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Overview

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.

Qualification:

 Certificate III in Carpentry CPC30220

Next Intake:

 Semester 2 2024

Course No:

 C3-TS28

Campus:

 CIT Bruce 

Duration:

 Apprentices attend CIT one day per week for 6 (six) consecutive blocks, attending 17 days per block. This program is delivered over 3 years.
Up to 2 hours per week for independent study to be undertaken for online activities and assessment preparation.

Cost Info:

Fee information for completing this course under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement is available on the Apprenticeships and Traineeships page. The total course cost may vary if subjects are attempted more than once.

Indicative Cost:

 Apprentice/trainee
  • Subsidised fee $2,255
  • Full fee $16,500

Likely Job Outcome:
  • Carpenter - Commercial
  • Carpenter - Formwork
  • Carpenter - Residential

Application Type:

 Apprentice/Trainee
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Additional Information

You will need to provide your own work safe clothing, appropriate safety footwear suitable for working on a construction site and personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, dust masks and hearing protection.

We highly recommend tool belts with your own basic hand tools for all practical classes and a device that you can undertake learning and upload evidence to Ready Skills.

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 covers this requirement.

Entry Requirements

If you are entering this course as an Apprentice under the Australian Apprenticeships arrangements, you must be employed in the industry and you must register with an Apprentice Network Provider (ANP) prior to enrolment.

Skills Recognition

To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Literacy Skills Information

We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.

Transition Information

Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.

Subject Cancellations/Changes

To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.


Subject Information

Complete 34 subjects

Block 1 - Complete all 9

  • CPCCWHS2001   Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
    • CIT Code: CNST843
      Cost: Standard $20.00
      Apprentice $20.00
      Description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or off-site construction workplaces. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others. The unit covers fundamental WHS requirements necessary to undertake work tasks within any sector in the construction industry. It includes the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos, and compliance with legislated work safety practices. It does not cover removal of asbestos, which is a licensed activity. It applies to workers in the construction industry. This unit also relates directly to the general construction induction training requirements of the Model Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 and relevant occupational health and safety regulations for Victoria and for Western Australia. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry covers these induction training requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCCA2011   Handle carpentry materials
    • CIT Code: CNST891
      Cost: Standard $40.00
      Apprentice $40.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely manually handle and store carpentry materials, meeting all relevant requirements of work health and safety (WHS) and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes preparing material for mechanical handling and applying environmental management principles associated with carpentry materials.The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCM2006   Apply basic levelling procedures
    • CIT Code: CNST838
      Cost: Standard $40.00
      Apprentice $40.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out levelling in a single plane for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set-out of building components. It includes the set-up, testing and use of levelling devices, and establishing and transferring heights using a range of levelling equipment. The unit supports workers in the construction industry who use a variety of common methods and equipment when working with others and as a member of a team. It applies to levelling work on residential and commercial work sites.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCOM1015   Carry out measurements and calculations
    • CIT Code: CNST851
      Cost: Standard $45.00
      Apprentice $45.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan and undertake basic measurements and calculations to determine task and material requirements in a construction work environment.A person working at this level would be expected to complete tasks assigned to them, under supervision.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCCM2012   Work safely at heights
    • CIT Code: CNST847
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to work safely on construction sites where the worker has the potential to fall from one level to another. This unit of competency does not cover the erection of scaffold or work platforms, but it does include identifying and reporting common faults with scaffold or work platform systems. Work at heights is undertaken in a range of construction work, including new construction, renovation, refurbishment and maintenance. This unit also applies to workers in other industries who need to control the two separate risks associated with people and objects falling from heights. 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 CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA2002   Use carpentry tools and equipment
    • CIT Code: CNST890
      Cost: Standard $80.00
      Apprentice $80.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select and safely use and maintain carpentry tools and equipment, meeting all relevant requirements of national construction codes, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools and equipment.The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCOM1014   Conduct workplace communication
    • CIT Code: CNST850
      Cost: Standard $20.00
      Apprentice $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment. The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCCA3027   Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
    • CIT Code: CNST991
      Cost: Standard $55.00
      Apprentice $55.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to set-up, operate and maintain powder-actuated power tools safely and effectively to fasten materials or fix fasteners to bases, meeting all relevant requirements of work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCM3001   Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
    • CIT Code: CNST787
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to operate specific types of elevated work platforms (EWPs) safely and effectively in different locations, including on uneven terrain. The unit includes locating, setting up, operating and shutting down scissor lifts and self-propelled boom lifts with a boom length under 11 metres. The unit supports construction workers in the safe and effective operation of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical EWPs. The unit does not cover truck-mounted EWPs, powered telescoping devices, hinged devices or articulated devices, or any combination of these used to support a platform on which personnel, equipment and materials may be elevated to perform work and which has a boom length of 11 metres or more. It applies to construction work on residential and commercial work sites in new construction, renovation or refurbishment, and maintenance projects. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil

