CPC31220
Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining)

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Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining)

The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances.

Our fee estimator will give you an indication of the type of fee you might expect to pay, but is intended as a guide only and doesn’t include other costs associated with your course. Please contact us on 1300 655 307 to confirm your fee.

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Course overview

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Locations

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

Apprentices/Trainees

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 2,859.00
Concession* $ 390.00
Commercial $ 15,592.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Start a career in construction by learning how to fix walls and ceilings in residential and commercial settings.

In this qualification you will learn how to fix standard plasterboard wall sheets, fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets, construct and install bulkheads, assemble partitions and fix battens.

In addition, you will learn how to fix wet area sheets, fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas, fix fibre cement board, mix plastering compounds, finish plasterboard joints manually and manually sand plaster work, cut and fix paper-faced cornices and install suspended ceilings.

You will also learn how to work safely at heights, plan and organise work, carry out measurements and calculations, read and interpret plans and specifications and apply work health and safety (WHS) requirements, policies and procedures.

This qualification is offered as an Australian Apprenticeship and requires you to be employed by a suitable industry-specific employer. You will attend scheduled campus-based training during your employment.

In this qualification you will learn how to fix standard plasterboard wall sheets, fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets, construct and install bulkheads, assemble partitions and fix battens.

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Entry Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a CPC31220 - Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining).

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
CPCCCA3014	Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3026	Assemble partitions
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
CPCCPB3001	Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
CPCCPB3002	Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
CPCCPB3003	Fix battens
CPCCPB3004	Fix wet area sheets
CPCCPB3005	Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas
CPCCPB3006	Fix fibre cement board
CPCCPB3007	Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work
CPCCPB3008	Mix plastering compounds
CPCCPB3009	Finish plasterboard joints manually
CPCCPB3010	Manually sand plaster work
CPCCPB3012	Cut and fix paper-faced cornices
CPCCWC3003	Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
CPCCWC3004	Install suspended ceilings
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Elective units
CPCCCM2006	Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2007	Use explosive power tools
CPCCCM2008	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM3001	Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCPB3016	Install and finish columns
CPCCPB3018	Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work
CPCCPB3022	Use mechanical jointing equipment to finish joints
CPCCWC3001	Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to curved wall and ceiling substrates
CPCCWC3002	Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arch substrate

Career opportunities

Wall and Ceiling Liner
Drywaller
Plasterer

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Career opportunities

Wall and Ceiling Liner
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Plasterer

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Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

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CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining)

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CPC31220
Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining)