Certificate III in Carpentry
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required for employment as a Carpentry Tradesperson, covering work in residential and commercial applications. You will learn the foundations and skills to professionally produce quality work, you will learn about the context of the building industry and safe work practices.
Duration
This program is offered as a 48 Month (4year) Australian Apprenticeship Training Contract.
Note: usually completed in approx. 3.5 years. You will be assigned an ATEC Case Manager who will work with you and your employer to develop a Training Plan that suits the needs of you and your employer.
Assessment
There are theory and practical training and assessment components to the course. Skills will be trained and assessed through a blend of off-the-job (trade school), self paced study and on-the-job training.
Entry Requirements
Participants MUST:
- Be signed into an approved Training Contract with an employer through an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network
- Be 16 years or older for a standard apprenticeship training contract; or
- 15 years or older for a school based apprenticeship training contract
- Be an Australian/New Zealand Citizen or hold an eligible VISA.
- Have the ability to read, write and understand basic English and carry out basic mathematical calculations.
Course Fees
Please contact ATEC on 1300 112 832 for further information on course fees. Note: Students are required to contribute towards tuition fees and other incidentals such as textbooks.
Subsidised Training
Subsidised Fee: $3,797.50 AUD (GST exempt)
This course is subsidised by the Government of South Australia for eligible students. Please contact ATEC so we can assess your eligibility.
CITB provides financial support to construction employers to assist with on and off job training costs for their apprentices, visit Apprentice Training Support | CITB for more information.
Note: Tuition and incidental fees will still require contribution by learners if eligible for funding
Learner Requirements
- Provide your Unique Student Identifier (USI). To apply for a USI go to https://www.usi.gov.au/your-usi/create-usi
- Provision of Australian legal photo identification for enrolment purposes
- Applicants will be required to attend an enrolment session and undertake a Literacy and Numeracy Assessment at a level required to successfully complete the qualification. Potential clients who are identified as not meeting course requirements will be assisted with referral to appropriate support services.
- It is suggested that all students hold a White Card; this will be required before entering any construction site.
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
To be supplied by participant:
- Safety Boots (steel cap)
- Safety glasses (non-tinted)
- Long pants
- Long-sleeved shirt (for WHS reasons please do not wear excessively loose clothing)
- High visibility vest (high visibility shirt/jumper is acceptable)
- Sun protection as required
Outcome
On successful completion of all requirements of this course, learners will be issued with:
- A Record of Results; and a
- Certificate for the CPC30220 - Certificate III in Carpentry.
Note: Students who do not complete all the requirements of this course will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units of competency that have been successfully achieved.
Course Units
These units are a sample training plan that ATEC offers for this qualification in accordance with the qualification rules described in Training.gov - CPC30220 Packaging Rules
27 Core Units & 7 Elective Units
Units
Core course units
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
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 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 |
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 |
CPCWHS3001 | Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies |
Elective units
CPCCCA3009 | Construct advanced roofs |
CPCCCA3018 | Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps |
CPCCCA3027 | Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools |
CPCCCM2002 | Carry out hand excavation |
CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
CPCCSF2004 | Place and fix reinforcement materials |
RIIHAN301E | Operate elevating work platform |
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