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National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)
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About the Programme
The National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) is for people currently employed in the construction industry, who are not apprenticed, nor have acquired a carpentry qualification. It provides the opportunity to study part time and have their skills formally recognised by gaining credits towards a national qualification. Students can gain both theoretical and practical units which, with their on-site skills and knowledge, lead to the completion of the National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4). The three year programme may be considerably reduced if students have gained credits from previous study at a polytechnic or have had suitable work experience.
Builders’ Upskilling Option
Ask us about our ‘Builders’ Upskilling’ option. People currently employed in the construction industry who have at least seven years’ experience may be eligible to fast-track their National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). For more information contact the School of Building and Construction on 09 968 7722.
Builders’ Upskilling Cost (2012 Fees)
Core Units: $3,077
RPL Units: $1,000 - $1500 (costs dependant on elective chosen)
| Programme Code | NC5224 |
|---|---|
| Study Method | Part time |
| Qualification | National Certificate |
| Duration | Three years |
| Applications | Close when programme is full |
| Start Dates | February and July |
| Level | 4 |
| Credits | 294 |
Offered by
Faculty of Engineering and Trades - School of Building and Construction
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Have successfully completed the MIT Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) or a similar pre-trade programme and
- Be employed as a carpenter or trainee carpenter and
- Be physically capable of completing the practical aspects of the programme which may include working safely at heights.
All applicants must have:
- A suitable tool kit to meet the minimum requirements by having all the items on the MIT Tool List and
- Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English.
Any applicant whose first language is not English may be asked to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 (with no score below 5.0) or equivalent.
All applicants will be interviewed. Applicants who are employed in the building industry will be interviewed to determine whether their experience is sufficient to enable them to enter this programme, or whether they should enter at the pre-trade level.
Cost
Year 1 - Theory $1,374 - Practical/Elective $1,800
Year 2 - Theory $939 - Practical/Elective $2,100
Year 3 - Theory $1,147 - Practical $971 - Elective $2,000 (Costs vary on elective chosen)
Courses
| 211.306 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Making and Placing Concrete V7 |
| 211.308 | Perform Building Calculations V10 |
| 211.309 | Receive, Transport, Place, Finish and Cure Concrete on Site V10 |
| 211.310 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Retaining Wall Construction V10 |
| 211.311 | Attend to Construction Subcontractors on Site V10 |
| 211.403 | Install Metal Roof Claddings & Verify the Installation of Roof Claddings by Others on Site V10 |
| 212.314 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Carpentry Hand Tools |
| 212.316 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Portable Power Tools Used on Construction Sites |
| 212.319 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Fabrication and Placing Reinforcing Steel and Steel Mesh |
| 212.338 | Construct Formwork for Footings, Floors, and Walls to 1.2m High On Site |
| 212.345 | Erect Scaffolds up to 5m On Site |
| 212.358 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Safe Working Practices on Constructions Sites V5&7 |
| 212.360 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Factors Relating to Timbers V7 |
| 212.366 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Timber and Metal Scaffolds V7 |
| 212.367 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Installation of Metal and Translucent Roof Coverings and Sky Domes V7 |
| 212.372 | Excavate and Prepare for Residential and/or Light Commercial Footings and Slab On Ground On Site V7 |
| 212.373 | Fabricate and Place Reinforcing Steel on a Construction Site V7 |
| 212.379 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Principles of, and Methods used in Weatherproofing Buildings V10 |
| 212.381 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Construction of Pile Foundations V10 |
| 212.382 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Floor Framing and Flooring Construction V10 |
| 212.383 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Compliance with Building Legislation V10 |
| 212.384 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Construction Principles and Installation of Exterior and Interior Joinery, Showers and Baths V10 |
| 212.385 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Construction of Concrete Masonry Structures and Paving V10 |
| 212.386 | Construct Pile Foundations on Site V10 |
| 212.387 | Construct Floor Framing and Flooring on Site V10 |
| 212.388 | Construct Stairs and Ramps on site V10 |
| 212.389 | Install Exterior and Interior and Wet Area Joinery Fixtures on Site V10 |
| 212.390 | Install Thermal Insulation Materials in Buildings on Site V10 |
| 212.391 | Safely Use and Maintain Carpentry Hand Tools on Site V10 |
| 212.392 | Safely Use and Maintain Bench Saws to Machine Timber on Site V10 |
| 212.393 | Safely Use and Maintain Portable Power Tools and Attachments for Construction Work on Site V10 |
| 212.394 | Construct Formwork for Footings, Foundations, and Walls to 1.2m High on Site V10 |
| 212.395 | Install Mechanical Fixings and Building Hardware on Site V10 |
| 212.396 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Formwork for Footings, Foundations, Beams and Walls up to 1.2 Metres V10 |
| 212.397 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Selection and Installation of Mechanical Fixings and Building Hardware V10 |
| 212.398 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Adhesives and Sealants in Construction Work V10 |
| 212.418 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Alternative Building Construction Methods |
| 212.434 | Use Adhesives and Sealants for Construction Work On Site |
| 212.441 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Fixing Exterior Claddings and Timber Weatherboards V7 |
| 212.442 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Setting out a Building V7 |
| 212.462 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Preliminary Work Needed for Construction V10 |
