52893WA Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)
Are you keen to work in construction working with timber?
You'll be equipped with the basic skills to be able to take on a carpentry and joinery apprenticeship after you have completed this course.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Balga | Clarkson
When Semester 1, 2025
How On campus
Do you have a desire to work in construction working with timber?
Carpenters and joiners construct, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials, and cut, shape and fit timber parts to form structures and fittings.
When you complete this pre-apprenticeship you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice carpenter and joiner. Give yourself a better chance of gaining an apprenticeship and a flying start in learning a trade.
- Using manual and power tools
- Constructing wall frames
- Installing flooring
- Interpreting plans
- How to measure and calculate materials
- Working with scaffolding
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy hands-on work
- Physically fit and able to undertake manual labour for extended periods
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Planning, organisational and problem solving skills
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $395.00 )
Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Fee Free page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| CENGAGE1 | CENGAGE 100 |
| CPCCCA2002 | Use carpentry tools and equipment |
| CPCCCA2011 | Handle carpentry materials |
| CPCCCA3027 | Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $395.00 )
Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Fee Free page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| CENGAGE1 | CENGAGE 100 |
| CPCCCA2002 | Use carpentry tools and equipment |
| CPCCCA2011 | Handle carpentry materials |
| CPCCCA3027 | Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
Get help
This form is only for course enquiries. If you would like to apply, please refer to the SELECT YOUR PREFERRED CAMPUS AND APPLY section above.