CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Build a career from the ground up
This course provides the skills and knowledge to lay bricks and blocks for domestic, commercial and public building projects.
Experience hands-on learning using the latest techniques and advanced equipment in a purpose-built workshop.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the course fees, capped for each year at $1,200; or $400 (plus resource fee) if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more
Overview
Campuses Thornlie | Rockingham
When Continuous enrolment
Study Mode Apprenticeship
When you complete the Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying you will be ready for a certified trade career as a bricklayer or blocklayer.
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Thornlie and Rockingham Campuses offer first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to lay bricks for domestic, commercial, and public buildings.
- construct arches
- columns
- feature walls
- steps & stairs
- curved walls
- ornamental panels
- interpret plans
- apply work health and safety requirements
Select your preferred campus and apply
All year round
Details
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBL2001 | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials |
| CPCCBL2002 | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment |
| CPCCBL3002 | Carry out masonry veneer construction |
| CPCCBL3003 | Carry out cavity brick construction |
| CPCCBL3005 | Lay masonry walls and corners |
| CPCCBL3006 | Lay multi-thickness walls and piers |
| CPCCBL3009 | Install flashings and damp proof course |
| CPCCBL3010 | Construct masonry arches |
| CPCCBL3011 | Construct curved walls |
| CPCCBL3013 | Construct masonry structural systems |
| CPCCCA3002 | Carry out setting out |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| 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 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBL3001 | Lay paving |
| CPCCBL3004 | Construct masonry steps and stairs |
| CPCCBL3007 | Install glass blockwork |
| CPCCBL3014 | Install fire-rated masonry construction |
| CPCCBL3015 | Construct decorative brickwork |
| CPCCBL3016 | Construct battered masonry walls and piers |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
| CPCCPA3003 | Cut segmental paving |
Details
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBL2001 | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials |
| CPCCBL2002 | Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment |
| CPCCBL3002 | Carry out masonry veneer construction |
| CPCCBL3003 | Carry out cavity brick construction |
| CPCCBL3004 | Construct masonry steps and stairs |
| CPCCBL3005 | Lay masonry walls and corners |
| CPCCBL3006 | Lay multi-thickness walls and piers |
| CPCCBL3009 | Install flashings and damp proof course |
| CPCCBL3010 | Construct masonry arches |
| CPCCBL3011 | Construct curved walls |
| CPCCCA3002 | Carry out setting out |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| 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 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBL3001 | Lay paving |
| CPCCBL3007 | Install glass blockwork |
| CPCCBL3013 | Construct masonry structural systems |
| CPCCBL3014 | Install fire-rated masonry construction |
| CPCCBL3015 | Construct decorative brickwork |
| CPCCBL3016 | Construct battered masonry walls and piers |
| CPCCCM2009 | Carry out basic demolition |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |