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CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

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.
This course is only offered at one location, see below.
Ballarat - SMB
Location
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
Ballarat - SMB
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
-
Length
4 Years
Qualification Code
CPC30220

This qualification provides a trade outcome through an apprenticeship in carpentry covering work for residential and commercial applications. It includes setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and non-timber materials.

Carpenter in the following areas of:

  • Formwork
  • Commercial
  • Residential
     

The course content below provides all possible units related to the course.  If the course has various streams, the units you are required to study will depend on your chosen stream.

IDENTIFY CONSTRUCTION WORK HAZARDS AND SELECT RISK CONTROL STRATEGIES
CPCWHS3001
APPLY WHS REQUIREMENTS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
CPCCWHS2001
CARRY OUT LEVELLING OPERATIONS
CPCCOM3006
PERFORM CONSTRUCTION CALCULATIONS TO DETERMINE CARPENTRY MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS
CPCCOM3001
CARRY OUT MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS
CPCCOM1015
CONDUCT WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
CPCCOM1014
WORK EFFECTIVELY AND SUSTAINABLY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
CPCCOM1012
CARRY OUT CONCRETING TO SIMPLE FORMS
CPCCCO2013
WORK SAFELY AT HEIGHTS
CPCCCM2012
ERECT AND DISMANTLE RESTRICTED HEIGHT SCAFFOLDING
CPCCCM2008
APPLY BASIC LEVELLING PROCEDURES
CPCCCM2006
ERECT AND DISMANTLE FORMWORK FOR FOOTINGS AND SLABS ON GROUND
CPCCCA3028
READ AND INTERPRET PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CARPENTRY WORK
CPCCCA3025
INSTALL LINING, PANELLING AND MOULDING
CPCCCA3024
INSTALL EXTERIOR CLADDING
CPCCCA3017
CONSTRUCT, ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL TIMBER EXTERNAL STAIRS
CPCCCA3016
INSTALL WINDOWS AND DOORS
CPCCCA3010
CONSTRUCT EAVES
CPCCCA3008
CONSTRUCT PITCHED ROOFS
CPCCCA3007
ERECT ROOF TRUSSES
CPCCCA3006
CONSTRUCT CEILING FRAMES
CPCCCA3005
CONSTRUCT AND ERECT WALL FRAMES
CPCCCA3004
INSTALL FLOORING SYSTEMS
CPCCCA3003
CARRY OUT SETTING OUT
CPCCCA3002
CARRY OUT GENERAL DEMOLITION OF MINOR BUILDING STRUCTURES
CPCCCA3001
HANDLE CARPENTRY MATERIALS
CPCCCA2011
USE CARPENTRY TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
CPCCCA2002
PREPARE TO WORK SAFELY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
CPCWHS1001
PLAN AND ORGANISE WORK
CPCCOM1013
PROCESS MATERIALS TO PRODUCE COMPONENTS USING STATIC MACHINES
CPCCJN3100
MANUFACTURE COMPONENTS FOR DOORS, WINDOWS AND FRAMES
CPCCJN3003
OPERATE ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS UP TO 11 METRES
CPCCCM3001
CARRY OUT HAND EXCAVATION
CPCCCM2002
SET UP, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN INDIRECT ACTION POWDER-ACTUATED POWER TOOLS
CPCCCA3027
CONSTRUCT, ERECT AND DISMANTLE FORMWORK FOR STAIRS AND RAMPS
CPCCCA3018
CONSTRUCT AND INSTALL BULKHEADS
CPCCCA3014
FRAME AND FIT WET AREA FIXTURES
CPCCCA3012
CONSTRUCT ADVANCED ROOFS
CPCCCA3009

6 blocks per year x 4 days per block (Monday - Thursday)
Approximately 2 hours per week of non-supervised and self-directed/independent learning.

Must be employed as an apprentice carpenter.

For all TAFE applications, pre-training review questions and a literacy and numeracy review are part of the application process.

For information in relation to the University and students rights and responsibilities please refer to the VET Information Guide.

Applicants need to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required to undertake this course through a test as part of the application process. The test will be conducted through Federation College prior to commencement of training. Feedback will be provided to the applicant on their results and types of support, if necessary, available to them.

Direct application: Yes

Federation University code: LBC

National course code: CPC30220

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program.

Find out more about eligibility here.

2024 total estimated tuition fees for Certificate III in Carpentry
Concession
Government Subsidised Place
Standard
Government Subsidised Place
Full Fee Place
(Not eligible for government subsidy)
$923$4,613$21,128

*Fees displayed are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are subject to change annually.

Visit our fees and charges page for more information.

Material Fees

Material fees cover the cost of items which are purchased by the university and provided to the student, such as tools, materials, uniforms, textbooks, excursions and other incidentals associated with the course.

The estimated material fees for this course are $350

Other study costs

Material fees cover the cost of items which are purchased by the university and provided to the student, such as tools, materials, uniforms, textbooks, excursions, and other incidentals associated with the program. 

Students are required to supply their own PPE: Work boots, work clothes, safety glasses, high-vis vest, ear protection.

Important Information

Direct Debit Payment Plans are available for eligible students to help manage the payment of tuition and material fees throughout the enrolment year (excluding Diploma/Advanced Diploma tuition fees).

Students accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program need to be aware that enrolling in a qualification may affect their ability to access future government-subsidised training.

Free TAFE: Under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, some courses have free tuition for eligible students, however material fees (if applicable) will be payable by the student.  Free TAFE is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.

Further information on fees, payments and refunds is available here.

Scholarships

Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs.  Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.

If what you have learned at work, from other courses, units, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain unit credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.

Students can complete the Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (22338VIC) to enhance their prospects in seeking employment as a carpentry apprentice.

In addition, you have the opportunity to continue further studies in specific fields such as building inspection, builder registration, architectural drafting and other building-related areas.

Further education pathway/s include:

  • Certificate IV in Building and Construction
  • Diploma of Building Construction (Building)

 

A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.

The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.

All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.

CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909

School department

Federation TAFE