CRICOS Course Code
41244
CRICOS Provider code
Delivery mode
Qualification Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for individuals working in the glass and glazing industry. It provides competencies associated with the manufacture, processing, installation and repair of glass and glazing products used in residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Graduates may undertake tasks involving measuring, cutting, processing, handling, assembling and installing glass products, as well as estimating jobs, interpreting plans and applying industry standards and codes of practice.
Occupational titles may include:
- Glazier
- Glass Installer
- Glass Processor
- Glass and Glazing
- Tradesperson
- Glass Fabricator
This qualification provides a pathway for employment within the glass and glazing industry and may support progression to higher-level qualifications in manufacturing, construction and glazing operations.
Mode of Delivery
This qualification is delivered through a combination of:
- Face-to-face classroom training
- Practical workshop-based training
- Online learning activities
Training is conducted at:
PCS Pacific College Sydney
Level 4, 79 George Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
Practical Workshop Facility
Seven Hills, NSW
Students are required to attend scheduled classes and practical training sessions and complete all assessment activities.
Course Details
Course duration
- 52 Weeks Total Duration.
- 44 Weeks of Training and Assessment
- 8 Weeks of Scheduled Term Breaks.
Weekly Study Commitment
- 15 hours face-to-face classroom and practical training
- 5 hours Online learning activities
Total Scheduled Learning: 20 hours per week
Supplementary classes may be scheduled where required due to public holidays, missed classes, or reassessment requirements.
This qualification reflects the skills and knowledge required to work in the glass and glazing industry as a:
- Glazier
- Glass Installer
- Glass Processor
- Glass Fabricator
- Glass and Glazing
- Tradesperson
Career opportunities may exist within residential, commercial and industrial glazing projects involving glass processing, fabrication, installation and repair. PCS Pacific College Sydney does not guarantee employment outcomes upon completion of this qualification.
Students who successfully complete this qualification may progress to:
- MSF40122 Certificate IV in Glass and Glazing
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Additional pathway opportunities may be available depending on individual career goals and industryrequirements.
International students must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
- Participate in a pre-enrolment interview and pre-training review.
- Demonstrate sufficient Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills.
- Provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to:
- IELTS Overall Band Score of 6.0; or
- An equivalent recognised English language test score.
English language evidence may also be demonstrated through previous studies completed in English, subject to college assessment requirements.
Students must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during practical training and workshop activities.
PPE may include:
- Safety boots
- High-visibility clothing
- Safety glasses
- Cut-resistant gloves
- Hard hat
- Hearing protection
- Protective clothing as required
Students must comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, safe work procedures and
trainer instructions during practical sessions. Special attention must be given to the safe handling, processing and installation of glass products.
Students must be physically capable of undertaking practical construction activities, including:
- Standing for extended periods
- Lifting and carrying construction materials
- Using hand and power tools
- Working at heights
- Performing practical tasks in workshop and simulated work environments
| CODE | TITLE |
|---|---|
| CORE UNITS | |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| MSFGG2014 | Cut thin glass by hand |
| MSFGG2015 | Process glass by basic machines |
| MSFGG3039 | Manually move glass |
| MSFGN2001 | Make measurements and calculations |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace |
| MSMSUP106 | Work in a team |
| ELECTIVE UNITS | |
| MSMWHS200 | Work safely |
| MSFGG4017 | Apply standards and codes of practice for the glass and glazing industry |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| MSFGN3001 | Read and interpret work documents |
| MSFGN3006 | Estimate and cost job |
| MSFGG2016 | Assemble glazing products |
| MSFGG3028 | Select, cut and process materials for glazing products |
| MSFGG3029 | Assess glass and glazing requirements |
| MSFGG3031 | Cut thick glass |
| MSFGG3032 | Mirror glass |
| MSFGG3034 | Install residential windows and doors |
| MEM30031A | Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements |
| MSFGG4019 | Manage glass and glazing industry production scheduling |
| BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements |
PCS Pacific College Sydney
Level 4, 79 George Street
Parramatta NSW 2150
Workshop Facility: Seven Hills NSW
RTO Code: 41244
CRICOS Provider Code: 04146E
