CPC30220 · AQF Level 3
Certificate III in Carpentry
Build the practical skills, theory and on-tools experience to qualify as a carpenter in residential and light commercial construction. Train in our purpose-built workshop using the same tools, materials and methods used on Australian job sites.
// Quick facts
Code
CPC30220
Level
AQF Level 3
Duration
104 weeks (incl. holidays)
CRICOS
111234A
Tuition
AUD $19,500 total
Delivery
Face-to-face on campus
Intakes
FebruaryMayAugustNovember
Campus
Clyde NSW
01 / Course outcomes
Where this qualification can take you
- Carpenter
- Formwork Carpenter
- Shopfitter
- Site Hand
Pathway to CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction and CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction.
02 / Course structure
Units of competency
Core units
- 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
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures
Elective units (sample)
- CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
- CPCCCA3017 Install exterior cladding
- CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Final unit selection may vary based on intake, industry trends and student pathway. Confirm with admissions.
03 / Assessment
How you'll be assessed
- Practical demonstration on workshop / site projects
- Written knowledge tests and short answer responses
- Project portfolios and third-party workplace reports
A / Entry
Entry requirements
- 18 years of age or above at the start of the course
- Equivalent of Australian Year 12 (HSC)
- Pre-Training Review (PTR) and LLN assessment
- Suitable physical fitness for on-tools work
B / English
English requirements
- IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band less than 5.0), or equivalent
- Successful completion of an approved EAP / ELICOS program
C / Fees
Tuition & fees
AUD $19,500 total
International student fee. Indicative — additional enrolment, materials and resource fees may apply.
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