Certificate III in Carpentry

This course is provided for apprentices and employers with apprentices requiring off-the-job training in a practical environment.

Program Title:

Certificate III in Carpentry

AQF Qualification code:

CPC30208

Type:

Apprenticeship

This qualification delivers the basic foundations and content for students to develop the skills and knowledge used in the building and construction industry, specialising in carpentry and framing techniques. Students will also learn how to apply safe work practices necessary for the safe use and maintenance of a wide range of tools and equipment generally used on-the-job. These include:

• Power Tools
• Cement Mixers
• Automatic and Laser Levels
• Scaffolding
• Generators

Job summary:

Carpenters construct, erect, install, finish and repair wooden and metal structures and fixtures on residential and commercial buildings. They may also work on large concrete, steel and timber structures such as bridges, dams, power stations and civil engineering projects. The carpentry apprentice will perform tasks including:

• setting out
• construction of:
• wall frames
• ceiling frames
• pitched roofs
• eaves
• external stairs
• flooring systems
• install windows and doors

Career Opportunities:

Graduates will complete the program with the skills and knowledge recognised in industry for roles and titles in various sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

• Carpenter
• Carpenter and joiner

Pathways to further Learning::

Graduates of this qualifcation combined with a Queensland Certificate of Education gained after completion of the School-based Program may continue further study at a higher level qualification in VET or Tertiary. This pathway can include:

• Certificate IV
• Diploma
• Degree