CPC30220 – Certificate III in Carpentry

Course Overview

The CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is a trade level qualification and provides students with necessary skills and knowledge to work on a building site in the area of construction carpentry.

Students will learn how to efficiently produce quality work in the building and construction, renovation and maintenance sectors of the industry. Major areas of study include interpretation of plans, measurements and calculations, use of power tools and equipment, installing flooring and constructing timber external stairs etc.

The course is primarily aimed at the residential sector of the industry where students will be able to construct domestic framework, formwork, scaffolding and footings. You will also gain the knowledge to be able to interpret plans and apply work health and safety to ensure you meet industry safety standard requirements at all times.

Entry Requirements
Core Units
Elective Units
Intake Dates
Pathways
Course Info
RPL & Credit Transfer

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements as per the qualification details or training package. International students entering this course at Everthought must meet the following entry requirements:

 

Age requirements

Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.

 

Academic Requirements

Satisfactorily complete a minimum of Year 11 or equivalent (subject to the assessment and approval of the Everthought College of Construction’s admission team

 

English Language Requirements

Applicants must provide evidence of completion of the International English Language Testing system (IELTS Test), either Academic (A) or General (G) band 6 overall, or its equivalent completed within 2 years from the application date.
Or:

  • The completion of IELTS Academic or General band 5.5 and 10 weeks of ELICOS
  • The completion of IELTS Academic or General band 5.0 and 20 weeks of ELICOS

International students who can prove one of the following criteria are not required to demonstrate their English entry requirements as listed above:

  • A minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South Africa or Ireland.
  • Being a citizen of, and a passport issued by the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, New Zealand or the Republic of Ireland.
  • Completed in Australia (within the past 2 years) in English a substantial component (at least 70%) of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher.
  • Successfully completed in Australia (within the past 2 years) the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education in English.
  • Completed an ELICOS program from a CRICOS institution and achieved an upper intermediate English level or equivalent within 2 years from the application date or its equivalent.

 

DHA requirements:

Applicants must also provide documentation according to Department of Home Affair (DHA) requirements. For further information on student visa assessment level and documentation, visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at: 

https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/

 

Pre-training review

All learners will undertake a pre-training review to determine suitability for the course and student needs. The aim of the review is to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the course to the applicant, and relevant experience. The Pre-training review will also aim to identify any support needs and possible RPL opportunities.

Through the pre-training review, learners will demonstrate that they have the necessary skills to successfully complete the course.

Everthought will identify any such barriers presented by learners during the pre-training review and provide required support and reasonable adjustment where possible.

 

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment

All learners will be required to complete an LLN assessment prior to the commencement of the course. – it is a diagnostic process to identify if a prospective student requires LLN support during study.

 

Hardware/Software requirements

Everthought College will provide access to computers/laptops during classroom hours, however for learners to work on assessments, tasks and self-study all learners are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with windows operating system and office application like Microsoft word at their own cost.

Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.

 

Physical requirements

Applicants will need to have physical attributes suitable for working in the construction industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment including lifting and carrying heavy objects within scope of safe working practices.

Core Units

27 Units
Unit Code
Unit Title
CPCCWHS2001
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCWHS3001
Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
CPCCOM1012
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014
Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015
Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM3001
Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCCA3025
Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCCA2002
Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011
Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCM2008
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCO2013
Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCCA3001
Carry out general demolition of minor building structure
CPCCCA3002
Carry out setting out
CPCCCM2006
Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCOM3006
Carry out levelling operations
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
CPCCCA3028
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCA3010
Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3024
Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCM2012
Work safely at heights
CPCCCA3016
Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCCA3017
Install exterior cladding

Elective units

7 Units
Unit Code
Unit Title
CPCCCA3012​
Frame and fit wet area fixtures ​
CPCCCA3014 ​
Construct and install bulkheads​
CPCCCM2002​
Carry out hand excavation ​
CPCCCA3027 ​
Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools ​
CPCCOM1013​
Plan and organise work ​
CPCCBC4014​
Prepare simple building sketches and drawings (Perth only)​
CPCCCA3009 ​
Construct Advanced Roofs (Perth only) ​
CPCCSF2004​
Place and fix reinforcement materials (Brisbane only)​
CPCCCM3001​
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres (Brisbane only)​

Intake Dates 2024

January 2025

February 2025

April 2025

May 2025

July 2025

August 2025

September 2025

October 2025

November 2025

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Qualification Pathways

After successfully CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry, students may continue to study with a Certificate IV, a Diploma or an Advanced Diploma so broader your opportunities.

