skills, to enrol them in the most appropriate course to achieve their intended outcomes.
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English Language Requirements for International students.
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International students applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require either a minimum IELTS test score of 6.0 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course.
or IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 10 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course.
or IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 20 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course.
or Oxford Placement test with a score of 61 or higher.
Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable.
Refer to Enrolment Kit available on this website for additional information.
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Academic Requirements
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To enter this course delivered at Greenhill Institute, applicants should have successfully completed year 12/ Senior Secondary School studies in their home country equivalent to Australian Senior Secondary School Examination (Year 12).
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Mature Age students will also be considered without the minimum education requirements considering they have relevant work experience within the chosen area of study and a demonstrated capacity to meet the course requirements. A minimum of 2 years’ experience would normally be expected; however, each case will be reviewed individually with relevant work experience evidence in the form of an employment reference letter on company letterhead, work samples and curriculum vitae submitted will be considered. Such learner will be accessed for possible RPL opportunities, and their course duration and volume of learning will be adjusted accordingly, if any RPL is granted.
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Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN)
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Students undertaking this course must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires them to do calculations, prepare reports, review market requirements, etc. To determine this, students wanting to study at Greenhill Institute are required to undertake an LLN test prior to the commencement of the course. Based on the test outcome, students may be identified as requiring internal support and/or external support.
LLN tests will be conducted on campus by using an ACSF mapped online LLN assessment tool - LLN Robot under the supervision of qualified LLN Trainer/Assessor. Students are required to undertake a language, literacy, and numeracy test (LLN) according to the following qualification:
CPC31020 - Certificate III in Solid Plastering ACSF Performance Level 3
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Computer literacy requirements
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All students enrolling into this course at Greenhill Institute must have basic computer skills. Students are required to fill in the questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre-Training Review form provided along with the application form.
Students who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with basic computer use support.
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Materials and Equipment Required
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Learners are required to have a practical kit to undertake practical training. This Kit is required to enter the workshop and to be able to undertake training effectively.
Learners can avail themselves of the PPE kit from the institute for 400$ or from outside. However, if learners wish to buy a PPE kit from outside, learners must ensure that the PPE kit meets WHS requirements. Contact Greenhill Institute on 1300136859 for any further information or to enquire about the PPE kit suppliers.
Please Note: Material Fees will only include printed reading materials and handouts provided by the institute.
Physical Abilities requirements Learners are expected to have physical abilities and manual handling required to perform tasks involved while undergoing training effectively. As part of this qualification, students are expected to do manual handling as it is a physically demanding occupation.
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Assessment Methods
All assessments of units of competency will be conducted according to the assessment guidelines and competency standards of the official Training Package for this qualification. Assessment methods include Knowledge questions/written test, Practical demonstration/Observation, projects, Case Study/Reports, Project, Role Plays.
Pathways
Pathways from the qualification
Successful completion may enable the student to apply for CPC50220 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).
Employment/Career pathway
Units in this qualification reflect the knowledge and skills of individuals with significant experience in:
Above pathway information is in line with qualification description on National Training Register (www.training.gov.au) and/or https://www.myskills.gov.au/,It is to be noted that Greenhill Institute doesn’t make any employment outcome claim to the student associated with its courses.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Greenhill Institute recognises qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations in Australia and offers all students the option of Recognised Prior Learning and Credit Transfer. For further details, please refer to the Student Handbook or enquire on campus by calling at 1300136859 or email us at info@greenhillinstitute.vic.edu.au
Course Information may not be sufficient to make an Enrolment decision. Please refer to the information provided in Enrolment Kit available on the website.