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.
CPC31311 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
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.
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.
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.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 3 elective units from the list below.
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CPCCCM1012AWork effectively and sustainably in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCCM1012A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the construction industry. It covers the identification and clarification of the construction industry work context, scope and employment conditions, responsibility required to be accepted by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement activities and sustainable work practices and techniques. |
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | |
CPCCCM1013APlan and organise workUnit code: CPCCCM1013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and organise individual and group work activities on a construction site. The unit includes identifying task requirements, planning steps and organising work. |
Plan and organise work | |
CPCCCM1014AConduct workplace communicationUnit code: CPCCCM1014A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment. It includes gathering, conveying and receiving information through verbal and written forms of communication. |
Conduct workplace communication | |
CPCCCM1015ACarry out measurements and calculationsUnit code: CPCCCM1015A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment. |
Carry out measurements and calculations | |
CPCCCM2001ARead and interpret plans and specificationsUnit code: CPCCCM2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations. It includes the identification of types of plans and drawings and their functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols and abbreviations, the identification of key features and specifications on a site plan, the comprehension of written job specifications and the recognition of document status and amendment detail. |
Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
CPCCCM2006BApply basic levelling proceduresUnit code: CPCCCM2006B 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. |
Apply basic levelling procedures | |
CPCCOHS2001AApply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCOHS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others. |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | |
CPCCWF2001AHandle wall and floor tiling materialsUnit code: CPCCWF2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to handle, store and apply environmental principles to wall and floor tiling products, materials and components. It includes the preparation, handling, sorting and stacking, distribution and disposal of wall and floor tiling products, materials and components in the application of the tiles to walls and floors. |
Handle wall and floor tiling materials | |
CPCCWF2002AUse wall and floor tiling tools and equipmentUnit code: CPCCWF2002A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely and effectively use tools and equipment specific to ceramic wall and floor tiling work. It includes identification, selection and use of tools for specific applications. |
Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment | |
CPCCWF3001APrepare surfaces for tiling applicationUnit code: CPCCWF3001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to repair and prepare different substrates for wall and floor tiling applications. It includes the preparation of materials and substrates for the tiling process. |
Prepare surfaces for tiling application | |
CPCCWF3002AFix floor tilesUnit code: CPCCWF3002A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fix floor tiles to different substrates using mortar or adhesive. It includes the preparation, cutting, fixing and grouting of tiles for floors, including steps/stairs and thresholds. |
Fix floor tiles | |
CPCCWF3003AFix wall tilesUnit code: CPCCWF3003A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fix wall tiles to differing substrates, using mortar or adhesive. It includes the preparation, cutting, fixing and grouting of tiles for walls, including internal and external wall junctions and between wall and floor junctions. |
Fix wall tiles | |
CPCCWF3004ARepair wall and floor tilesUnit code: CPCCWF3004A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to repair wall and floor, using mortar or adhesive. It includes preparing, removing and replacing wall and floor tiles. |
Repair wall and floor tiles | |
CPCCWF3006ACarry out mosaic tilingUnit code: CPCCWF3006A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fix a mosaic directly into place to a tiled wall or floor. It includes the cutting and laying out of a pattern or template and the application of the tiles to the required area. |
Carry out mosaic tiling | |
CPCCWF3007ATile curved surfacesUnit code: CPCCWF3007A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to tile curved surfaces on solid and sheet substrate, using mortar or adhesive. It includes the preparation for and tiling of curved wall and floor surfaces, columns, circular walls and arches. |
Tile curved surfaces | |
CPCCWP3002AApply waterproofing process to internal wet areasUnit code: CPCCWP3002A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply waterproofing practices and principles to internal wet areas. It includes identification of the waterproofing system to be used, its preparation and its application. |
Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas |
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Greater Brisbane | ||
CPCCCO2013ACarry out concreting to simple formsUnit code: CPCCCO2013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely install formwork, reinforcement and place and finish concrete for the construction of minor slabs, pathways and other minor works to a specified design finish. The unit includes positioning the truck, placing concrete from truck to work area, spreading concrete and cleaning up site. |
Carry out concreting to simple forms | |
CPCCWF3005ACarry out decorative tilingUnit code: CPCCWF3005A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to locate and set out dimensions and plans for decorative tiling projects, to form a specific pattern and meet client requirements. It includes identifying, setting out, cutting and laying out tiles to walls and floors where advanced setting out is required to align wall and floor joints, including heritage tiles. |
Carry out decorative tiling | |
CPCCWF3008ATile domestic pools and spasUnit code: CPCCWF3008A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to tile a domestic pool or spa. It includes setting out, tiling and finishing straight, curved and tapered pool or spa wall and floor surfaces. |
Tile domestic pools and spas | |
Sunshine Coast | ||
BSBSMB406Manage small business financesUnit code: BSBSMB406 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and review financial management strategies on a regular basis. |
Manage small business finances | |
CPCCWF3005ACarry out decorative tilingUnit code: CPCCWF3005A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to locate and set out dimensions and plans for decorative tiling projects, to form a specific pattern and meet client requirements. It includes identifying, setting out, cutting and laying out tiles to walls and floors where advanced setting out is required to align wall and floor joints, including heritage tiles. |
Carry out decorative tiling | |
CPCCWF3008ATile domestic pools and spasUnit code: CPCCWF3008A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to tile a domestic pool or spa. It includes setting out, tiling and finishing straight, curved and tapered pool or spa wall and floor surfaces. |
Tile domestic pools and spas | |
Gold Coast | ||
CPCCCO2013ACarry out concreting to simple formsUnit code: CPCCCO2013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely install formwork, reinforcement and place and finish concrete for the construction of minor slabs, pathways and other minor works to a specified design finish. The unit includes positioning the truck, placing concrete from truck to work area, spreading concrete and cleaning up site. |
Carry out concreting to simple forms | |
CPCCSP2002AUse solid plastering tools and equipmentUnit code: CPCCSP2002A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use solid plastering tools, plant and equipment. It includes the identification, selection and safe use of a range of commonly used solid plastering tools, plant and equipment and the storage and user maintenance of these. |
Use solid plastering tools and equipment | |
CPCCWF3005ACarry out decorative tilingUnit code: CPCCWF3005A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to locate and set out dimensions and plans for decorative tiling projects, to form a specific pattern and meet client requirements. It includes identifying, setting out, cutting and laying out tiles to walls and floors where advanced setting out is required to align wall and floor joints, including heritage tiles. |
Carry out decorative tiling |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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
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DAY RELEASE
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DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
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Ashmore | Apprenticeship |
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DAY RELEASE
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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.
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