CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying is a nationally recognised trade qualification designed for learners seeking a career in the building and construction industry as a bricklayer, blocklayer or paver. The qualification provides students with the practical skills, technical knowledge and industry understanding required to work across residential, commercial and industrial construction environments.
The course equips students with the skills to carry out a broad range of masonry and construction tasks including handling and preparing bricklaying and blocklaying materials, using bricklaying tools and equipment, laying masonry walls and corners, constructing masonry veneer and cavity brick structures, constructing arches and curved walls, laying paving, installing damp-proof courses and flashings, carrying out concreting to simple forms, erecting restricted height scaffolding, carrying out demolition work and interpreting construction plans and specifications.
Students will also develop knowledge and skills in workplace health and safety, construction calculations, workplace communication, planning and organising work, sustainable work practices and working safely at heights in accordance with current industry standards and workplace expectations.
Training is delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning and hands-on practical training in a purpose-built simulated workshop environment designed to reflect real workplace conditions. Learners will use industry-relevant tools, equipment, materials and techniques to develop practical trade skills aligned with workplace requirements in the bricklaying and blocklaying industry.
This qualification has been structured to support learners with little or no previous experience in bricklaying or construction and enables students to progressively build both foundational and advanced masonry skills. Students are trained to complete practical tasks to workplace standards while developing problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills relevant to the construction sector.
The bricklaying and blocklaying industry strongly emphasises practical workplace application of skills and therefore all units of competency are delivered and assessed in a real or closely simulated workplace environment.
Successful completion of this qualification may lead to employment outcomes such as:
The course also provides pathways into higher level qualifications within the building and construction industry, including Certificate IV and Diploma qualifications in Building and Construction and other related trade pathways.
This qualification is nationally recognised under the:
Yarra College Australia (RTO Code: 45992 | CRICOS Code: 04115A) is authorised to deliver this qualification subject to regulatory approval.
Students seeking enrolment at Yarra College Australia must satisfy all academic, English language, LLND and pre-enrolment review requirements prior to commencement.
Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
Students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:
All learners are required to undertake a pre-training review prior to enrolment. The review identifies:
All students must complete an LLND assessment prior to enrolment. Yarra College Australia uses the LLN Robot platform to assess learners’ language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills and determine appropriate learner support requirements.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between Australian states and territories. Relevant state and territory authorities should be consulted to confirm current requirements.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified in the Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice: Construction Work is mandatory for individuals carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry satisfies this requirement.
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Possible job outcomes include:
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Students may progress to higher qualifications such as:
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| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| 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 |
| CPCCBL3010* | Construct masonry arches |
| CPCCBL3009* | Install flashings and damp proof course |
| CPCCBL3006* | Lay multi-thickness walls and piers |
| 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 |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
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| CPCCCM2009* | Carry out basic demolition |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract |
| CPCCBL3018* | Install aerated autoclaved concrete products |
| CPCCSF2004* | Place and fix reinforcement materials |
| CPCCBL3001* | Lay paving |
| CPCCBL3015* | Construct decorative brickwork |
| CPCCBL3017* | Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry |
| CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms |