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CPC30220

CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

CRICOS Code :
04304G
RTO Code:
46296
CRICOS Code :
04304G
RTO Code:
46296
CRICOS Course Code
117043F
Theory Location:Geelong, VIC 3220
Practical Location:

Truganina VIC 3029 and student will also be required to work at different construction sites.

Delivery Mode :

Classroom and mandatory structured self-study.

Duration :

52 weeks

Study Load:

20 hours/week in the classroom + 4 hours/week of structured self-study.

Tuition Fees:Refer to the price list.

Course Overview

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.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations

  • If they are running their own business and subcontract to builders or clients
  • If they are an employee.

Full details on the licensing requirements are available on the following link:

https://www.mbav.com.au/mandatory-trades-registration-and-licensing and one can apply for license by following instructions given on this https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration.

Every state and territory jurisdictions may have different requirements. You should contact relevant authority in your state for more information.

For more details: https://training.gov.au/

The CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is designed for individuals who are eager to build a successful career in the carpentry and construction industry. This course is ideal for those who:

  1. Aspire to Begin a Career in Carpentry:
    • Individuals looking to establish a professional career in carpentry and construction.
    • Those seeking to gain practical skills and knowledge to enter the carpentry industry.
  2. Aim to Transition into a Different Industry Sector:
    • Professionals from other fields who wish to transition into the carpentry sector.
    • Those aiming to acquire specialized carpentry skills to enhance their career prospects in a new industry.
  3. Seek Comprehensive Vocational Training:
    • Students who have completed relevant foundational studies and are looking to further their education in carpentry.
    • Individuals planning to pursue advanced qualifications in construction and seeking a strong foundational training.

Key Benefits of the Course:

  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Gain practical and technical skills required for various carpentry roles, including residential and commercial projects.
  • Career Advancement: Enhance job prospects in the construction industry by acquiring in-demand carpentry competencies.
  • Pathway to Advanced Qualifications: Serve as a stepping stone towards advanced vocational qualifications in construction and carpentry such as CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction

This course is tailored to meet the educational and career development needs of individuals seeking to thrive in the carpentry and construction industry, providing them with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to excel.

  • Residential and commercial carpenter
  • Joinery and shopfitting
  • Site supervisor
  • Pathway to advanced qualifications in construction management
  • Duration: 52 weeks (48 study weeks + 4 weeks holidays)
  • Classroom Training: 20 hours/week
  • Structured Self-Study: 4 hours/week

1. Age and Education:

  • You must be at least 18 years old.
  • Completion of the equivalent of Year 12 education is mandatory.

2. Course Entry Interview and LLN Assessment:

  • Participation in a course entry interview is necessary to assess your suitability for the course and determine your specific student needs.
  • The interview will also include a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) assessment.
  • To be eligible for entry, you must achieve an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) level of 4 in reading, writing, numeracy, and oral communication.

3. English Language Proficiency:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6 or equivalent is required.
  • Test results must be no more than 2 years old.
  • Alternatively, English language competence can be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
    • Education for a minimum of 5 years in an English-speaking country.
    • Completion of at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course at an Australian Registered Training Organization (RTO).
    • Successful completion of an English Placement Test.
  • Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL may be accepted, provided the results are equivalent to IELTS 6. You are required to provide your test results for verification.

4. Academic Requirement:

  • Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification

OR

  • Successful completion of a qualification from an Institute where the mode of instruction was English and where the course duration was no less than 12 months
  • Completion of unit “CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

5. Health Requirement:

Upon enrolling with Ashford College, it is requested that student should disclose if they have any medical conditions as there may be contraindications to the course requirements. You will be asked to provide a certificate of fitness from your GP, clearing you and allowing you to participate in classes.

Units of Competency

Core Units

CodeCore Units
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
CPCWHS3001Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
CPCCCA2011* Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCA2002* Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
CPCCCA3003* Install flooring systems
CPCCCA3004* Construct and erect 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
CPCCCA3024Install 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
CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM3001Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations
CPCCCA3001*Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCM2012*Work safely at heights

Elective Units

CodeElective Units
CPCCCM3005Calculate cost of construction work
CPCCCA3012Frame and fit wet area fixtures*
CPCCCM2002Carry out hand excavation*
CPCCSF2004Place and fix reinforcement materials*
CPCCCA3014 Construct and install bulkheads*
CPCCJN3003Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames*
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work

Course Credit

You can apply for recognition of your existing qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience through credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL).

Detailed information about this process is available in our International Student Handbook, which can be accessed at www.ashford.edu.au

For any questions about course credit, contact us at info@ashford.edu.au

Resource Requirements

All classes require you to bring a laptop with Office 365 (or similar) installed.

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