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10 months
On-campus. Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute.
Part time
February | March | May | July | August
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
77 - 91 St Georges Rd, Preston VIC 3072
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Apply basic levelling procedures
Elective
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Elective
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Core
Plan and organise work
Core
Conduct workplace communication
Core
Carry out measurements and calculations
Core
Read and interpret plans and specifications
Core
Apply and install sealant and sealant devices
Elective
Handle wall and floor tiling materials
Elective
Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment
Elective
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Core
Handle waterproofing materials and components
Core
Use waterproofing tools and equipment
Core
Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application
Core
Apply waterproofing system to below ground level wet areas
Core
Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas
Core
Apply waterproofing process to external above-ground wet areas
Core
Apply waterproofing remedial processes
Core
Assess construction waterproofing processes
Core
Common Questions
You must complete 19 units (14 compulsory and five electives) to achieve this qualification. A maximum of two of the five required elective units may be substituted by selecting relevant units of competency from any Certificate III or Certificate IV construction qualification in another endorsed training package.
Yes, this course is listed as a Free TAFE course. The State Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative covers the cost of tuition (excluding Amenities Fees and Materials Fees) for eligible students. Free TAFE is available to eligible students for one course enrolment in a lifetime, and Free TAFE places are limited. You can call 1300 635 276 to check if places are still available.
The Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing is delivered on-campus at Melbourne Polytechnic's Epping and Heidelberg campuses. The course runs for 6 months part time, with intakes available in February, March, May, July, and August.
You'll practice core skills for the construction industry, as well as specialised techniques for internal, external, below-ground and remedial waterproofing. The course covers how to prevent water and dampness penetrating building walls using the latest industry technologies, with training in dedicated construction training facilities.
If you are not eligible for Free TAFE, the tuition fee options are: a concession fee of $610, a government subsidised fee of $3,050, or a non-subsidised fee of $12,400. Including the maximum annual amenities fee, total payable amounts are $790 (concession), $3,310 (subsidised), or $12,660 (non-subsidised). The Free TAFE option has a total payable of $260 (amenities only).
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