This unit (CPCCCA3025) of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications for carpentry work in order to plan and sequence the work, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Unit details

Location:
Other
Study level:
Vocational and further education (TAFE)
Unit code:
CPCCCA3025

Prerequisites

CPCCWHS2001 - Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

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Assessment

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce and extend knowledge and skill competence within set and controlled parameters in accordance with each unit's learning outcomes and performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines. Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills: *a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by reading and interpreting plans, specifications and drawings for two, minimum 30m2, carpentry projects. Each project must have a minimum of seven materials. A candidate must prepare a work plan for each project that should identify the dimensions, material requirements and processes to be followed. Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge: *features and uses of project documentation, including: - construction plans - cross-sectional plans - dimensions and notes - illustrations - project specifications - site plans, elevations, floor plans and sections - structural detail and specification providing illustrations and dimensions - drawings - specifications - supplementary specifications - work schedules - detail relating to materials and quality of work, quality assurance, nominated subcontractors, and provision of site access and facilities *details relating to performance, including: - characteristics - material types - standards of work - tolerances - treatments and finishes *processes for planning and scheduling carpentry work from plans and specifications.

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