New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) - Carpentry

Program Overview

This full-time program prepares individuals for entry-level roles in the construction industry, specifically focusing on carpentry. It covers essential skills such as reading drawings, performing calculations, and understanding carpentry terminology. The program emphasizes practical applications and hands-on learning, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to work safely and effectively in the construction sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• This program prepares individuals for an apprenticeship or a job as a laborer on construction projects.
• Trainees learn essential skills such as reading drawings, performing calculations, and understanding carpentry terminology.
• The program focuses on practical applications and hands-on learning.

Objectives:

• Equip students with the knowledge and skills to work safely in the construction industry.
• Enable students to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Develop students' ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications for simple construction projects.
• Teach students to perform basic calculations relevant to the construction sector.
• Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of carpentry terminology and concepts.
• Introduce students to basic building technology and material properties.
• Train students in various construction and installation processes and techniques.
• Prepare students to perform carpentry work in a project environment.

Outline:

Content:

• This program is designed to equip individuals with the fundamental knowledge and skills required to excel in the construction industry, specifically focusing on carpentry.
• It covers a broad range of topics, including safety regulations, communication skills, reading drawings and specifications, performing calculations, understanding carpentry terminology and concepts, exploring basic building technology, learning about material properties, mastering construction and installation processes and techniques, and gaining practical experience in carpentry work within a project environment.

Structure:

• The program is offered in a full-time format.

Course Schedule:

• Rolling intake with multiple start dates throughout the year.

Careers:

• Successful completion of this program prepares individuals for entry-level roles in the construction industry, including:
• Carpentry apprentice
• Construction laborer
• Other related positions in the building and construction sector

Other:

• The program is offered at various locations in New Zealand, including Whangārei, Dargaville, and Kaitaia.
• Students may be eligible for the Youth Guarantee Fund, which covers tuition fees for those who meet the specified criteria.
International students can also enroll in the program, but at a higher fee.

Fees:$6,233 (2024) $2,738 (2023) | Fees Free with Youth Guarantee InternationalInternational Fees:$25,000 (2024) InternationalInternational Fees: (2023)