Work in residential and commercial carpentry.
Course Description:
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.
Workers with this qualification have tradesperson-level skills in the construction, installation, and repair of structures and fixtures made from wood, engineered timber products, and other materials in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
They have core skills in tool use, measuring, cutting, joining, interpreting plans and specifications, structural framing, communication, teamwork, and safe and environmentally sustainable work practices. They may have specialised skills in formwork construction, wall and roof framing, stairs and balustrades, shopfitting, or heritage restoration carpentry.
Work is in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader activities involving established routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, materials or construction techniques. Individuals collaborate with others to achieve quality outcomes and take responsibility for their own work. They may have some limited responsibility for the work of others.
Occupation Outcome:
- Carpenter – Commercial
- Carpenter – Formwork
- Carpenter – Residential
Delivery Mode:
Best Option Training delivers training online through its state-of-the-art Learning Management System and/or via RPL assessment. All training and assessment is conducted by our highly qualified trainers who are all industry experts and will fully support each student through their learning outcome.
Entry Requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Learner Requirements:
- Possess a minimum LLN level mapped to ACSF 2
- Learners must hold a valid White Card (CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry) to be accepted into this course.
- Have access to their own computer/laptop or device fitted with a camera (this will be used to verify identity when undertaking the course online)
- Be physically fit to the level required to complete the practical tasks associated with the course.
- Have a USI or create one from https://www/usi.gov.au/your-usi/create-usi
- Access to appropriate tools, equipment and workplace
Course Structure:
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
34 units of competency:
27 core units
7 electives
For the elective units:
- a minimum of five units must be selected from Group A
- the remaining can be selected from Group A or Group B
- a maximum of two units can be selected from any group or current training package, as long as it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and maintains the AQF level of this qualification.
Prerequisite units of competency
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
Core units
CPCCCA2002* Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011* Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCA3001* Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
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
CPCCCA3025* Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM3001 Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCWHS3001 Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Elective units
Group A – Specialist Electives
CPCCCA3027 Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
CPCCSF2004 Place and fix reinforcement materials
CPCCCA3014 Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCM2002 Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCA3012 Frame and fit wet area fixtures
Group B – General Electives
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCCA3026 Assemble partitions
Assessment Requirements:
Assessment for this qualification is conducted in accordance with the training package guidelines and industry standards. Students may be assessed through a combination of the following methods:
- Practical demonstrations – showing skills in a simulated or real construction environment
- Written assessments – including short answer questions, case studies, and workbooks
- Oral questioning – to confirm knowledge and understanding
- Projects and assignments – based on realistic workplace scenarios
- Workplace observation – where applicable (e.g. if placement or site visits are used)
Assessments are designed to be:
- Competency-based – students must demonstrate that they can perform to the standard required in the workplace
- Aligned with units of competency – covering both knowledge and performance evidence as per the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
All assessment tasks must be:
- Completed in full
- Submitted within specified timeframes
- Conducted under the supervision of a qualified trainer/assessor
Students must demonstrate competency across all core and elective units before qualification completion can be awarded.
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