| 212.463 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Setting out, Assembling and Erecting Timber and Wall frames V10 |
| 212.464 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Equal Pitch Gable and Hip, Timber and Steel Roof Construction V10 |
| 212.465 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Cutting, Fitting and Fixing Interior Linings and Trim V10 |
| 212.466 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Proprietary Suspended Concrete Floor Systems V10 |
| 212.467 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Construction of Alternative Roof Structures V10 |
| 212.468 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Thermal Insulation and Sound Control for Buildings V10 |
| 212.469 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Stair and Ramp Construction V10 |
| 212.470 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Alterations and Additions for Construction V10 |
| 212.471 | Install Sound Control Systems in Buildings on Site V10 |
| 212.472 | Cut, Fit and Fix Exterior Claddings on Site V10 |
| 212.473 | Carry out Preliminary Work and Site Establishment on a Construction Site V10 |
| 212.474 | Set Out, Cut, Assemble and Erect Wall Framing on Site V10 |
| 212.475 | Cut, Fit and Fix Interior Linings and Trim on Site V10 |
| 212.476 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Preparation for Footings and Slab on Ground for Construction V10 |
| 212.477 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Erecting in Situ High Wall, Column, Beam and Slab Falsework and Formwork V10 |
| 212.478 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Pre-Fabricated Beams Used in Construction V10 |
| 212.479 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Features and Construction of Pole Frames & Pole Platforms V10 |
| 212.480 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Spot levels and Contour Plans V10 |
| 212.481 | Set up Levelling Equipment and take Levels on Construction Sites V10 |
| 212.482 | Carry out Safe Working Practices on Construction Sites V10 |
| 212.483 | Set Out, Cut and Erect Equal Pitch Timber Gable and Hip Roof Framing on Site V10 |
| 212.484 | Erect Timber Roof Trusses on Site V10 |
| 212.485 | Construct Pole Frames or Pole Platforms on Site V10 |
| 212.486 | Construct in Situ High Wall, Column and Beam Falsework & Formwork on Site V10 |
| 212.487 | Erect & Fix Prefabricated Beams on Site V10 |
| 212.488 | Plan and Carry out Demolition Work on Site V10 |
| 212.489 | Set Up, Place and Fix Proprietary Suspended Concrete Floor Systems on Site V10 |
| 212.491 | Set out Buildings on Site V10 |
| 212.492 | Set Out and Erect Steel Wall Framing on Site V10 |
| 212.493 | Fabricate and Assemble Steel Wall and Roof Framing on Site V10 |
| 212.494 | Set Out and Erect Steel Frame Roofs on Site V10 |
| 212.495 | Erect Steel Frame Roof Trusses V10 |
| 212.496 | Construct Substrates for Roofing Systems on Structural Steel Framework on Site V10 |
| 215.303 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Regulations and Precautions for Demolition Work V10 |
| 215.304 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Timber Machining Equipment used on Construction Work Sites V10 |
| 215.305 | Construct Retaining Walls on Site V10 |
| 215.306 | Attend To and Check the Construction of Concrete Masonry Structures and Paving on Site V10 |
| 215.311 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Non-Mechanical and Mechanical Construction Equipment V10 |
| 215.312 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Alternative Roof Cladding Materials and their Installation Requirements V10 |
| 215.313 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Construction Sub-Contractors' Work and Main Contractor's Responsibilities V10 |
| 723.103 | Provide Resuscitation Level 2 |
| 723.305 | Manage First Aid in Emergency Situations |
Further Training or Study
National Certificate in Construction (Leading Hand) (Level 4)
National Certificate in Construction (Supervisors) (Level 5)
Career Opportunities
Positions such as a Carpentry/Building Supervisor, Building Contractor, Building Sales Representative, and positions in many other trade-related areas.
Builders’ Upskilling Option
A one year programme for builders with seven years (minimum) experience plus undertaking Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
About the Programme
The National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4 with the ‘Builders’ Upskilling’ option is aimed at people currently employed in the construction industry. You must have had seven years’ experience and wish to gain a current carpentry qualification.
It will give you the opportunity to study part-time.
This is usually a three year programme but may be considerably reduced if you have gained credits from previous study at a polytechnic or have suitable work experience which will be credited through RPL. This may enable you to obtain the National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) in a period of one year depending on the RPL assessment.
With the move to builders’ licensing, this qualification will assist students in meeting criteria required for a Licensed Building Practitioner - Carpentry (LBP-Carpentry).
Offered by
Faculty of Engineering and Trades - School of Building and Construction
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Have successfully completed the MIT Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) or a similar pre-trade programme and
- Be employed as a carpenter or trainee carpenter and
- Be physically capable of completing the practical aspects of the programme which may include working safely at heights.
All applicants must have:
- A suitable tool kit to meet the minimum requirements by having all the items on the MIT Tool List and
- Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English
Any applicants whose first language is not English may be asked to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 (with no score below 5.0) or equivalent.
All applicants will be interviewed. Applicants who are employed in the building industry will be interviewed to determine whether their experience is sufficient to enable them to enter this programme, or whether they should enter at the pre-trade level.
Cost
$2800 (approx) plus RPL fees $750 – $1030 (approx)
Varies depending on NZQA units already attained.
Programme Summary
This programme comprises courses which combine theoretical and practical skills, of which several courses relate to site practice. Cross-credits may be available for students who have completed a pre-employment carpentry programme.
Further Training or Study
When students have successfully completed this programme they may proceed to a National Certificate in Construction (Supervisors) (Level 5).
