Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
21 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Masonry | Masonry Technology
Area of study
Architecture and Construction
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
This comprehensive tiling program equips students with the skills and knowledge to become proficient wall and floor tilers. Through hands-on training and theoretical instruction, participants learn about safety, tool handling, materials, installation techniques, and business management. The program prepares individuals for careers in the construction industry, including roles as tilers, laborers, and business owners.
Program Outline
Outline:
Module 1: Be Safe
- Unit: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
- Description: Provides skills to apply health and safety policies and procedures in the workplace, including identifying hazards, understanding health and safety legislation, and responding to emergencies and incidents.
Module 2: Pen to Paper
- Unit: CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- Description: Teaches how to read and interpret plans and specifications, enabling students to carry out their work with accuracy. Covers types of plans, drawings, symbols, abbreviations, key features, and written job specifications.
Module 3: The Start
- Unit: CPCCWF2002 Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment
- Description: Gives hands-on experience in using tiling tools and equipment safely and effectively, emphasizing planning, selecting tools, and cleaning up the worksite.
Module 4: Numbers and Figures
- Unit: CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- Description: Teaches how to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for tiling jobs. Includes practice in theory workshops and vocational placement.
Module 5: Smoko Break
- Unit: CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
- Description: Teaches effective communication with workers and team members in a tiling workplace, including gathering, conveying, and receiving information through verbal and written forms.
Module 6: Safety First
- Unit: BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
- Description: Focuses on identifying and assessing hazards, controlling risks, and managing workplace compliance requirements.
Module 7: Be Green
- Unit: CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- Description: Teaches how to work with others, accept responsibility, identify development needs, comply with environmental regulations, and prioritize sustainability.
Module 8: The Tools
- Unit: CPCCWF2001 Handle wall and floor tiling materials
- Description: Provides hands-on experience with tiling products and materials, covering their purpose, legislation, and required workplace documentation.
Module 9: Nice Curves
- Unit: CPCCWF3007 Tile curved surfaces
- Description: Teaches how to install mosaic tiles on walls and floors, including cutting, laying out patterns, and applying tiles.
Module 10: Make It Stick
- Unit: CPCCWF3002 Install floor tiles
- Unit: CPCCWF3003 Install wall tiles
- Description: Provides hands-on practice in fixing floor and wall tiles using mortar or adhesive, covering preparation, cutting, fixing, and grouting of tiles, including steps, stairs, and thresholds.
Module 11: Repair It
- Unit: CPCCWF3004 Repair wall and floor tiling
- Description: Teaches how to repair damaged or defective wall and floor tiles using mortar or adhesive, without impacting surrounding tiles.
Module 12: Prep It
- Unit: CPCCWF3001 Prepare surfaces for tiling application
- Description: Emphasizes the importance of planning and preparing materials for different substrates for wall and floor tiling applications.
Module 13: No Leaks
- Unit: CPCCWF3009 Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling
- Description: Teaches effective waterproofing practices and principles for internal wet areas, covering preparation of waterproofing for installation, substrate preparation, and application of waterproofing.
Module 14: Show Me The Money
- Unit: BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
- Description: Focuses on financial management strategies, using digital technologies, including regular reviews and evaluations.
Module 15: Explore Trade
- Unit: BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities
- Description: Guides students in identifying and researching business opportunities, including key components, viability determination, and consideration of legislative frameworks.
Module 16: Plan to have a Plan
- Unit: CPCCOM1013 Plan and organize work
- Description: Teaches planning and organization skills for construction sites, including basic work task planning and coordination.
Module 17: On the Level
- Unit: CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
- Description: Teaches how to carry out levelling in a single plane for building components, including setup, testing, and use of levelling devices, and establishing and transferring heights.
Module 18: Check Mate
- Unit: CPCCWF3006 Install mosaic tiling
- Description: Provides hands-on training in installing mosaic tiles on walls and floors, covering cutting, laying out patterns, and applying tiles.
Module 19: The Vision
Careers:
- Wall & Floor Tiler
- Labourer
- Business Owner
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