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Carpenter ANZSCO Code: 331212

A carpenter is a building expert who installs and repairs things out of wood. Carpenters have extensive training in their trade and a thorough understanding of the concepts and methods of woodworking. Carpenters work with wood, wood substitutes, and other materials to build, assemble, and repair buildings and other structures. 

Occupation description

Carpenter works with wood, wood substitutes, and other materials to build, assemble, and repair buildings and other structures.

Their job involves:

  • Examining requirements and drawings to ascertain necessary supplies, measurements, and installation methods.
  • Arranging and choosing materials and wood, as well as creating plans.
  • Chopping materials, putting together, and fastening formed and cut pieces together.
  • We are building the framework and roof framing, installing the subfloor and floorboards, and confirming the accuracy of the constructions.
  • Installing external wall cladding, door and window frames, fascia panels, and sheathing roofs.
  • Putting together ready-to-install structures and fittings out of prepared wood.  

Carpenters can also fix old fixtures and build a concrete structure.

How will I be assessed?

Stage 1:

Documentary Evidence Assessment

We will examine your documentation to ensure it satisfies the training and employment standards and proves you have the required expertise, experience, and knowledge to work as a carpenter. 

Below is information regarding the documentation, training, and employment requirements:

  • Download the Evidence guide to find out what evidence you should provide with your application.
  • You must also locate information on assessments for your occupation if you are on Pathway 1.
  • A guide to videos and pictures
  • Report from the supervisor
  • Please refer to the Pathway 1 Employment Experience Guidelines for details regarding the employment experience criteria for a Pathway 1 application.
  • Please read the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide if you apply for a Pathway 2 examination.

Stage 2:

Technical Assessment

If you make it through Stage 1, you will have a technical interview with our assessor. The assessor will question you regarding applying the knowledge needed to work in your trade in Australia. No interpreters will be permitted for the technical interview, which will be conducted in English.

Read the Technical Assessment Guide to learn more about the technical interview.

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    What skills and knowledge do I need?

    A carpenter using a saw to cut wood in a workshop.

    The CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is the qualification applicable to this position. To receive this qualification, you must demonstrate your abilities in the competency units indicated in the table below. Each unit of competency defines a subset of the knowledge and abilities needed in Australian businesses. 

    You must achieve 34 units of competency:

    • 27 core units
    • 7 elective units

    Core Units

     

    Code

    Title

    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

     

    Code

    Title

    CPCCOM1013

    Plan and organise work

    CPCCCM2002

    Carry out hand excavation*

    CPCCCM3005

    Calculate costs of construction work

    CPCCCA3014

    Construct and install bulkheads*

    CPCCCA3018

    Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps*

    CPCCCA3019

    Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls*

    CPCCSF2004

    Place and fix reinforcement materials*

    All of the prerequisite units, as well as the core and elective units of competency, must be shown by you.

    NOTE: denotes the presence of a prerequisite in a unit.

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    How to Apply

    If you work as a tradesperson, someone who has experience in your field and is familiar with your qualifications will evaluate your skills and knowledge. As Australia’s top trade assessment organization, cdrforAustralia can evaluate 27 distinct trade occupations. 

    Step 1

    Verify if you are qualified to apply for a Trade Skills Evaluation.

    Step 2

    Recognize the Evaluation Procedure

    Step 3

    Verify the kind of proof that you could be required to submit.

    Step 4

    Find out how much your trade skills assessment will cost upfront.

    Step 5

    Apply now.

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