Certificate III in Carpentry
 

Traineeship
National Code
CPC30208
CRICOS Code:  
Centre:
Building and Furniture Studies
Location:
Elgar Campus, Workplace
Study Area: Building;
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Carpenter

What does this course involve?

This course supports the apprenticeship training required for a carpentry apprentice via a negotiated training plan.

You will gain essential hands-on skills and knowledge in many construction areas including safe operation of hand and power tools, installation of floors, doors and external walls and various framework and fixtures.

Various modes of study are possible depending on the individual and employer's capacity.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course provides you with essential skills and knowledge, in turn supporting the completion of your apprenticeship.

As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into the Certificate IV in Building or the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).

Can I apply?

You must:

  • be employed in the construction industry
  • be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
  • have a training contract with an employer.

How do I apply?

Direct entry via your employer and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.

Rolling enrolments.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

Individual interview

Length of course

Part time – 4 years on the job training combined with around 1 week per month at Box Hill Institute.

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus, Workplace

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - $2.17 per hour
  2. Concession Tuition Fee - $187.50
  3. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
  4. Material Fees - contact the Institute

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Online assessment
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

 
Units of Competency

Core
CPCCCA2001A
Handle Carpentry Materials
16.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely manually handle, store and apply environmental management principles associated with carpentry materials and components. It includes preparing material for mechanical handling.

CPCCCA2002A
Use Carpentry Tools And Equipment
96.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely select and use carpentry tools and equipment. It includes hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, plant and equipment.

CPCCCA3001A
Carry Out General Demolition Of Minor Building Structures
32.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out general demolition work of minor building structures to facilitate alterations, extensions and additions to a building. It includes work being completed to a work schedule, plans and specifications.

CPCCCA3002A
Carry Out Setting Out
24.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to identify site boundaries and survey indicators, and establishing, measuring and setting up profiled set outs for buildings and structural components of building work.
CPCCCA3003A
Install Flooring Systems
40.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out and install timber flooring systems to support imposed loads. It includes application in brick veneer, full masonry and timber frame construction.
CPCCCA3004A
Construct Wall Frames
60.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out, construct and erect load bearing and non-load bearing wall frames for the different types of loadings determined by the roof top and bracing configuration. It includes set out, cutting and fabrication of both timber and metal wall frames, and the erection, connection and bracing of wall frames to specifications.
CPCCCA3005A
Construct Ceiling Frames
32.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out, construct and erect ceiling frames to accommodate ceiling joists, hanging beams, strutting beams and composite beams. It includes selection of members and setting out of the ceiling frame in conjunction with the roof members.
CPCCCA3006A
Erect Roof Trusses
40.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, set out, erect and brace roof trusses to accommodate roof coverings for waterproofing purposes. It includes gable, hip and valley, and hip roofing types.
CPCCCA3007A
Construct Pitched Roofs
60.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, set out, construct and erect pitched roofs to accommodate roof coverings for waterproofing purposes. It includes scotch valley gable, hip and valley, broken hip and valley and combinations thereof.
CPCCCA3008A
Construct Eaves
20.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare, set out and construct eaves, including the cutting and fixing of fascias and barges to provide a finish between the wall and the roof. It includes boxed eaves and the finish to gable ends.
CPCCCA3023A
Carry Out Levelling Operations
24.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct levelling procedures using the rise and fall method and the height of instrument method for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set out of buildings, their components and preparation. It includes the set up, testing and use of levelling devices and undertaking closed traverses using a range of levelling equipment.

CPCCCM1002A
Work Effectively And Sustainably In The Construction Industry
20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the construction industry. It covers the identification and clarification of the construction industry work context, scope and employment conditions, responsibility required to be accepted by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement activities and sustainable work practices and techniques.

CPCCCM1003A
Plan And Organise Work
20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and organise individual and group work activities on a construction site. The unit includes identifying task requirements, planning steps and organising work.

CPCCCM1004A
Conduct Workplace Communication
20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment. It includes gathering, conveying and receiving information through verbal and written forms of communication.

CPCCCM1005A
Carry Out Measurements And Calculations
20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment.

CPCCCM1006A
Work Safely At Heights
8.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to work safely on construction sites where the work activity involves working above 1.5 metres from ground level and where fall protection measures are required.

CPCCCM2001A
Read And Interpret Plans And Specifications
36.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations. It includes the identification of types of plans and drawings and their functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols and abbreviations, the identification of key features and specifications on a site plan, the comprehension of written job specifications and the recognition of document status and amendment detail.

CPCCCM2002A
Carry Out Excavation
16.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake hand excavation tasks and excavations requiring the assistance of plant machinery to form excavations for footings, and the provision of services. It includes excavation to new and existing sites, and new services or the diversion of existing services.
CPCCCM2007A
Use Explosive Power Tools
16.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply safe and effective operation of explosive power tools (EPT), used to fasten materials or fix fasteners to bases. It includes both direct action and indirect action explosive powered fastening tools.

CPCCCM2008A
Erect And Dismantle Restricted Height Scaffolding
40.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding to provide work platforms for various occupational applications. It includes placement of safety barriers and only involves modular scaffolding restricted to a height of 4 metres.

CPCCCO2003A
Carry Out Concreting To Simple Forms
20.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely install formwork, reinforcement and place and finish concrete for the construction of minor slabs, pathways and other minor works to a specified design finish. The unit includes positioning the truck, placing concrete from truck to work area, spreading concrete and cleaning up site.
CPCCOHS2001A
Apply OHS Requirements, Policies And Procedures In The Construction Industry
20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.

Electives
CPCCCA2003A
Erect And Dismantle Formwork For Footings And Slabs On Ground
24.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and dismantle formwork to footings and slabs on ground, to establish levels and contain finished concrete. It includes forming basic slabs and forming rebates to slabs on ground and steps to strip footings.
CPCCCA3009A
Construct Advanced Roofs
80.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out and construct pitched roofs on irregular plan building shapes which may have skewed, splayed or hexagonal ends. It includes such roofs that include dormer windows and may be of gable, hip, hip and valley, or combinations of these that are applied to different types and styles of buildings.
CPCCCA3010A
Install And Replace Windows And Doors
70.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out and install window and door units, and to replace window and door units to different types and styles of buildings for access, security, weather proofing and replacement of defective windows and doors. It includes timber and metal window and door units.

CPCCCA3012A
Frame And Fit Wet Area Fixtures
24.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install supporting framework for fixtures and flashings associated with the wet area construction for a bath, shower base and sink or basin unit, and preparation for wet area linings. It includes bathroom, laundry, shower, toilet and en suite wet areas.
CPCCCA3013A
Install Lining, Panelling And Moulding
40.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare, set out and install lining and panelling to either masonry or timber/metal framed walls. It includes the installation of mouldings to provide decorative finishes.

CPCCCA3016A
Construct Timber External Stairs
40.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to construct and install timber external stairs, that may involve one or more flights, to provide access into a structure. It includes timber treads and stringers.

CPCCCA3017A
Install Exterior Cladding
20.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install material finishes applied to an external framed wall surface for the purpose of weatherproofing and securing the building. It includes sheet material, weatherboarding of timber, plastic, metal and fibre cement sheet.
CPCCCA3018A
Construct, Erect And Dismantle Formwork For Stairs And Ramps
40.00 hr
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps to form up the concrete that may involve one or more flights in order to provide access between floors and/or landings. It includes timber, metal or prefabricated formwork.
All fees quoted are annual indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. The Victorian state government recently announced a series of government funding and fee policy changes for TAFEs. As a result, the advertised tuition fee rates are subject to change, for students commencing their course from 1 July 2012. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

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