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.
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Occupational titles depending on packaging options selected may include:
This qualification is acceptable to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) for registration in some of the classifications for Domestic Builder Limited to carpentry (DB-L). The qualification can support relevant registration in other states and territories.
EDUCATION PATHWAY
Additional Information – Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Additional units of competency may be required to meet builder registration requirements in various States and Territories.
Whilst there are no entry requirements stipulated in the training package (CPC), ICV requires its applicants to meet the following criteria:
Minimum Age Requirement:
18 years or older at commencement of course.
Minimum English Language Requirement:
To demonstrate English proficiency, you must provide us with one of the following:
Minimum Academic Qualification Requirement:
Australian Year 11 or Equivalent
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
Some units in this qualification may have prerequisite requirements, which must be met when packaging the qualification.
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a pre-requisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Two asterisks (**) against a unit code below indicates that there is multiple pre-requisite requirements that must be met. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
CPCCCA2002* Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011* Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCA3001* Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM3001 Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCA3025* Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
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
CPCCCA3010* Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3016* Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCCA3017* Install exterior cladding
CPCCCA3024* Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCWHS3001 Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
CPCCCA3012* Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCA3014* Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3009** Construct advanced roofs
CPCCCM2002* Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCA3027* Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise
CPCCCA3026* Assemble partitions
The competencies in this qualification may be attained through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL takes into consideration the candidates’ previous training, work and life experience.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) opportunities will be identified and addressed during the pre-training interview process.
Learners will also be provided with an RPL Candidate guide to assist the learner in identifying any Recognition of Prior Learning either through previous training, work, or life experience or to how to prepare a portfolio of evidence.
Learners are encouraged to apply for RPL prior to or immediately after formal enrolment but prior to the facilitated delivery of units to ensure that they do not miss any class/workshop opportunities offered should they be unsuccessful in the RPL process.
RTO recognises the AQF Qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Registered Training Organisation.
This certificate will allow the students to further career in many facets of the building and construction industry such as:
