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Qualification Title National Certificate in Floor and Wall Tiling (Level 4)
Qualification Type National Certificate
Level 4
Credits 171
Subject Area
  • Architecture and Building » Building » Ceiling, Wall and Floor Fixing
  • Planning and Construction » Construction Trades » Floor and Wall Tiling
Strategic Purpose Statement
The National Certificate in Floor and Wall Tiling (Level 4) [Ref: 0726] is designed for people wishing to work in the construction industry as floor and wall tilers, and provides a means of recognising current competence for those already in the industry.

The qualification comprises a single Compulsory section that includes knowledge of tiles, contract drawings, under tile heating systems, and acoustic membrane systems; and knowledge and skills related to first aid, construction site safety, use of hand and power tools, determining quantities, set up of work areas, preparation of surfaces, set-out of tiles, application of primers and adhesives, installation of tiles, application of grouts and flexible sealants, application of sealers, installation of waterproofing systems, installation of mortar beds, self levellers and screed compounds, and mosaic tiling.

Holders of the qualification are able to successfully complete, without supervision, all facets of work involved in floor and wall tiling in the workplace to a professional standard.

This qualification stands alone as recognition of competence in floor and wall tiling, while sharing standards with several other trade-level qualifications within the construction industry, allowing movement between industries. People who have completed the National Certificate in Building, Construction, and Allied Trades Skills (Level 1) [Ref: 1367] and/or the National Certificate in Building, Construction, and Allied Trades Skills (Level 2) [Ref: 1368] will already have gained standards towards this qualification. It also provides the trade knowledge and skills for those wishing to move into supervisory roles within the industry.
Entry Requirements Not available
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 0726
Status Discontinued
Created 2000-02-22 00:00:00.0
Last Reviewed 2016-02-18 00:00:00.0
Last Date For Entry 2018-12-31 00:00:00.0
Discontinued 2020-12-31 00:00:00.0

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