CPC30220 – Certificate III in Carpentry (CRICOS: 116115C)
CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry - 116115C
- Course Description / Overview
Qualification: CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
Qualification CRICOS Code: 116115C
Qualification Status: Current
AQF Level: 3
Total Core Units: 27
Total Electives Units: 7
Mode of Delivery: Face-to-face (Blended)
Location of course: Suite 1, Level 3, 398 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Location of Warehouse: 29 Lentini Street, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029
Total Course Fee: AUD 32,000
Tuition Fee: AUD 28,500
Material Fee: AUD 3250
Application Fee: AUD 250 (non-refundable)
Total Course Duration: 104 weeks, including 88 study weeks and 16 weeks of holidays.
- Entry Requirement
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Protea College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
• Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Protea College is able to provide.
• Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
• Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
• Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
• Please Note: It is highly recommended that student must have successfully completed ‘CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’, prior commencing this course as this unit of competency is a pre-requisite to most of the units contained within the qualification.
• All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Protea College to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Protea College.
Students must complete their practicals in the Protea College’s CPC facilities (nominated warehouse) or as advised otherwise.
We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how assessment in simulated environment will be managed. We ensure that:
• Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
• Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
• All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.
• Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Protea College is able to provide.
• Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
• Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
• Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
• Please Note: It is highly recommended that student must have successfully completed ‘CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’, prior commencing this course as this unit of competency is a pre-requisite to most of the units contained within the qualification.
• All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Protea College to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Protea College.
Students must complete their practicals in the Protea College’s CPC facilities (nominated warehouse) or as advised otherwise.
We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how assessment in simulated environment will be managed. We ensure that:
• Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
• Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
• All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.
- Pathways
Once students have successfully completed CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry, they can apply for various roles across carpentry have carpenter performance accountabilities. The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
• CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building),
• CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or
• Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the CPC Training Package.
• CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building),
• CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or
• Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the CPC Training Package.
- Course Structure
A total of 34 Units (27 Core and 7 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 34 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
| Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
| CPCCCA2002* | Use carpentry tools and equipment | Core |
| CPCCCA2011* | Handle carpentry materials | Core |
| CPCCCA3001* | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | Core |
| CPCCCA3002* | Carry out setting out | Core |
| CPCCCA3003* | Install flooring systems | Core |
| CPCCCA3004* | Construct and erect wall frames | Core |
| CPCCCA3005* | Construct ceiling frames | Core |
| CPCCCA3006* | Erect roof trusses | Core |
| CPCCCA3007* | Construct pitched roofs | Core |
| CPCCCA3008* | Construct eaves | Core |
| CPCCCA3010* | Install windows and doors | Core |
| CPCCCA3016* | Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs | Core |
| CPCCCA3017* | Install exterior cladding | Core |
| CPCCCA3024* | Install lining, panelling and moulding | Core |
| CPCCCA3025* | Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work | Core |
| CPCCCA3028* | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground | Core |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core |
| CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | Core |
| CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Core |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core |
| CPCCOM3001 | Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements | Core |
| CPCCOM3006 | Carry out levelling operations | Core |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCWHS3001 | Identify construction work hazards and select control risk strategies | Core |
| CPCCCA3012* | Frame and fit wet area fixtures | Elective |
| CPCCCA3014* | Construct and install bulkheads | Elective |
| CPCCCM2002* | Carry out hand excavation | Elective |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | Elective |
| CPCCSF2004* | Place and fix reinforcement materials | Elective |
| CPCCCM3005 | Calculate costs of construction work | Elective |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Elective |
- Orientation
New student Orientation will be done face-to-face. New students will receive an e-mail and call from the Admissions department on the Friday, prior to their date of commencement with all necessary further information and instructions. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact +61 3 9008 4537 or [email protected]. Please email or call the student administration should you require any additional support.
Classes
Protea College will transition back to a face-to-face learning environment. If any student requires assistance with this transition, they should notify their trainer and assessor, who will provide them with further guidance.Assessment
Assessment tasks will vary for each unit of competency, with all of these conducted face-to-face. Some assessment tasks may be delayed or deferred to a later date. Trainers are required to communicate unit-specific information to students. The best way to do this is through in-person meetings or email.Support
All staff at Protea College will continue to work and will continue to provide the students with the support any individual may need. The student will be remained connected with each trainer/assessor through regular class participation to assist them continuing their studies. Protea College will also provide online academic and language support and student support staff are always here to help.- Assessment Methodology
Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:
• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Report writing
• Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Report writing
• Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
- Futher Information
For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook on for all related policies and procedures (policies and procedures also available on www.protea.edu.au) and other important information related to international students including Covid-19, living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc.
Please contact the Administration Manager at [email protected] or at +61 3 9008 4537 for further information.