52893WA Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Mortar Trades Pre-apprenticeship)
Try a variety of trades to see which one's for you
This exciting new mortor trades course is perfect for those not sure of which trade is for them. You'll cover bricklaying, wall and floor tiling, solid plastering and wall and ceiling fixing.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills program, through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession.
^ You will pay half price for the tuition fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as Resource fees that are specific to your course. For full details see our Half price courses page.
Overview
Campus Balga | Clarkson
When Semester 1, 2025
Study Mode On campus
Try a variety of trades to see which one's for you
The Building and Construction industry is one of the largest employers in Australia. Due to the successful mining resource sector, increasing economic activity and migration to Australia from overseas, there is currently a massive shortage of residential homes, apartments, and commercial buildings. This has led to huge demand for qualified tradesmen and Apprentices in all trades.
North Metropolitan TAFE's exciting new mortar trades course is perfect for those not sure of which trade is for them. You'll cover bricklaying, wall and floor tiling, solid plastering and wall and ceiling fixing.
Offered at our Balga and Clarkson campuses, you'll gain an introduction to each of the above trades. You can then decide which trade pathway to choose, and the relevant lecturer will help organise work placement with a qualified employer which can lead to an Apprenticeship and the start of a successful and rewarding career.
Construction pathway courses lead to lifelong learning where on completion of an apprenticeship, you can complete further training and progress to become a Builder, Supervisor, Scheduler, Estimator, Trade Lecturer, or many other Construction careers.
- Prepare bricklaying and block laying materials
- Apply basic levelling procedures
- Measurements and calculations
- Basic installation of wall tiles
- Fix standard plasterboard wall sheet
- Read and interpret plans and specifications
- Workplace health and safety
- Prepare surfaces for plastering
I have the following attributes:
- Aptitude for practical work and for following plans
- Good vision and hand eye co-ordination
- Able to do basic mathematical calculations
- Good physical fitness
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with customers
- Very precise and careful with work
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $602.64 + Resource fee $635.00 )
(Tuition fee* $178.56 + Resource fee $635.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
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 |
CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
CPCCBL2001 | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
CPCCCM2013 | Undertake basic installation of wall tiles |
CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
CPCCPB3001 | Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets |
CPCCSP2003 | Prepare surfaces for plastering |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $602.64 + Resource fee $635.00 )
(Tuition fee* $178.56 + Resource fee $635.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
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 |
CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
CPCCBL2001 | Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
CPCCCM2013 | Undertake basic installation of wall tiles |
CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
CPCCPB3001 | Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets |
CPCCSP2003 | Prepare surfaces for plastering |
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