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Current Students
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Qualification Code:

CPC30220

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CRICOS Code:

105869G

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Delivery Method:

Face to face

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Duration

92 weeks including term breaks

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Age

18+ on the date that they commence the course.

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Location

Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney

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Course Fee

MEL: $19,000 | ADL: $21,500 | SYD: $22,500

Prices are subject to change at any time without prior notice by the institution. Please consult with your migration agent for the most up-to-date pricing information.

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Course Description

This course equips individuals with the skills and knowledge essential for pursuing a career as a carpenter. The program offers practical experience in construction operations necessary for the construction industry. Students will gain proficiency in utilizing carpentry materials, tools, and equipment, and in performing tasks such as excavations, leveling, concreting, formwork, flooring, ceiling and wall installation, and roof construction. This course provides an excellent entryway into entry-level employment opportunities in Carpentry.

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Course Description

This course equips individuals with the skills and knowledge essential for pursuing a career as a carpenter. The program offers practical experience in construction operations necessary for the construction industry. Students will gain proficiency in utilizing carpentry materials, tools, and equipment, and in performing tasks such as excavations, leveling, concreting, formwork, flooring, ceiling and wall installation, and roof construction. This course provides an excellent entryway into entry-level employment opportunities in Carpentry.

Group Size

Up to 25 students

Hours per week

Full-time study – 20 hours per week

Intakes

Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov

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Qualification

Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to receive the Certificate III in Carpentry, a nationally recognised qualification in the construction industry.

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Job Prospects

After successfully completing the course, candidates can pursue employment opportunities as:

  • Carpenter
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Entry Requirements:

  • NOVA Application Form
  • High school certificate (Year 10 and above)
  • English Proficiency
  • Valid Passport
  • Visa (onshore students)

 

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Language, Literacy and Numeracy Requirements:

All students entering this qualification must have an English language proficiency level of one of the below:

 

  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) band score of 5.5 (Academic or general version) or equivalent internationally recognized exam result in line with DHA requirements or
  • IELTS band score of 4.5 (Academic or general version) or equivalent combined with Satisfactory completion of at least 20 weeks (about 4 and a half months) of ELICOS or
  • Completed secondary studies equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification from an English – Language speaking country.
  • Be eligible for an English language exemption in line with DHA requirements.
  • Completion of GE course to a satisfactory level.
  • TOEFL paper based 527
  • TOEFL Internet based 46
  • PTE 42
  • Pass
  • Cambridge English: Advanced
  • (Certificate in Advanced English). 162
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Units of Competency

Unit Code

Title

CPCCCA2002

Use carpentry tools and equipment

Core

CPCCCA2011

Handle carpentry materials

Core

CPCCCA3001

Carry out general demolition of minor building structures

Core

CPCCCA3002

Carry out setting out

Core

CPCCCA3003

Install flooring systems

Core

CPCCCA3004

Construct and erect wall frames

Core

CPCCCA3005

Construct ceiling frames

Core

CPCCCA3006

Erect roof trusses

Core

CPCCCA3007

Construct pitched roofs

Core

CPCCCA3008

Construct eaves

Core

CPCCCA3010

Install windows and doors

Core

CPCCCA3016

Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs

Core

CPCCCA3017

Install exterior cladding

Core

CPCCCA3024

Install lining, panelling and moulding

Core

CPCCCA3025

Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work

Core

CPCCCA3028

Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground

Core

CPCCCM2006

Apply basic levelling procedures

Core

CPCCCM2008

Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

Core

CPCCCM2012

Work safely at heights

Core

CPCCC02013

Carry out concreting to simple forms

Core

CPCCOM1012

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry.

Core

CPCCOM1014

Conduct workplace communication

Core

CPCCOM1015

Carry out measurements and calculations

Core

CPCCOM3001

Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements

Core

CPCCOM3006

Carry out levelling operations

Core

CPCCWHS2001

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Core

CPCWHS3001

Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

Core

CPCCCA3012

Frame and fit wet area fixtures

Elective A

CPCCCA3014

Construct and install bulkheads

Elective A

CPCCCA3027

Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools

Elective A

CPCCCM2002

Carry out hand excavation

Elective A

CPCCCM3001

Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres

Elective A

CPCCCM3005

Calculate costs of construction work

Elective A

CPCCCM1013

Plan and organise work

Elective A