New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) - Carpentry
Construction
A course by
NorthTec
Prepare for an apprenticeship or entry-level job on construction projects by learning both theory and practical skills in carpentry with the Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Apply safety and compliance in construction
Work safely and in accordance with compliance and regulatory requirements in the construction trades sector.
Communicate effectively in construction
Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers within the construction industry.
Interpret and use drawings/specifications
Read and use specifications and drawings to complete simple construction projects.
What You're Signing Up For
Kick-start your career and prepare for an apprenticeship or a job as a labourer in construction projects. You'll learn foundation carpentry skills and theory, gain hands-on practical experience, and acquire knowledge in construction compliance, reading drawings, calculations, safety, building technology, and working with different construction materials. The programme is designed to get you work-ready for the building and construction sector.
Course Content
- Work safely in accordance with construction sector compliance and regulatory requirements
- Effective communication with colleagues and customers in the construction industry
- Reading and using specifications and drawings to complete construction projects
- Performing simple calculations for familiar construction tasks
- Understanding and applying carpentry terminology and concepts
- Basic building technology and materials (timber, concrete, steel, composites)
- Understanding and using interior and exterior linings and fixings
- Construction and installation processes and techniques
- Carrying out carpentry work in a project environment
What you need to know first
Be at least 16 years old at the start of the programme.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Building
Carpentry
Future employment opportunities might be
Building and Construction Labourer
Construction Worker
Building Contractor