CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is a nationally recognised trade qualification designed for learners seeking a career in the building and construction industry as a carpenter. The qualification provides students with the practical skills, technical knowledge and industry awareness required to work in residential and commercial construction environments.
The course covers a broad range of carpentry tasks including planning and organising work, reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications, carrying out measurements and calculations, using carpentry tools and equipment, handling construction materials, constructing wall and ceiling frames, erecting roof trusses, installing flooring systems, windows and doors, constructing pitched roofs, external cladding, formwork, concreting and other associated carpentry activities.
Students will develop skills in safe work practices, risk management, workplace communication, sustainable work practices and construction calculations in line with current industry standards and workplace expectations. Training is delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning and practical hands-on activities within a simulated workshop environment designed to reflect real workplace conditions.
The qualification has been structured to support learners with little or no prior experience in carpentry and provides opportunities to progressively build foundational and advanced trade skills. Students are exposed to industry-relevant tools, equipment, materials and construction techniques to prepare them for employment outcomes in the construction sector.
This qualification is suitable for individuals who wish to gain employment as:
The course also provides a pathway into higher level qualifications within the building and construction industry, including Certificate IV and Diploma level programs.
Successful completion of this qualification may support learners in meeting industry expectations and workplace licensing or regulatory requirements applicable within different Australian states and territories.
This qualification is nationally recognised under the:
Yarra College Australia (RTO Code: 45992 | CRICOS Code: 04115A) is authorised to deliver this qualification subject to regulatory approval.
Students seeking enrolment at Yarra College Australia must satisfy all academic, English language, LLND and pre-enrolment review requirements prior to commencement.
Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
Students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:
All learners are required to undertake a pre-training review prior to enrolment. The review identifies:
All students must complete an LLND assessment prior to enrolment. Yarra College Australia uses the LLN Robot platform to assess learners’ language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills and determine appropriate learner support requirements.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states and territories. Relevant state and territory authorities should be consulted to confirm current requirements.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified in the Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice: Construction Work is mandatory for anyone carrying out construction work.
Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry satisfies this requirement.
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Possible job outcomes include:
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Students may progress to higher qualifications such as:
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This qualification is delivered over 52 weeks, including:
Training is delivered face-to-face in classroom and simulated workshop environments with a minimum of 20 scheduled contact hours per week.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCCA2011 | Handle carpentry materials |
| CPCCCA2002 | Use carpentry tools and equipment |
| CPCCCA3025 | Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work |
| CPCCOM3001 | Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements |
| CPCWHS3001 | Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies |
| CPCCCA3003 | Install flooring systems |
| CPCCCA3002 | Carry out setting out |
| CPCCCA3005 | Construct ceiling frames |
| CPCCCA3006 | Erect roof trusses |
| CPCCCA3007 | Construct pitched roofs |
| CPCCCA3008 | Construct eaves |
| CPCCCA3004 | Construct and erect wall frames |
| CPCCCA3016 | Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs |
| CPCCCA3028 | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground |
| CPCCCA3024 | Install lining, panelling and moulding |
| CPCCCA3017 | Install exterior cladding |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
| CPCCCA3010 | Install windows and doors |
| CPCCOM3006 | Carry out levelling operations |
| CPCCCA3001 | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures |
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| CPCCJN3003 | Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames |
| CPCCSF2004 | Place and fix reinforcement materials |
| CPCCCA3012 | Frame and fit wet area fixtures |
| CPCCCA3014 | Construct and install bulkheads |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCCM3005 | Calculate costs of construction work |