Block 2 - Complete all 7

  • CPCCCA3002   Carry out setting out
    • CIT Code: CNST892
      Cost: Standard $50.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to identify perimeter site boundaries and survey indicators to establish, measure and set up profiled set-outs for buildings and structural components of building work, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes setting out pads, posts, slabs, strips, and stumps and installing string lines to profile the footings of a building and associated structures on a site.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCM2002   Carry out hand excavation
    • CIT Code: CNST909
      Cost: Standard $30.00
      Apprentice $30.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake hand excavation tasks to form excavations for footings and the provision of services. The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCWHS3001   Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
    • CIT Code: CNST995
      Cost: Standard $40.00
      Apprentice $40.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to participate in preparing a job safety analysis (JSA) for general hazards, and a safe work method statement (SWMS) for high risk work hazards on construction sites as specified in work health and safety (WHS) legislation. It includes meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCOM3006   Carry out levelling operations
    • CIT Code: CNST994
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out levelling operations to establish correct and accurate set-out of buildings and components, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. It includes: using the rise and fall and height of collimation methods setting up, testing and using levelling devices undertaking closed and open traverses using a range of levelling equipment calculating distances using stadia lines. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCOM1012   Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
    • CIT Code: CNST848
      Cost: Standard $30.00
      Apprentice $30.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to work effectively and sustainably work in the construction industry. The unit includes the identification and clarification of the construction industry work context, scope and employment conditions, responsibility required to be accepted by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement activities and sustainable work practices and techniques. The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCOM1013   Plan and organise work
    • CIT Code: CNST849
      Cost: Standard $20.00
      Apprentice $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan and organise basic individual and group work activities on a construction site.The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCCM2008   Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
    • CIT Code: CNST839
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding to provide work platforms for various occupational applications. This unit is restricted to modular scaffolding to a height of 4 metres and includes: - placement of safety barriers - the application of knowledge to handle, erect and dismantle a range of restricted height scaffolding systems. It applies to workers who work in a range of industries. It involves working in a team environment.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Block 3 - Complete all 5

  • CPCCCA3028   Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
    • CIT Code: CNST992
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to erect and dismantle formwork for slabs on ground, rebates to slabs on ground, and steps to strip footings, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes:establishing required levels on site and constructing formwork using boxing materials, including timber, metal, masonry, fibre cement sheeting or reconstituted timber products, and fixings to contain wet poured concrete until it is completely curedstripping the formwork and preparing and storing it for re-use. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCSF2004   Place and fix reinforcement materials
    • CIT Code: CNST996
      Cost: Standard $80.00
      Apprentice $80.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to place and fix reinforcement for concrete work as part of construction processes. It includes: planning and preparing for the work, final preparation for placement, placing and fixing, reinforcement, checking the reinforcement, completing clean-up activities. It applies to concreters working as members of a team. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCO2013   Carry out concreting to simple forms
    • CIT Code: CNST913
      Cost: Standard $100.00
      Apprentice $100.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely install formwork, reinforcement and place and finish concrete for the construction of minor slabs, pathways and other minor works to a specified design finish, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3003   Install flooring systems
    • CIT Code: CNST893
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare, set out and install timber and steel flooring systems to support the internal and external walls of a residential building, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation and National Association of Steel-Framed Housing (NASH) standard for steel-framed construction in bushfire areas.The unit includes installation of flooring systems in bedrooms, living areas, kitchens, bathrooms, balconies and decks.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3001   Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
    • CIT Code: CNST997
      Cost: Standard $55.00
      Apprentice $55.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out general demolition work of minor building structures to facilitate alterations, extensions and additions to a building in residential and commercial sites. It includes work being completed to schedules, plans and specifications. This unit is designed for those working as a member of a team safely demolishing existing building structures and disposing of the waste materials. It applies to concreters, carpenters and other construction workers working as members of a team. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Block 4 - Complete all 4

