CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

VU Polytechnic delivers the electives listed in the ‘course structure and units’ below. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback. Alternative suitable electives are only available via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT).

• Use carpentry tools and equipment

  Unit code

  CPCCCA2002

• Handle carpentry materials

  Unit code

  CPCCCA2011

• Carry out general demolition of minor building structures

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3001

• Carry out setting out

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3002

• Install flooring systems

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3003

• Construct and erect wall frames

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3004

• Construct ceiling frames

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3005

• Erect roof trusses

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3006

• Construct pitched roofs

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3007

• Construct eaves

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3008

• Install windows and doors

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3010

• Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3016

• Install exterior cladding

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3017

• Install lining, panelling and moulding

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3024

• Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3025

• Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3028

• Apply basic levelling procedures

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2006

• Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2008

• Work safely at heights

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2012

• Carry out concreting to simple forms

  Unit code

  CPCCCO2013

• Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

  Unit code

  CPCCOM1012

• Conduct workplace communication

  Unit code

  CPCCOM1014

• Carry out measurements and calculations

  Unit code

  CPCCOM1015

• Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements

  Unit code

  CPCCOM3001

• Carry out levelling operations

  Unit code

  CPCCOM3006

• Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

  Unit code

  CPCCWHS2001

• Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

  Unit code

  CPCWHS3001

• Construct advanced roofs

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3009

• Frame and fit wet area fixtures

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3012

• Construct and install bulkheads

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3014

• Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3018

• Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3019

• Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3027

• Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres

  Unit code

  CPCCCM3001

• Construct advanced roofs

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3009

• Frame and fit wet area fixtures

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3012

• Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools

  Unit code

  CPCCCA3027

• Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres

  Unit code

  CPCCCM3001

• Place and fix reinforcement materials

  Unit code

  CPCCSF2004

• Plan and organise work

  Unit code

  CPCCOM1013

• Arc weld reinforcement steel

  Unit code

  CPCCSF2005

• Carry out hand excavation

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2002

• Use explosive power tool

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2007

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

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.