Prepare for a career as a timber joiner with this hands-on, entry-level course. Develop the skills to manufacture joinery components and use computer-controlled machinery.
CPC31912 Certificate III in Joinery
Gain specialist skills in timber joinery and develop a broad understanding of the building and construction industry with this entry-level course.
Population growth is pushing demand for new housing construction with commercial building forecast to grow over the next five years.
This course will teach you to manufacture joinery components, use computer-controlled machinery, manufacture components for door and window frames, install windows and doors, construct and assemble stairs, and apply decorative finishes. Our industry-experienced staff are the best in the business and will give you the one-on-one guidance you need to get your trade qualification.
Upon completion of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to work as a joiner. If completed as part of an apprenticeship, this course allows you to apply for a trade qualification.
You will be taught by trade-qualified professionals with years of industry experience. Our teachers maintain close industry-ties to ensure training reflects current industry practice. Our large-scale training facilities replicate residential and commercial construction environments to deliver a hands-on training experience.
TAFE Queensland's commitment to and delivery of the highest quality outcomes has been proven through our award-winning teachers, programs and students. In carpentry, these include Educator of the Year 2016, finalist in the Premier's Awards for Excellence in Public Service Delivery and nominations for student of the year with Construction Skills Queensland and Queensland Training.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 14 elective units from the list below.
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CPCCCA2002BUse carpentry tools and equipmentUnit code: CPCCCA2002B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely select and use carpentry tools and equipment. It includes hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, plant and equipment. |
Use carpentry tools and equipment | |
CPCCCA2011AHandle carpentry materialsUnit code: CPCCCA2011A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely manually handle, store and apply environmental management principles associated with carpentry materials and components. It includes preparing material for mechanical handling. |
Handle carpentry materials | |
CPCCCM1012AWork effectively and sustainably in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCCM1012A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the construction industry. It covers 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. |
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | |
CPCCCM1013APlan and organise workUnit code: CPCCCM1013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and organise individual and group work activities on a construction site. The unit includes identifying task requirements, planning steps and organising work. |
Plan and organise work | |
CPCCCM1014AConduct workplace communicationUnit code: CPCCCM1014A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment. It includes gathering, conveying and receiving information through verbal and written forms of communication. |
Conduct workplace communication | |
CPCCCM1015ACarry out measurements and calculationsUnit code: CPCCCM1015A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment. |
Carry out measurements and calculations | |
CPCCCM2001ARead and interpret plans and specificationsUnit code: CPCCCM2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations. It includes the identification of types of plans and drawings and their functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols and abbreviations, the identification of key features and specifications on a site plan, the comprehension of written job specifications and the recognition of document status and amendment detail. |
Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
CPCCCM2006BApply basic levelling proceduresUnit code: CPCCCM2006B Unit 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. |
Apply basic levelling procedures | |
CPCCCM2007BUse explosive power toolsUnit code: CPCCCM2007B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply safe and effective operation of explosive power tools (EPT), used to fasten materials or fix fasteners to bases. It includes both direct action and indirect action explosive powered fastening tools. |
Use explosive power tools | |
CPCCCM2010BWork safely at heightsUnit code: CPCCCM2010B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to work safely on construction sites where the work activity involves working above 1.5 metres from ground level and where fall protection measures are required. |
Work safely at heights | |
CPCCJN3001AUse static machinesUnit code: CPCCJN3001A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to use static machines, which are those fixed to a set location for their operation, as applies with off-site manufacturing processes. |
Use static machines | |
CPCCJN3002AUse computer-controlled machineryUnit code: CPCCJN3002A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to program, load and operate computer-controlled machinery for the production of components. Manufacturing applications are shopfitting, joinery and stair building work. |
Use computer-controlled machinery | |
CPCCJN3003AManufacture components for door and window frames and doorsUnit code: CPCCJN3003A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out machining and manufacturing processes to set out component material in preparation for the assembly of window frames, sashes, doors and door frames. It applies to timber or plastic-covered timber-cored material construction. |
Manufacture components for door and window frames and doors | |
CPCCJN3004AManufacture joinery componentsUnit code: CPCCJN3004A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out machining and manufacturing processes for component material in preparation for assembling joinery components. |
Manufacture joinery components | |
CPCCOHS2001AApply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCOHS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. 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. |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | |
CPCCSH3001ASet out and assemble cabinets, showcases, wall units, counters and workstationsUnit code: CPCCSH3001A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to set out component parts and assemble and fit them to complete the construction of a fitment. |
Set out and assemble cabinets, showcases, wall units, counters and workstations |
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CPCCCA3013AInstall lining, panelling and mouldingUnit code: CPCCCA3013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare, set out and install lining and panelling to either masonry or timber/metal framed walls. It includes the installation of mouldings to provide decorative finishes. |
Install lining, panelling and moulding | |
CPCCCA3015AAssemble partitionsUnit code: CPCCCA3015A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to set out and assemble partitions for the purpose of dividing areas into useable spaces. It includes prefabricated and demountable partitions constructed of timber or metal. |
Assemble partitions | |
CPCCCA3016AConstruct timber external stairsUnit code: CPCCCA3016A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to construct and install timber external stairs, that may involve one or more flights, to provide access into a structure. It includes timber treads and stringers. |
Construct timber external stairs | |
CPCCCM2009ACarry out basic demolitionUnit code: CPCCCM2009A Unit description: Components from single storey buildings and structures using basic demolition techniques. It includes the preparation of the site for the demolition process and the removal of components. |
Carry out basic demolition | |
CPCCJN2001AAssemble componentsUnit code: CPCCJN2001A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to assemble manufactured components to form a completed constructed unit. |
Assemble components | |
CPCCJN3005ACut and install glassUnit code: CPCCJN3005A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to manually cut glass to simple shapes for installation purposes. |
Cut and install glass | |
CPCCJS3002AManufacture stair components for straight flighted stairsUnit code: CPCCJS3002A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to undertake the manufacturing processes required to prepare and manufacture components for the assembly of straight flighted stairs. |
Manufacture stair components for straight flighted stairs | |
CPCCJS3003AAssemble and install stairsUnit code: CPCCJS3003A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to assemble prepared components required for the assembly and installation of a timber stair to location. |
Assemble and install stairs | |
CPCCJS3011ADesign and set out stairsUnit code: CPCCJS3011A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to design and set out dressed material to prepare for manufacturing processes in preparation for the assembly of components to construct a stair. |
Design and set out stairs | |
CPCCSH2003AApply and install sealant and sealant devicesUnit code: CPCCSH2003A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to apply sealants and sealant devices to structures. |
Apply and install sealant and sealant devices | |
CPCCSH3005AApply and trim decorative finishesUnit code: CPCCSH3005A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to prepare and apply decorative and ornamental edgings and add-ons as finishes to specified designs. |
Apply and trim decorative finishes | |
CPCCSH3006AApply finishesUnit code: CPCCSH3006A Unit description: This unit specifies the outcomes required to prepare and apply types of finishing materials to surfaces. |
Apply finishes |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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