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CPC31320

Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

Progress your career in the construction industry with this apprenticeship course. Complete your training with TAFE Queensland to become a qualified tiler and recognised tradesperson.

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Course overview

Complete this apprenticeship qualification with TAFE Queensland to become a qualified wall and floor tiler. According the the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, wall and floor tilers are currently a skill in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. There's likely to be around 9,000 job openings in this occupation over the next five years with employers looking for people who are reliable, hardworking, and work well in a team. 

In this course you will learn how to lay ceramic, clay, slate, marble, glass and other types of tiles on external and internal walls and floors. You'll use tiles to create protective and decorative finishes and learn how to use tile-cutting tools to cut and shape tiles needed for edges, corners, or around obstacles such as fittings and pipes. You may complete new installations or renovation work on interior or exterior surfaces of houses, shops, offices, factories as well as structures such as swimming pools and spas. Our industry-qualified teachers will ensure you can undertake tiling tasks in a safe and effective manner.

Successful completion of this qualification as part of an apprenticeship allows you to become a qualified wall and floor tiler and recognised tradesperson.

What can I do?

  • Wall and Floor Tiler

Course outcome:

CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

Industry-relevant teachers

Our teaching staff are at the top of their game and are still heavily involved in the industry. This means you're being taught by people who know what employers are looking for and where the construction sector is headed.

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Skills Assessment and Gap Training program – this course is subsidised under this program. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 3 elective units from the list below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCCM2006
    Apply basic levelling procedures
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCCM2006
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out levelling in a single plane for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set-out of building components. It includes the set-up, testing and use of levelling devices, and establishing and transferring heights using a range of levelling equipment. The unit supports workers in the construction industry who use a variety of common methods and equipment when working with others and as a member of a team. It applies to levelling work on residential and commercial work sites.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001 , CPCCWHS2001 , CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Apply basic levelling procedures

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCOM1012
    Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCOM1012
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCOM1013
    Plan and organise work
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCOM1013
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan and organise basic work tasks on a construction site.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Plan and organise work

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCOM1014
    Conduct workplace communication
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCOM1014
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Conduct workplace communication

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCOM1015
    Carry out measurements and calculations
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCOM1015
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic measurements and calculations to determine task and material requirements in a construction work environment.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Carry out measurements and calculations

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCOM2001
    Read and interpret plans and specifications
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCOM2001
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations at a basic level.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF2001
    Handle wall and floor tiling materials
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF2001
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely handle and store wall and floor tiling products and materials.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Handle wall and floor tiling materials

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF2002
    Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF2002
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3001
    Prepare surfaces for tiling application
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3001
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to repair and prepare different substrates for wall and floor tiling applications.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Prepare surfaces for tiling application

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3002
    Install floor tiles
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3002
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install floor tiles to different substrates.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Install floor tiles

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3003
    Install wall tiles
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3003
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to use adhesive to install wall tiles to differing substrates.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Install wall tiles

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3004
    Repair wall and floor tiling
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3004
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to repair tiling by replacing wall and floor tiles.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Repair wall and floor tiling

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3005
    Install decorative tiling
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3005
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to locate and set out dimensions and plans for decorative tiling projects to form specific patterns.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Install decorative tiling

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3006
    Install mosaic tiling
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3006
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install mosaic tiles to wall and floors.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Install mosaic tiling

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3007
    Tile curved surfaces
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3007
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to tile curved surfaces.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Tile curved surfaces

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWF3009
    Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWF3009
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply waterproofing to internal and external wet areas ready for tiling.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCCWHS2001
  • UNIT NAME
  • Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCWHS2001
    Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCWHS2001
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or off-site construction workplaces.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

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At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).


Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (CPC31320)

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Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

COURSE CODE: CPC31320
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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

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No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

While there are no entry requirements for this course, TAFE Queensland requires you to be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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