Certificate III in Carpentry

Timetable

Berwick, Dandenong, Frankston, Mornington Peninsula
Four days approximately every six weeks, three years

8am – 4pm

• Days per week: 4
• Hours per day: 7.5
• Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 2

All learning is conducted in person on campus.

Students are released by their employers for blocks of training. These blocks run for four days (two sessions/day). Each day represents 7.5 hours of training.
The blocks of training are as follows:
• First year: 7 blocks (Seven blocks of 4 days each for 7.5 hours per day)
• Second year: 7 blocks
• Third year: 6 blocks

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
CPCCOM3006	Carry out levelling operations
CPCCCO2013	Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCCM3005	Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCA3004	Construct and erect wall frames
CPCCCA3007	Construct pitched roofs
CPCCCA3009	Construct advanced roofs
CPCCCA3002	Carry out setting out
CPCCCA3006	Erect roof trusses
CPCCCM2006	Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2002	Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCA3001	Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3010	Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3008	Construct eaves
CPCCCA3025	Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCCA3016	Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCSF2004	Place and fix reinforcement materials
CPCCCA3024	Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCA3005	Construct ceiling frames
CPCCOM1014	Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCA3028	Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCOM3001	Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCCA2002	Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA3012	Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCA2011	Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCM2008	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012	Work safely at heights
CPCWHS3001	Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
CPCCCA3027	Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
CPCCOM1013	Plan and organise work
CPCCCA3003	Install flooring systems
CPCCCM3001	Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCA3017	Install exterior cladding

Assessment methods

• Observation
• Questioning or Test/Quiz
• Project
• Presentation
• Portfolio
• Logbook/Diary/Journal
• Report/Essay

Admission requirements

• Apprentice or Trainee Must be currently employed and have a Registered Agreement with their employer.
• If you are under 17 years of age and leaving secondary school, you will need to provide a copy of your Exemption from School paperwork.

Inherent requirements

Our inherent requirements are a guide to help you decide if a course is right for you.

If you are a student with a disability, long-term illness, mental health condition or are a primary carer of an individual with a disability, you can apply for support through our Equitable Learning and Disability Support team.

Physical:
Students need to have a general understanding of how to work safely on a construction site. Students need to have sufficient mobility and dexterity to navigate building sites (including working at heights) and manual handling of building materials, tools and equipment.

Cognitive/Emotional:
Effective Communication: Clearly convey information to clients, team members, and stakeholders; interpret and explain technical plans and specifications; engage in active listening to understand client needs.
Exposure to Challenging Situations: Manage difficult conversations with clients
Emotional Flexibility and Stability: Adapt to meet varying client needs and expectations.
Task and Time Management: Organise multiple tasks and projects simultaneously; prioritise tasks to meet project deadlines

Digital Literacy:
This course requires students to hold a basic level of digital literacy skills and an ability to learn digital software at to beginner level.

Students must have access to a computer with speakers, camera, headset, and Internet to complete this program and have sufficient computer skills to be able to access a learning management system, attend webinars and using programs such as Microsoft Word.

Students are required to bring a laptop to class.

Language, literacy and numeracy

You are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.

We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

Below are the levels required for this course:

• Language and literacy: 3
• Numeracy: 3

Students can be taken at one level below with LNSUPPORT.

Practical placement

There are no practical placement requirements for this course.

Simulated work environment

On Campus in a simulated work environment using realistic workplace conditions and standards, materials, activities, responsibilities, procedures, safety requirements and environmental considerations.

Workshops comprise:
• sandpit
• carpentry tools and equipment – see table below.
• racking for storage of materials – see table below
• work benches
• skill bays (timber framed)
• pressurised air lines
• 240-volt single phase power

The following dress code applies on campus and/or on placement:
• Work shorts or pants e.g. FXD, Hard Yakka (Khaki)
• Leather upper case work boots (Steel caps preferred by not essential)
• Work shirt or t-shirt (no singlets or muscle tops)
• No strings in Hoodies
• Hearing and eye protection will be issued to you on your first week of attendance

Chisholm is a smoke free campus. Should you choose to smoke off premises during your lunch break, your uniform MUST be covered. If you are dealing with clients, you will need to ensure your breath is freshened along with removal of any smoke odour. If the trainer can still smell smoke residue you will be asked to address this.

Course and career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Carpentry	Certificate IV In Building And Construction (Building)
Possible job outcome	carpenter	Leading Hand building site manager construction manager

Fees

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Fees
Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
Concession	$1,192	ConcessionAmount
Government subsidised	$5,959	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
Full fee paying	$22,736	FullfeeAmount
Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials	$1,005	MaterialFeeAmount
And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$140	studentservicefeewithConcession
Student services - no concession (annual)	$280	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

Total fees

*Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
**You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

Help with fees

Apprentices

Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

Government-subsidised training

Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligibility requirements for government-subsidised training.

Other financial assistance available for apprentices

As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

Employers

As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance

Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

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