CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

Course Overview

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.
Occupational titles may include: Carpenter – Commercial, Carpenter – Formwork, Carpenter – Residential

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.

Course Details

Provider Name DARWIN INSTITUTE OF TRADE
RTO Code 41128
CRICOS Code 03609J
Delivery Location Level 6, 460 Church Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150, Australia
49-51 Henderson St, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
Delivery Mode Face to face (Classroom based)
Duration 52 weeks, including 44 study weeks and 8 weeks of holidays.
Study Load 20 hours per week in the classroom
Work Placement 240 hours (DIT ensures appropriate insurance and WHS (Work Health and Safety) coverage during work placement; placement supervision is coordinated under DIT’s Work Placement Policy)
Estimated Self-Study Hour 5 hours per week (may be more or less depending on learner’s pre-existing skills and knowledge)

Pathways

Once students have successfully completed CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry graduates may seek
employment in supervisory or managerial roles depending on industry experience.

The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

  • CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building),
  • CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or
  • Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the CPC Training Package.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning is available, and all students are offered the opportunity
to participate in RPL upon enrolment. Recognition of Prior Learning is recommended
as an option where individuals have been working in a relevant job role for at least 2
years.

Units of Competency

A total of 34 Units (27 Core and 7 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the
qualification CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 34 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.

Code
Title
Core / Elective
CPCCWHS2001
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Core
CPCCOM1014
Conduct workplace communication
Core
CPCCCM2006
Carry out measurements and calculations
Core
CPCCCM2005
Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
Core
CPCCCA3021
Calculate costs of construction work
Elective
CPCCCA3023
Read and interpret plans, specifications, and drawings for carpentry work
Core
CPCCCM2011
Work safely at heights
Core
CPCCCM2010
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Elective
CPCCCM2012
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Core
CPCCCM2008
Apply basic levelling procedures
Core
CPCCCM2007
Carry out levelling operations
Core
CPCCCM2013
Carry out excavation
Elective
CPCCCM2014
Carry out setting out
Core
CPCCCM3001
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Core
CPCCCA3005
Install flooring systems
Core
CPCCCA3002
Construct and erect wall frames
Core
CPCCCA3008
Construct ceiling frames
Core
CPCCCA3010
Erect roof trusses
Core
CPCCCA3009
Construct eaves
Core
CPCCCA3013
Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
Elective
CPCCCA3017
Install exterior cladding
Core
CPCCCA3020
Construct pitched roofs
Core
CPCCCA3004
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on the ground
Core
CPCCCA3016
Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
Core
CPCCCA3012
Install windows and doors
Core
CPCCCA3014
Install lining, panelling, and moulding
Core
CPCCCA3024
Erect and dismantle jump-form formwork
Elective
CPCCCA2017
Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
Elective
CPCCCA3001
Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
Core
CPCCCA2011
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Core
CPCWHS204
Identify construction work hazards and select control risk strategies
Core
CPCCCM2015
Plan and organise work
Core
CPCCOM2011
Handle carpentry materials
Core
CPCCCA2002
Use carpentry tools and equipment
Core

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENT

There is no mandatory pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Darwin Institute of Trade (DIT) requires that students are able to provide evidence that they

  • English scores IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (PTE 50 / TOEFL 60 / Cambridge B2) (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
  • Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Darwin Institute of Trade (DIT) is able to provide.
  • Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
  • Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
  • Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
  • Must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet and access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
  • International students must maintain a valid visa and meet attendance and academic progress requirements. visa and meet attendance and academic progress requirements.

ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY

Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:

Written Questions
Projects
Presentations
Report Writing
Role Plays / Observations
Workshop-based demonstration / on-site simulated task
Work Placement

At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.


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