  • CPCCCA3024   Install lining, panelling and moulding
    • CIT Code: CNST989
      Cost: Standard $50.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare, set out and install lining and panelling to masonry and timber and/or metal framed walls, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes installation of mouldings to provide decorative finishes. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3010   Install windows and doors
    • CIT Code: CNST900
      Cost: Standard $150.00
      Apprentice $150.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare and install window and door units, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3017   Install exterior cladding
    • CIT Code: CNST904
      Cost: Standard $80.00
      Apprentice $80.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply material finishes to an external framed wall surface for the purpose of weatherproofing and securing the building, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes application of both sheet and linear style claddings in a range of materials.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3004   Construct and erect wall frames
    • CIT Code: CNST894
      Cost: Standard $150.00
      Apprentice $150.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare, set out, construct and erect load-bearing and non-load-bearing wall frames for the different types of loadings, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes setting out, cutting and fabrication of timber frames and preparation of steel frames and the erection, connection and bracing of frames.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Block 5 - Complete all 4

  • CPCCCA3007   Construct pitched roofs
    • CIT Code: CNST897
      Cost: Standard $150.00
      Apprentice $150.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to set out, construct and erect pitched roofs to accommodate roof coverings for weatherproofing purposes, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes determining the required materials and process, and constructing scotch valley gable, broken hip and valley roof structures.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3009   Construct advanced roofs
    • CIT Code: CNST1006
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare, set out and construct pitched roofs on irregular plan building shapes, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes gable, hip, hip and valley, or combinations of these in roofs that are applied to different types and styles of buildings. The roofs may have skewed, splayed or octagonal ends, may contain two separate roof pitches in the one structure, and have varying eave widths. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCCA3007C Construct pitched roofs
      CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3005   Construct ceiling frames
    • CIT Code: CNST895
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare, set-out, construct and erect timber ceiling frames to accommodate ceiling joists, hanging beams, strutting beams, combined hanging/strutting beams, and combined strutting/counter beams, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes selection of members and setting out of ceiling frames in conjunction with roof members.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3006   Erect roof trusses
    • CIT Code: CNST896
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select, set out, erect and brace timber and steel roof trusses in preparation for the installation of waterproof roof coverings, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, National Association of Steel-framed Housing (NASH) Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes erection of manufactured roof trusses in accordance with AS 4440 Installation of nail-plated timber roof trusses.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Block 6 - Complete all 5

  • CPCCCA3008   Construct eaves
    • CIT Code: CNST898
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare, set out and construct eaves, including the cutting and fixing of fascia and barges to provide a finish between the wall and the roof, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes:construction of boxed and raked eaves finishing of gable ends including verge and flush.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3016   Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
    • CIT Code: CNST903
      Cost: Standard $150.00
      Apprentice $150.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to construct, assemble and install timber external stairs of one or more flights to provide access into a building or structure, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes external stairs:installed from ground level to a landingconstructed with open risers and with housed strings or metal brackets to accommodate treadsfreestanding or installed against an existing wall incorporating timber treads, stringers and balustrading.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCA3025   Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
    • CIT Code: CNST990
      Cost: Standard $45.00
      Apprentice $45.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications for carpentry work in order to plan and sequence the work, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCOM3001   Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
    • CIT Code: CNST993
      Cost: Standard $35.00
      Apprentice $35.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan and perform calculations to determine material requirements for a construction project. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCCA3012   Frame and fit wet area fixtures
    • CIT Code: CNST902
      Cost: Standard $60.00
      Apprentice $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install supporting framework for fixtures and flashings for wet area construction of a bath, shower base, and prepare for wet area linings, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. The unit includes setting out, cutting and fabrication of frames and installation of frames in bathroom, laundry, shower, toilet and en suite wet areas.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

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