Course overview
Develop practical skills to construct, install and repair structures and components using timber and other materials.
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Entry requirements
- English language, literacy and numeracy evidence may be required
- Australian Year 10 or equivalent
- At least 18 years old at course commencement
- Access to a suitable computer and reliable internet
Delivery & assessment
- Full-time, face-to-face delivery
- Learning and assessment through classroom, project and practical activities
- Assessment tasks vary by unit
- Student and academic support available
Course structure
To achieve this qualification, students complete 34 units — 27 core and 7 electives.
27 core units
- CPCCCA2002Use carpentry tools and equipment
- CPCCCA2011Handle carpentry materials
- CPCCCA3001Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
- CPCCCA3002Carry out setting out
- CPCCCA3003Install flooring systems
- CPCCCA3004Construct and erect wall frames
- CPCCCA3005Construct ceiling frames
- CPCCCA3006Erect roof trusses
- CPCCCA3007Construct pitched roofs
- CPCCCA3008Construct eaves
- CPCCCA3010Install windows and doors
- CPCCCA3016Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
- CPCCCA3017Install exterior cladding
- CPCCCA3024Install lining, panelling and moulding
- CPCCCA3025Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
- CPCCCA3028Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
- CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling procedures
- CPCCCM2008Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
- CPCCCM2012Work safely at heights
- CPCCCO2013Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCOM3001Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
- CPCCOM3006Carry out levelling operations
- CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCWHS3001Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Elective selectionThe elective list below reflects the planned course structure. Electives may change to meet training package or delivery requirements; Admissions can confirm the current training plan.
7 elective units
- CPCCCA3012Frame and fit wet area fixtures
- CPCCCA3014Construct and install bulkheads
- CPCCCM2002Carry out hand excavation
- CPCCCM3001Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
- CPCCSF2004Place and fix reinforcement materials
- CPCCCM3005Calculate costs of construction work
- CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work
Study and career pathways
- Carpenter
- Further building and construction study