CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Become a Qualified Plasterer/ Wall and Ceiling Liner
Meet the technical requirements for a Plastering Drywall Licence with QBCC.
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Launch your trade career in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Become Trade Qualified with the CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining and start your career in one of the most versatile occupational sectors that you can enter. This building and construction qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and ceiling lining for residential and commercial construction work.
The CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining covers common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work wall and ceiling lining such as manually sanding plaster work, installing suspended ceilings and using mechanical jointing equipment to finish joints.
The CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining can be completed as an Apprenticeship and meets the technical requirements to obtain your QBCC Plastering Drywall Licence.
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CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
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Course Structure What this course offers
This CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining course is a trade level qualification that gives you the skills, knowledge and experience to be competent and feel confident onsite. It is aimed at anyone looking to work on residential or commercial projects with specialist lining skills.
Ways to Study
To achieve this qualification, you must demonstrate competency in 22 core units and 7 elective units from the options below.
* Prerequisite Unit Required
Core Units (22)
- CPCCWHS2001 – Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (Pre-requisite unit)
- CPCCPB3012* – Cut and fix paper-faced cornices
- CPCCPB3005* – Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas
- CPCCCM2012* – Work safely at heights
- CPCCPB3007* – Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work
- CPCCOM1015 – Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCPB3002* – Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
- CPCCPB3003* – Fix battens
- CPCCWC3003* – Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
- CPCCPB3004* – Fix wet area sheets
- CPCCOM2001* – Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCPB3009* – Finish plasterboard joints manually
- CPCCCA3014* – Construct and install bulkheads
- CPCCOM1014 – Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCPB3008* – Mix plastering compounds
- CPCCOM1013 – Plan and organise work
- CPCCPB3006* – Fix fibre cement board
- CPCCPB3001* – Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
- CPCCWC3004* – Install suspended ceilings
- CPCCOM1012 – Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCCA3026* – Assemble partitions
- CPCCPB3010* – Manually sand plaster work
Suggested Elective Units (7)
- CPCCPB3014* – Install bulk insulation and pliable membrane products
- CPCCCM2006 – Apply basic levelling procedures
- CPCCPB3017* – Rectify faults in drywall applications
- CPCCPB3018* – Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work
- CPCCPB3022* – Use mechanical jointing equipment to finish joints
- CPCCPB3027 – Install ceiling insulation products
- BSBESB301 – Investigate business opportunities
This qualification meets one of the requirements for a you to obtain a licence with your states regulatory body. Please consult with your local authority to ensure you are eligible and meet other criteria prior to commencing studies with us.
Wall and Floor Tiling
Scope of Work
- Cut and fix tile, including ceramic, glass, marble, slate, stone and terracotta tiles, to fireplaces, floors, hearths, spas, swimming pools and walls
- Construct terrazzo floors, steps, risers and stringers
- Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling
- Incidental work of another class.
Qualifications Required
Any one of the following:
- Successful completion of either an apprenticeship in wall and floor tiling or the CPC31311 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling.
- Successful completion of a course the authority considers is at least equivalent to a course mentioned above.
- A recognition certificate as a qualified wall and floor tiler
- A qualification or statement of attainment of required competency for the class of licence.
Managerial Qualification
Keen to get your trade contractor or nominee supervisor licence? After the completion of this qualification we recommend that you undertake an Approved Managerial Course for Trade Contractors. FTA delivers the approved managerial qualification BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business – ask us about this today!
Note: This information is sourced from QBCC website and is accurate as at January 2022 for QLD licence holders only. For more information please refer to QBCC.
- Plasterer
- Wall and Ceiling Liner
- Trades Person
The course duration will vary depending on your experience, skills and chosen study mode. As a guide:
- Apprenticeship: Between 12 – 42 months depending on the type of apprenticeship and the apprentice’s ability
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): 3-6 months- this term may be extended by Funding Criteria, amount of RPL awarded and subsequent Gap Training required – eligibility criteria apply
- CSQ:
- Program completion date is 20 September 2022 (for the Skills Assessment and Gap Training Program 2021/22 Contract).
- Fee for Service: 3-12 months subject to the amount of RPL awarded and subsequent Gap Training required
Your skills will be assessed through a mix of practical and theory tasks. Which is essentially showing us what you’ve learnt and how you do it.
Theory will be assessed Online.
Practical Assessment will be conducted at your place of work or work site with fit for purpose facilities and equipment which are to be made available to your FTA trainer & Assessor for training and assessment purposes.
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