CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

Duration and commitment

A carpentry apprenticeship takes 3 to 4 years to complete.

Study mode

Training occurs within 2 week blocks, 2-3 times per year. Depending on the units in each block. Training is from 7:30am to 3pm at our facilities in Forrestfield. Trainers and/or Field Officers will visit you on-site throughout your apprenticeship.

Entry requirements

You must be working with an employer that supports an apprenticeship. You’ll need a Unique Student Identifier (USI). To set up your USI, visit www.usi.gov.au.

Learner resources

You will need to bring steel toe capped boots, Hi-Vis clothing and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). All other learning resources will be supplied by Skill Hire during the program.

Course fees

The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees.

Please see the Skill Hire Indicative Fees.

Study pathways

You will be a qualified carpenter after the successful completion of your apprenticeship. You can choose to upskill by participating in further training during your career

Recommended course structure

STAGE 1

BLOCK 1:
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM1012* Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014* Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCA2002* Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011* Handle carpentry materials

BLOCK 2:
CPCCCA3025* Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCJN3100 Process materials to produce components using static machines
CPCWHS3001 Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
CPCCOM3001 Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements

BLOCK 3:
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations
CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures

STAGE 2

BLOCK 4:
CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCA3019* Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
CPCCCA3001* Carry out general demolition of minor building structures

BLOCK 5:
CPCCCA3003* Install flooring systems
CPCCCA3004* Construct and erect wall frames
CPCCCA3006* Erect roof trusses
CPCCCA3017* Install exterior cladding

BLOCK 6:
CPCCCA3005* Construct ceiling frames
CPCCCA3007* Construct pitched roofs
CPCCCA3009* Construct advanced roofs
CPCCCA3008* Construct eaves

STAGE 3

BLOCK 7:
CPCCCA3010* Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3024* Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCJN3003* Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames
CPCCJN3004* Manufacture and assemble joinery components

BLOCK 8:
CPCCCA3016* Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCCA3018* Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps
CPCCWC3004 Install suspended ceilings