This course is for people who want to work in the wall and floor tiling trade. You will learn how to lay tiles on a variety of internal and external surfaces which may be horizontal, vertical, curved, sloping and twisted. You will receive training in the tools required for this work also learn about waterproofing wet areas, tile types, tile accessories, tile glues, tiling patterns and cement mortars. Course Structure To receive the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Apply basic leveling procedures Apply Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas Carry out measurements and calculations Carry out mosaic tiling Conduct workplace communication Fix floor tiles Fix wall tiles Handle wall and floor tiling materials Plan and organise work Prepare surfaces for tiling application Read and interpret plans and specifications Repair wall and floor tiles Tile curved surfaces Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry Additional Units Carry out concreting to simple forms Carry out decorative tiling Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding Investigate micro business opportunities Manage small business finances Operate elevated work platforms Organise schedules Tile domestic pools and spas Use bricklaying and Block laying tools and equipment Work safely at heights Career opportunities This course enables you to work in the Wall and Floor Tiling Industry and satisfies the educational requirement of the Office of Fair Trading for the issue of a wall and floor tiling trade contractor’s license.