The nationally accredited Certificate III in Carpentry equips you with fundamental skills to become a carpenter and joiner in the booming construction industry. Work on a range of outdoor and indoor projects and champion sustainable, safe houses and buildings for Australians.

 

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Mapping :

• Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry – 26/Nov/2020
• Supersedes and is not equivalent to CPC31511 Certificate III in Formwork/Falsework – 26/Nov/2020
• Supersedes and is not equivalent to CPC32011 Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery – 26/Nov/2020

This is a trade qualification for carpenters in residential and commercial workplaces. It includes setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and non-timber materials.

Occupational titles may include:

• Carpenter – Commercial
• Carpenter – Formwork
• Carpenter – Residential

State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.

Entry Requirements :

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging Rules :

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

34 units of competency:

• 27 core units
• 7 elective units.
  • a minimum of five units must be selected from Group A
  • the remaining can be selected from Group A or Group B
  • a maximum of two units can be selected from any group or current training package, as long as it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and maintains the AQF level of this qualification.

Prerequisite units of competency :

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.

Core Units :

• CPCCCA2002* Use carpentry tools and equipment
• CPCCCA2011* Handle carpentry materials
• CPCCCA3001* Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
• CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
• CPCCCA3003* Install flooring systems
• CPCCCA3004* Construct wall frames
• CPCCCA3005* Construct ceiling frames
• CPCCCA3006* Erect roof trusses
• CPCCCA3007* Construct pitched roofs
• CPCCCA3008* Construct eaves
• CPCCCA3010* Install windows and doors
• CPCCCA3016* Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
• CPCCCA3017* Install exterior cladding
• CPCCCA3024* Install lining, panelling and moulding
• CPCCCA3025* Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
• CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
• CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
• CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
• CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
• CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
• CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
• CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
• CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
• CPCCOM3001 Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
• CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations
• CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
• CPCWHS3001 Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

Elective Units :

Group A – Specialist Electives 

• CPCCCA3009* Construct advanced roofs
• CPCCCA3012* Frame and fit wet area fixtures
• CPCCCA3014* Construct and install bulkheads
• CPCCCA3018* Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps
• CPCCCA3019* Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
• CPCCCA3020* Erect and dismantle jump-form formwork
• CPCCCA3022* Install curtain walling
• CPCCCA3027* Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
• CPCCCM2002* Carry out hand excavation
• CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
• CPCCJN3003* Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames
• CPCCJN3004* Manufacture and assemble joinery components
• CPCCJN3100* Process materials to produce components using static machines
• CPCCON3048* Construct tilt panels on site
• CPCCSF2004* Place and fix reinforcement materials
• CPCCWC3003* Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
• CPCCWC3004* Install suspended ceilings

Group B – General Electives 

• CPCCCA3011* Refurbish timber sashes to window frames
• CPCCCA3026* Assemble partitions
• CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work
• CPCCLSF2001 License to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
• CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
• CPCCPB3001* Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
• CPCCPB3002* Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
• CPCCSF2005* Arc weld reinforcement steel
• CPCCSF3002* Carry out monostrand post-tensioning
• CPCCSF3003* Carry out multistrand post-tensioning
• CPCCSF3004* Carry out stressbar post-tensioning
• CPCCST4001 Prepare to undertake the heritage restoration process
• CPCCST4002 Undertake the heritage restoration process
• CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
• CPCPCM2052* Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment
• CPCPCM2053* Weld using manual metal arc welding equipment

Course Code : CPC30220

Course Title : Certificate III in Carpentry

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:

• Read and interpret plans and specifications
• Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
• Install and replace windows and doors
• Install lining, panelling and moulding, and flooring systems
• Construct wall and ceiling frames, pitched roofs, eaves, and timber external stairs

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

• A positive attitude
• Great communication skills
• Problem-solving
• An aptitude for working with their hands
• The desire to work as part of a team
• Punctuality, reliability and trustworthiness

Completing this course provides you with:

• A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
• A carpentry trade qualification
• A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities

Career opportunities:

• Carpenter
• Joiner
• Stair builder
• Lead carpenter
• Finish carpenter
• Trim carpenter

Take your career further with the:

• Certificate IV in Building Construction (Building)
• Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
• Diploma of Building Design

 

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