CPC30313 Certificate III in Concreting
Description
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of concreters working in concreting operations on residential and commercial projects.
Occupational titles could include Concreter – Concrete pump operator.
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as a specialist field of work.
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.
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 CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.
Mode of Delivery -Recognition of Prior Learning
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Prerequisites
There are no formal pre-requisites for this program; however appropriate experience in the building and construction industry as well as a basic knowledge of the BCA and other standards is required.
Assessment via interview and portfolio of evidence is available to participants with relevant workplace experience within building and construction environments.
Duration
There is no set duration. Duration is dependent on applicant knowledge, skills and experience levels.
Assessment
Participants are required to undertake a number of assessment activities, including:
- Self-assessment
- Third-party assessment
- Competency conversation
- Completion of a portfolio of evidence.
Pathway
- The pathway is:
- Certificate IV of Building and Construction (Building)
- Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
- Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction Management
Student Information
Refer to the student handbook for details, inclusive of course information, student obligations, and services provided.
Units of Competency
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Core units |
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CPCCCA2003A |
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground |
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CPCCCM1012A |
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
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CPCCCM1013A |
Plan and organise work |
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CPCCCM1014A |
Conduct workplace communication |
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CPCCCM1015A |
Carry out measurements and calculations |
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CPCCCM2001A |
Read and interpret plans and specifications |
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CPCCCM2006B |
Apply basic levelling procedures |
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CPCCCO2021A |
Handle concreting materials |
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CPCCCO2022A |
Use and maintain concreting plant, tools and equipment |
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CPCCCO3041A |
Place concrete |
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CPCCCO3042A |
Finish concrete |
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CPCCCO3043A |
Cure concrete |
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CPCCOHS2001A |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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CPCCSF2004A |
Place and fix reinforcement materials |
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Elective units |
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CPCCCA3001A |
Carry out general demolition of minor building structures |
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CPCCCM1016A |
Identify requirements for safe tilt-up work |
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CPCCCM2007B |
Use explosive power tools |
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CPCCCM2008B |
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
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CPCCCO3035A |
Assess and specify concrete supply requirements |
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CPCCCO3036A |
Plan concrete work and brief team |
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CPCCCO3044A |
Carry out decorative finishes to concrete |
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CPCCCO3046A |
Repair and rectify concrete |
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