Construction Trades

CPC30208 Certificate III in Carpentry

Overview

CPC30208 Certificate III in Carpentry aims to provide apprentices with training in both the housing and industrial areas of the carpentry trade. We offer the qualification of CPC30208 Certificate III in Carpentry to be delivered two ways:

Through an apprenticeship program
Through a full time on campus program apprenticeship program

Our Trade Skills Centre offers a flexible approach to Trade School. We are able to accept apprentice enrolments all year round. Our on-site assessment services provide a Trade School training plan customised to the apprentice’s needs to gain quality industry training and minimises disruption to the workplace.

This is an ideal course for those who are interested in doing a full time carpentry course to gain an invaluable introduction to the carpentry trade, with training based in housing and commercial construction.

Career pathways

Carpenter
Self-employed contractor
Carpenter and joiner
Supervisor or leading hand

Study modes available

COn campus

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Subject areas
- Construction
- Carpentry
- Building
Locations, start dates and duration

Location Study mode Start date Duration

Trade Skill Centre, Ringwood On campus – Apprentice Upon enrolment approximately 36 to 48 months

Location	Study mode	Start date	Duration
Trade Skill Centre, Ringwood	On campus – Apprentice	Upon enrolment	approximately 36 to 48 months

Units of competency

Unit code	Unit title
CPCCCA2001A	Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCA2002A	Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA3001A	Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3002A	Carry out setting out
CPCCCA3023A	Carry out levelling operations
CPCCCM1002A	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCM1003A	Plan and organise work
CPCCCM1004A	Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCM1005A	Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCM1006A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM2001A	Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCCM2002A	Carry out excavation
CPCCCM2007A	Use explosive power tools
CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCC02003A	Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCOHS2001A	Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCA3003A	Install flooring system
CPCCCA3004A	Construct wall frames
CPCCCA3005A	Construct ceiling frames
CPCCCA3006A	Erect roof trusses
CPCCCA3007A	Construct pitched roofs
CPCCCA3008A	Construct eaves
CPCOHS1001A	Work safely in the construction industry (White Card)
CPCCCA3010A	Install and replace windows and doors
CPCCCA3012A	Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCA3013A	Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCA3016A	Construct timber external stairs
CPCCCA2003A	Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCA3014A	Construct bulkheads
CPCCCA3017A	Install exterior cladding
CPCCCM3001A	Operate elevated work platforms

Enrolment & additional information

Entry requirements for CPC30208 Certificate III in Carpentry

You need to have completed Year 10 at an Australian school or an equivalent level of schooling. Students will be required to complete the Construction Induction Training (White Card) 21883VIC Course in Construction (OH&S Induction) as a separate course.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. MEGT Institute offers all students the opportunity to apply for Skills Recognition at enrolment in the course.

Training and Assessment Methods

MEGT Institute’s carpentry course offers a combination of practical workshops, demonstrations, simulations, classroom activities and project work. Assessment is conducted in the classroom and in the workshop. Students engage in case studies, simulated workplace tasks, projects and written tasks.