CPC30220 – CRICOS: 116530K
CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
Unlock a rewarding career in the building and construction industry with the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. This nationally recognized qualification equips you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel as a professional carpenter.
Throughout this course, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a range of carpentry tasks, including setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and non-timber materials. Our industry-experienced trainers will guide you through every step, ensuring you master the techniques and safety standards required in the trade.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001 covers this requirement.
Take the first step towards becoming a qualified carpenter and build your future today!
Duration:
- 104 weeks including 80 weeks of study and 24 weeks of holidays.
Mode of Study:
- Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning
- Practical Training and Assessment
- Work-Based Training
Mode of Delivery:
This program is delivered face to face
Delivery Schedule:
- Classes are rostered for 2½ days per week.
- Full-Time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Fees
Enrolment Fees: $250
Tuition Fees: $24000
Material Fees: $2000
Training and Assessment strategy
Throughout the course, you will be able to develop knowledge and skills by participating in various learning activities such as;
- Face to face discussions
- Group activities
- Research tasks
- Team building activities
- Industry excursions
- Guest speaker sessions
- Written assessments
- Role-plays and other skill demonstrations
- Presentations
- Projects/Portfolio Evidence
- Oral/verbal assessments
You will need to complete assessments for this course which may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Reports
- Role plays/observations
Recognition of Prior learning
Recognition is available upon request students with prior skills, experience, knowledge, or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Academic Requirements
- Completion of high school studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 (international students only, year 11 or equivalent) schooling OR
- Completion of secondary school /A level education overseas OR
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the relevant industry as per AQF requirements
English Language Requirement (for international students only):
In instances where the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requires evidence of English language proficiency for student visa application, you will need to provide proof that you satisfy one of the following English language requirements:
- IELTS Test Score of 6.0
- PTE Academic Test Score of 46; OR
- Cambridge English Test Score of 169 OR
- OET Pass Grade; OR
- Currently studying in Australia and have studied for a period of 6 months or more at AQF Certificate III level or above.
Seeking to build a career in the following carpentry specialties:
- Commercial Carpentry
- Formwork Carpentry
- Residential Carpentry
Intending to pursue higher vocational qualifications such as Certificate IV in Building and Construction.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 34 units of competency, including: 27 core units, 7elective units.
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s)must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk.
Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification
Unit code | Unit title | Core / Elective | |
|---|---|---|---|
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core | |
CPCWHS3001 | Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies | Core | |
CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core | |
CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core | |
CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Elective | |
CPCCCA3025* | Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work | Core | |
CPCCCA2002* | Use carpentry tools and equipment | Core | |
CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | Core | |
CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | Elective | |
CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core | |
CPCCCA2011* | Handle carpentry materials | Core | |
CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core | |
CPCCOM3001 | Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements | Core | |
CPCCOM3006 | Carry out levelling operations | Core | |
CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Elective | |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Elective | |
CPCCCA3006* | Erect roof trusses | Core | |
CPCCCA3027* | Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools | Elective | |
CPCCJN3003* | Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames | Elective | |
CPCCCA3007* | Construct pitched roofs | Core | |
CPCCCA3008* | Construct eaves | Core | |
CPCCCA3002* | Carry out setting out | Core | |
CPCCCA3001* | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | Core | |
CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Core | |
CPCCCA3028* | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground | Core | |
CPCCCA3012* | Frame and fit wet area fixtures | Elective | |
CPCCCA3004* | Construct and erect wall frames | Core | |
CPCCCA3005* | Construct ceiling frames | Core | |
CPCCCA3016* | Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs | Core | |
CPCCCA3014* | Construct and install bulkheads | Elective | |
CPCCCA3003* | Install flooring systems | Core | |
CPCCCA3024* | Install lining, panelling and moulding | Core | |
CPCCCA3017* | Install exterior cladding | Core | |
CPCCCA3010* | Install windows and doors | Core | |
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry is a prerequisite for the above units with *
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