Course Overview

The Certificate III in Carpentry provides graduates with the comprehensive skills and knowledge required to work as a qualified carpenter in the building and construction industry. This nationally recognised trade qualification covers the full range of carpentry tasks, including constructing floors, walls, roofs and frameworks, installing fixtures and fittings, interpreting plans and specifications, and applying workplace health and safety requirements.This course is designed for students from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds who are seeking to complete an apprenticeship pathway. Graduates will be equipped to work in both residential and commercial construction, undertaking new builds, renovations, and repair work. The qualification provides a direct pathway to employment across the domestic and commercial/industrial construction sectors.CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry supersedes and is equivalent to CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry.

Career Outlook

Carpenter
Carpenter and Joiner

Course Structure

In order to achieve this qualification, students must complete 34 core units and 0 elective units (all units are compulsory).

Mandatory Units

These units are mandatory for all students.

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
CPCCCA3010 – Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3016 – Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCCA3017 – Install exterior cladding
CPCCCA3024 – Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCA3025 – Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings
CPCCCA3028 – Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCM2006 – Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008 – Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012 – Work safely at heights
CPCCCO2013 – Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCOM1012 – Work effectively and sustainably
CPCCOM1014 – Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 – Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM3001 – Perform construction calculations
CPCCOM3006 – Carry out levelling operations
CPCCWHS2001 – Apply WHS requirements
CPCWHS3001 – Identify construction hazards and select risk control strategies

Elective Units (7)

These electives support practical carpentry skills and industry readiness.

CPCCCM2002 – Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCM3001 – Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCCA3012 – Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCA3014 – Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3027 – Use powder-actuated tools
CPCCPB3001 – Fix plasterboard wall sheets
CPCCOM1013 – Plan and Organise Work

Assessment Methods

Observation during on-the-job or role play/simulation
Questioning may include self-assessment, verbal answers, written questionnaires, activity modules or interviews.
Review of Products including work samples or products Portfolio may include documents, products with supporting documentation, historical evidence.
Third party Structured Activities may include Projects, Case studies, presentations, role play, demonstrations, and progressive tasks.