Study modeBlended
(face-to-face and online)
LocationParramatta NSW
Melbourne VIC
Course duration104 weeks
Full-Time
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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.
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
The course is targetted to domestic and international students who wish to undertake this course in order to access employment as a carpenter in a commercial, formwork or residential environment. Employees who have previously gained these skills and knowledge through relevant work experience can also enrol in this course.
104 Weeks
Full-Time
Blended Learning
Tuition Fee: $26,000 *
Enrolment Fee: $500 **
Resources Fee: $3000
* Discounts may apply** Non-refundable Information on other fees and charges available here Note: Pre-paid tuition fees are protected through Tuition Protection Service (TPS)APEX trains and assesses its students from its Melbourne Campus and Parramatta Campus which are fully equipped with facilities including workshop, classrooms, computer lab, wireless internet, library facility, and a student sitting and recreation area.
The course will be available to those students who are 18 years or older and have completed Year 12. International Students are required to have an English ability at the IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Although this qualification has no pre-requisites, students are required to complete the CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry unit prior to starting the course or within the first term of studies with APEX.
Students obtaining a competent result for all listed units of competency will achieve the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry qualification. A Statement of Attainment will be issued to students who complete less than the required units for the full qualification.
Successful completion of this qualification level is intended to prepare new employees or recognises and develops existing workers performing carpentry work that cover common skills in the construction industry, mainly in commercial and residential workplaces. Possible employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
Job roles and titles may vary across different industry sectors.
Qualifications awarded by Apex will be recognised by other RTOs Australia wide. Upon successful completion of the course, the students may continue their studies further by enrolling in:
| 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 |
| CPCCCO2013 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 |
| CPCCCA3014 Construct and install bulkheads | Elective |
| CPCCCA3018 Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps | Elective |
| CPCCSF2004 Place and fix reinforcement materials | Elective |
| CPCCCM2002 Carry out hand excavation | Elective |
| CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work | Elective |
| CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work | Elective |
The 34 units of competency are delivered throughout the 72 weeks. The qualification is delivered over 8 terms of tuition.
All the above listed units of competency must be completed to receive the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry qualification.
Assessments are conducted during training sessions and on completion of training for each unit to determine if the learner is competent. The assessments are conducted using knowledge and skills assessments. Assessment methods may include: Assignment, Questioning (Oral/Written), Case Study, Third Party Report, In Class Activities, Observations, Role Play and RPL.
Apex will recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other RTO’s, upon verification with the issuing organisation. RPL and Credit Transfer are available for students to access prior to enrolment. More information is available in our student handbook.
All trainers and assessors hold vocational and training and assessment competencies at the level they teach or assess or higher, and have current and relevant industry skills.
Please note: Apex does not guarantee successful completion of the course nor guarantees a particular employment or migration outcome on completion of the qualification.
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