Course Info

Face-to-face delivery:

This program is delivered in Everthought College’s purpose designed facilities where emphasis is placed on providing hands-on, practical training. Training is delivered by accredited, trade trainer/assessors with current industry experience.

 

Delivery site:

Campus Delivery: 

+ Perth campus: 92 Mallard Way, Cannington, Western Australia 6155

+ Brisbane campus: Building 4 / 460-492 Beaudesert Road, Salisbury, Queensland  4107

 

Course duration:

The program will be delivered over 104 weeks (holiday inclusive) with 20 contact hours per week which includes theory education in the classroom and practical training in the fully equipped workshop facility in accordance with a structured approach which meets the requirements of the qualification.

Besides the above-structured learning, students are advised to do appropriately 10 hours per week of unstructured learning.

RPL & Credit Transfer

Learners may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in their chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training ( RPL- Recognition of Prior Learning, or Credit Transfer). The granting of course credit may affect course fees as well as the duration of the course.

This process is outlined in Everthought’s Student Enrolment & Induction Policy and Assessment Policy.

If students have previously completed a unit with the same unit code or unit title as in the student’s new course, students may be eligible for a Credit Transfer and students may not have to repeat that unit. Students will need to complete a credit transfer application form and provide a certified copy of the transcript of the statement of attainment. There is a fee for this process. Applications for credit transfer must be made prior to the commencement of the course.

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if they can demonstrate that their work and life experiences match one or more of the units in which they have enrolled. They must be able to demonstrate that they have achieved the skills and knowledge equivalent to the learning outcomes of the unit/s. Evidence that demonstrates this achievement may be through a portfolio of evidence. Applications for RPL must be made prior to the commencement of the course – please speak with the Student Support Officer if you wish to apply. There is a fee for consideration of RPL applications.

Why study this course?

Everthought College of Construction | Perth & Brisbane
Hands-On Learning ​
Students will learn how to efficiently produce quality work in the building and construction, renovation and maintenance sectors of the industry. Preparing them for a successful career in the carpentry industry.​
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Industry connections​
Through your work as an apprentice, you will interact with the industry. A combination of work-integrated learning, carpentry-related tasks performed on-site, and supervision and mentorship from the workplace supervisor will be used to support engagement with industry.​
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Career Advancement​
With the foundational knowledge and skills acquired through this certificate, graduates can pursue various career paths within the carpentry industry. Whether aspiring to become qualified Residential or Commercial Carpenter the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry provides a solid foundation for career advancement and professional growth.​
student working in workshop
Job Roles

Potential job outcomes upon completion of this course:

  • Residential and Commercial Carpenter

 

In Australia, a carpenter can perform the following tasks: renovations, decks, pergolas, structures on buildings framing, doors window installations, trusses, stairs eves.

Average Salary

The average Carpenter salary in Australia is $77,500 per year 

*Source au.talent.com (2024)

A professional and the best college to study trade course that is a part of the Australian construction industry. Everthought is a unique organisation, with great project management and highly experienced and professional trainers. Everthought is a golden path that leads to a better future. As being a part of it, I am very thankful to Everthought for making me professionally skilled.
Pradhdeep Singh, India
International Student, CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

Course Information

Cricos Code:
104862M
Duration:
104 Weeks (inc. holidays)
Tuition Fee:
$35,000 AUD
Non Tuition Fee:
$7,350 AUD
Mode of Delivery:
Face to Face
Next Intake:
January 2025
Available at:
Perth and Brisbane campus

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