Course Overview
There are two training models available for this course; on site assessment and on campus assessment.
The on site assessment model is designed for those already working in the construction industry looking to become qualified. The course will give you skills to apply and fix waterproofing material in the construction industry. The model is only available for students with over five years's waterproofing experience.
The on campus assessment model is available for students with no prior waterproofing experience looking to become qualified. This course is held at the Broadmeadows campus over a fifteen week period.
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Core
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| CPCCCM1012A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 20 |
| CPCCCM1013A | Plan And Organise Work | 20 |
| CPCCCM1014A | Conduct Workplace Communication | 20 |
| CPCCCM1015A | Carry Out Measurements And Calculations | 20 |
| CPCCCM2001A | Read And Interpret Plans And Specifications | 36 |
| CPCCOHS2001A | Apply Ohs Requirements, Policies And Procedures In The Construction Industry | 20 |
| CPCCWP2001A | Handle waterproofing materials | 24 |
| CPCCWP2002A | Use waterproofing tools and equipment | 60 |
| CPCCWP2003A | Prepare For Construction Waterproofing Process | 100 |
| CPCCWP2004A | Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application | 100 |
| CPCCWP3001A | Apply waterproofing process to below ground level wet areas | 50 |
| CPCCWP3002A | Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas | 50 |
| CPCCWP3003A | Apply waterproofing process to external wet areas | 50 |
| CPCCWP3004A | Apply waterproofing remedial processes | 50 |
Elective
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| CPCCCA3012A | Frame And Fit Wet Area Fixtures | 24 |
| CPCCCM2002A | Carry Out Excavation | 16 |
| CPCCCM2009A | Carry Out Basic Demolition | 32 |
| CPCCCO2013A | Carry Out Concreting To Simple Forms | 20 |
| CPCCSH2003A | Apply and install sealant and sealant devices | 16 |
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
To apply for the on site model you will require access to a live work site where you will be able to undertake practical assessments.
For course information, please call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or fill our enquiry form.
For Business and Industry
We offer our business and industry clients customised workforce training, flexible delivery (when and where it suits you) and onsite assessments.
Call us on 1300 615 141 or contact us online for an obligation free consultation.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
The fees listed below relate to 2018 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2) and non-tuition fees such as student support fees (table 3).
Table 1
Enrolment type
Government Subsidised
Average annual course fee#
Full Fee
Average annual course fee#
Non-Apprentice
$1997.28
$400
$8350
Table 2
Average material
fees per annum *
$0
Average consumable
fees per annum*
$173.000016
# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.
Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as the Student Support Fee.
2018 Student Services Fee (Table 3)
| |
Type of cohort: |
| |
Eligible full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours) |
Non eligible/FFS full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours) |
Special cohort classes:
- Concession card holders
- Apprentices
- Trainees
- Work based students (100% off campus delivery)
- Full online delivery (100% off campus delivery)
|
Any students studying less than 125 hours in the full year |
| Domestic student services fees for 2018: |
$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total |
$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total |
$60 fixed fee |
None |
Exemptions
The following fee categories are exempt from the SSF -
ASH: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Concession
ASZ: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Non-concession
X: Community-based Orders/Judy Lazarus Transition Centre
OZ: International Student
M: Prisoner
YTC: Young People Transitioning From Care – Concession
YTN: Young People Transitioning From Care - No Concession
Short courses
student contact hours
|
Total hours^
|
Indicative hours*
|
Government Subsidised $/SCH
|
Indigenous Concession $/SCH
|
Full fee $/SCH
|
|
814
|
684
|
$2.92
|
$0.58
|
$12.21
|
^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.
*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2018. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.
For more information about our fees structure, click here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the External Delivery department on 03 9279 2488 to find out the costs for this course.
Where and how can I study?
For the on site model the training is delivered in a flexible way where we will come to your work place and work with you. The model is designed to fit around your working schedule. There may be a requirement to attend workshops this will be at the Broadmeadows campus.
The on campus course will be delivered in a classroom setting at the Broadmeadows campus with students also undertaking practical assessment in a simulated setting.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment in the construction industry as a water proofer, it can also be used as an additional qualification for those in the construction industry carrying out associated waterproofing works.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III in COnstruction Waterproofing CPC31411. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course will lead to higher level studies at Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). This certificate IV course may be part of the requirements to become a registered builder.