Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing

Modification history

Release 3 Updated reference to general construction induction training program.
Release 2 This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.3.

  • Unit CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications marked with an asterisk as a prerequisite requirement must be met.
  • Unit CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights added to the metadata unit grid.
Release 1 This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0.

Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012.

Qualification description

This qualification is designed to meet the needs of workers who undertake waterproofing for residential and commercial construction work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, construction waterproofing. Waterproofers apply membranes and special coatings to protect contents and the structural integrity of buildings.

Occupational titles may include:

  • Waterproofer.

State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging rules

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

  • 19 units of competency:
    • 14 core units
    • 5 elective units.

Electives must be selected as follows:

  • all five units from the electives listed below, or
  • two units from the electives listed below, plus three units selected from any current training package or accredited course as long as they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome, maintain the integrity of the AQF level of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit used to achieve this qualification.

Prerequisite units

An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.

Core units
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
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCWP2001* Handle waterproofing materials
CPCCWP2002* Use waterproofing tools and equipment
CPCCWP2004* Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application
CPCCWP3001* Apply waterproofing process to below-ground level wet areas
CPCCWP3002* Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas
CPCCWP3003* Apply waterproofing process to above-ground external wet areas
CPCCWP3004* Apply waterproofing remedial processes
CPCCWP3005* Assess construction waterproofing process
   
Elective units
BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities
BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
CPCCCA3012* Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCM2002* Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2007* Use explosive power tools
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2009* Carry out basic demolition
CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001* Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms

Qualification mapping information

Cpc construction, plumbing and services training package 5.0 CPC08 construction, plumbing and services training package Comments E/ne
CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing.

Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012.

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