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Full Occupational Qualifications

Full Occupational Qualification: Carpentry

Develop the skills used to construct, install, renovate and repair building structures and fixtures. Training addresses timber, plywood, panelling, formwork and access materials alongside planning and setting out.

PCD College learner working with a timber frame in the workshop
Authentic PCD College training photograph; programme-specific activities vary.

Your learning pathway

Build your understanding.
Develop your skills.

Develop the skills used to construct, install, renovate and repair building structures and fixtures. Training addresses timber, plywood, panelling, formwork and access materials alongside planning and setting out.

What you’ll learn

  • Determining materials and dimensions
  • Setting out and preparing construction work areas
  • Constructing and maintaining structures
  • Fitting doors, window frames and fascia boards
  • Assembling and altering panelling and fixtures

Training and completion

Occupational training in carpentry; confirm the detailed training plan with admissions.

Contact admissions for the programme’s current assessment and certification arrangements.

Entry requirements

  • Grade 11 with Mathematics and Science
  • Applicants without the stated Mathematics and Science background may require an additional bridging year

2027 dates and accommodation

R8,550 per month, additional to tuition.

Approved accommodation includes three meals daily, hostel–college transport and Wi-Fi. Bring bedding, cutlery and a lunchbox.

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