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104 weeks
Face to Face (Theory & Practical)
Full Time
Monthly Intake
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
407 High St, Lalor, VIC 3075
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
State/Territory Trade Licensing Authority
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Use carpentry tools and equipment
Core unit
Handle carpentry materials
Core unit
Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
Core unit
Carry out setting out
Core unit
Carry out levelling operations
Core unit
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Core unit
Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
Core unit
Conduct workplace communication
Core unit
Carry out measurements and calculations
Core unit
Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
Core unit
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Core unit
Work safely at heights
Core unit
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Core unit
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Core unit
Install flooring systems
Core unit
Construct and erect wall frames
Core unit
Construct ceiling frames
Core unit
Erect roof trusses
Core unit
Construct pitched roofs
Core unit
Construct eaves
Core unit
Install windows and doors
Core unit
Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
Core unit
Install exterior cladding
Core unit
Install lining, panelling and moulding
Core unit
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
Core unit
Apply basic levelling procedures
Core unit
Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Core unit
Frame and fit wet area fixtures
Elective unit
Construct and install bulkheads
Elective unit
Construct advanced roofs
Elective unit
Carry out hand excavation
Elective unit
Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
Elective unit
Plan and organise
Elective unit
Assemble partitions
Elective unit
Common Questions
The total fees for the Certificate III in Carpentry include a tuition fee of $20,250, an application fee of $500, and material fees of $1,250.
The Certificate III in Carpentry is delivered full time over 104 weeks via face-to-face study at ICV's Melbourne CBD campus and Trade Center in Lalor, with monthly intake dates available.
To demonstrate English proficiency, international students must provide one of the following: an IELTS band score of overall 6 (Academic) or equivalent; an IELTS score of 5.5 when packaged with at least 10 weeks' ELICOS; an IELTS score of 5 when packaged with at least 20 weeks' ELICOS; a Pearson Test of English Academic score of 50; a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education completed in Australia; a Certificate IV or higher completed in Australia; or evidence of tertiary studies in the medium of English.
Graduates may pursue occupational titles including Carpenter – Commercial, Carpenter – Formwork, and Carpenter – Residential. The qualification is also acceptable to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) for registration in some classifications for Domestic Builder Limited to carpentry (DB-L), and can support relevant registration in other states and territories.
Yes, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available. The competencies in this qualification may be attained through RPL, which takes into consideration the candidates' previous training, work and life experience. RPL opportunities will be identified during the pre-training interview process, and learners will be provided with an RPL Candidate guide to assist them in identifying prior learning or preparing 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.
Application
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