New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)
Construction
A course by
NMIT
This managed apprenticeship programme trains apprentices and experienced carpenters with practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to work as competent tradespeople in the building and construction industry.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
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Industry Competency
Apply industry-specific knowledge and technical skills to perform carpentry and building tasks in a range of construction environments.
Health and Safety
Demonstrate understanding and application of workplace health and safety principles in the construction environment.
Communication and Teamwork
Employ effective communication and teamwork skills within the industry, working with supervisors, colleagues, and clients.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) at NMIT is a comprehensive, employment-based apprenticeship programme for aspiring or experienced carpenters. It combines on-the-job training with block courses throughout the year, ensuring students learn to carry out construction tasks safely, effectively, and to industry standards. Graduates are prepared for a career as qualified carpenters, with skills applicable in residential, industrial, commercial, and multi-storey construction. The programme includes core areas such as workplace safety, construction communication, structural work, sub-structures, roof and frame construction, and interior and exterior finishing.
Course Content
- Workplace Safety Fundamentals
- Core Construction Communication Skills
- Preliminary Works for Construction Activity
- Skill Development for Construction
- Sub Structure Task Development in Concrete and Timber
- Structural Task Development for Construction
- Roof Structural Task Development for Construction
- Exterior Envelope Task Development for Construction
- Interior Fit out Task Development for Construction
- Construct Support Structures
- Prepare a Site for Building Work
- Frame and Roof Structures
- Exterior Envelope
- Interior Lining and Finishing
- Supervision on Site
- Project Management for Building Work
- Support Structures for Building Work
- Frames and Structures for Building Work
- Roof Structures for Building Work
- Interior Linings and Finishing for Building Work
- Exterior Envelope Roof
- Exterior Envelope Cladding
What you need to know first
Applicants under 20 years: At least 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 showing basic literacy; or equivalent, and at least 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 showing basic numeracy; or equivalent
Applicants 20 years and over: No minimum academic requirements
All applicants: Must have a likelihood of success demonstrated by interview
Must be an apprentice with a Te Pūkenga NMIT Training Agreement between themselves, NMIT and their employer, or be an experienced carpenter with at least seven years of building/construction industry experience evidenced by a portfolio and two referees
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Qualified Carpenter
Licensed Building Practitioner
Construction tradesperson in residential, industrial, commercial or multi-storey construction
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