CPC32313 Certificate III in Stonemasonry (Monumental/Installation)
Course Description
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of stonemasons working with sandstone, limestone, marble and other types of stone and stone products to produce stone monuments, buildings and building components, such as walls, floors, arches, chimneys, stairs, windows, decorative mouldings, fireplaces and benchtops.
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as a specialist field of work.
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.
Career Opportunities
- Construction mason
- Finisher
Learning Pathways
After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake a range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications within the CPC08 Training Package.
Mode of Delivery
Recognition of Prior Learning
Click here to learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Units of Competency
| Core units | |
| CPCCCA3002A | Carry out setting out |
| CPCCCA3023A | Carry out levelling operations |
| CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM1013A | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCCM1014A | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCCM1015A | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCCM2002A | Carry out excavation |
| CPCCCM2005B | Use construction tools and equipment |
| CPCCCM2008B | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCO2013A | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
| CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCST2003A | Finish stone |
| CPCCST2004A | Lay stone |
| CPCCST2006A | Identify and use stone products |
| CPCCST3001A | Dress and mould stone |
| CPCCST3002A | Shape solid stone |
| CPCCST3003A | Split stone manually |
| CPCCST3004A | Dress stone manually |
| CPCCST3006A | Machine stone |
| CPCCST3022A | Carry out profile work |
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Elective units
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| BSBSMB301 | Investigate micro business opportunities |
| BSBSMB406 | Manage small business finances |
| CPCCBL3016A | Construct battered masonry walls and piers |
| CPCCCA3014A | Construct bulkheads |
| CPCCCM2007B | Use explosive power tools |
| CPCCCM2009A | Carry out basic demolition |
| CPCCCM2010B | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM3001C | Operate elevated work platforms |
| CPCCJN2001A | Assemble components |
| CPCCJN2003A | Package manufactured products for transport |
| CPCCPA3001A | Prepare subgrade, base and bedding course for segmental paving |
| CPCCPA3002A | Lay segmental pavers |
| CPCCPA3003A | Cut segmental pavers |
| CPCCST2005A | Carry out load slinging of off-site materials |
| CPCCST3007A | Turn stone |
| CPCCST3009A | Use computer-controlled static machinery to produce stone components |
| CPCCST3010A | Set out and cut letters in stone |
| CPCCST3011A | Plan monument construction |
| CPCCST3012A | Build stone veneer walls |
| CPCCST3013A | Carry out cemetery monument fixing |
| CPCCST3014A | Set and anchor stone facades |
| CPCCST3015A | Apply gilding to stone |
| CPCCST3016A | Build solid stonemasonry walls |
| CPCCST3017A | Construct stone arches |
| CPCCST3018A | Inlay lead to stone |
| CPCCST3019A | Lay stonemasonry stairs |
| CPCCST3020A | Produce reconstituted stone |
| CPCCST3021A | Renovate and restore stone work |
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