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Nationally recognised training

Certificate III in Carpentry

Course codeCPC30220
CRICOS117429K
Duration60 weeks
Study load—
Delivery—
LocationMelbourne & Brisbane
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Course overview

The Certificate III in Carpentry is your pathway into a trade that’s always in demand. Through hands-on training you’ll learn to read plans, work safely on site, and frame, fit and finish residential and commercial builds — graduating job-ready as a qualified carpenter.

What you’ll learn

  • Read and interpret building plans
  • Frame floors, walls and roofs
  • Use carpentry tools and materials safely
  • Carry out site set-out and levelling
  • Install doors, windows and fit-outs

Entry requirements

  • 18+ at application
  • Year 11/12 or equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0
  • LLN test

Course structure

34 nationally recognised units of competency — 27 core and 7 elective.

Core units (27)

CPCCCA2002Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCA3001Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3002Carry out setting out
CPCCCA3003Install flooring systems
CPCCCA3004Construct and erect wall frames
CPCCCA3005Construct ceiling frames
CPCCCA3006Erect roof trusses
CPCCCA3007Construct pitched roofs
CPCCCA3008Construct eaves
CPCCCA3010Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3016Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCCA3017Install exterior cladding
CPCCCA3024Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCA3025Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCCA3028Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012Work safely at heights
CPCCCO2013Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM3001Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCOM3006Carry out levelling operations
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCWHS3001Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

Elective units (7)

CPCCCA3012Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCA3014Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3027Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
CPCCCM2002Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCM3001Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCCM3005Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work

Where it can take you

Residential/Commercial/Formwork/Industrial CarpenterCarpenter and JoinerSub-foreman

Pathways for further study

  • CPC40120
  • CPC50220
  • MSF40222 Cert IV Furniture Design and Manufacturing

Fees

Fees are shown in Australian dollars. See the full fee schedule for payment plans and international rates.

Tuition (indicative)$12,000
Enrolment fee$300
Materials$1,000
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