CPC32011 Certificate III in Carpentry and

Joinery

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CPC32011 Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery Date this document was generated: 27 May 2012

CPC32011 Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery

Modification History
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Description
This qualification provides a trade outcome in carpentry and joinery, covering work in
residential and commercial applications.
Occupational titles may include:
 Carpenter and joiner.
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the
construction industry, as well as two specialist fields of work.
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition
of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and
this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of
Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before
entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this
requirement.

Pathways Information
Not Applicable

Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable

Entry Requirements
Not Applicable

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Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

Employability skill Industry/enterprise requirements for this

qualification include:

Communication  Communicates with clients, colleagues and others

using effective and appropriate communication
techniques, including:
 Clear and direct communication
 Active listening
 Verbal and non-verbal language
 Questioning to identify and confirm requirements
 Language and concepts appropriate to cultural
differences
 Follows instructions from supervisor and other
relevant persons
 Understands, interprets and applies information as
required from:
 Regulatory, legislative, licensing and organisational
requirements
 Environmental and OHS requirements, including
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
 Codes and standards
 Plans and drawings
 Specifications
 Safety signs and symbols
 Organisational policies and procedures
 Understands relevant definitions, terminology,
symbols, abbreviations and language
 Records relevant information using standard
workplace documentation
 Applies measurements and calculations using
appropriate equipment, formulas and records as
required
 Reports and records hazards and risks
Teamwork  Works as part of a team
 Provides assistance and encouragement to other
team members
 Initiates and encourages improvements in team
performance
 Identifies and utilises the strengths of other team
members
 Relates to people from diverse social, cultural and

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EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and
mental abilities
 Coordinates and actions tasks
 Participates in on-site meetings
Problem solving  Examines tools and equipment prior to use for
damage, missing components or other defects
 Identifies typical faults and problems and takes
necessary remedial action
 Rectifies simple faults with tools and equipment
 Performs routine maintenance as required
 Checks materials and products for conformity to
specifications
 Carries out data input adjustments


Initiative and enterprise  Identifies opportunities to improve resource

efficiency and makes suggestions as appropriate
 Responds to change and workplace challenges
 Puts ideas into action
 Maximises use of resources by recycling, re-using
or using appropriate disposal methods
Planning and organising  Identifies hazards and implements appropriate
hazard control measures
 Selects and uses appropriate materials, tools and
equipment
 Determines material quantity requirements
 Prioritises and sequences tasks
 Applies time management skills to ensure work is
completed to time requirements
Self management  Evaluates own actions and makes judgements about
performance and necessary improvements
 Contributes to workplace responsibilities, such as
current work site environmental/sustainability
frameworks or management systems
 Manages own performance to meet workplace
standards
 Seeks support to improve work performance
 Cleans up work area, including tools and equipment
Learning  Identifies own learning needs and seeks skill
development as required
 Is open to learning new ideas and techniques
Technology  Uses calculators
 Uses and operates a range of tools and equipment

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EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

correctly and safely including computer-controlled
equipment

Packaging Rules
Packaging rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
 32 units of competency:
 28 core units
 4 elective units.
A maximum of two of the four required elective units may be substituted by selecting relevant
units of competency from any Certificate III or IV construction qualification or qualification
in another endorsed Training Package.
Core units
CPCCCA2002A Use carpentry tools and equipment

CPCCCA2011A Handle carpentry materials

CPCCCA3001A Carry out general demolition of minor building

structures

CPCCCA3002A Carry out setting out

CPCCCA3010A Install and replace windows and doors

CPCCCA3013A Install lining, panelling and moulding

CPCCCA3017A Install exterior cladding

CPCCCA3019A Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs,

columns, beams and walls

CPCCCA3023A Carry out levelling operations

CPCCCM1012A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction

industry

CPCCCM1013A Plan and organise work

CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communication

CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations

CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications

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CPCCCM2007A Use explosive power tools

CPCCCM2008A Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

CPCCCM2010A Work safely at heights

CPCCCO2013A Carry out concreting to simple forms

CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in

the construction industry

Construction and erection of frames, trusses, eaves and roofs field of work
CPCCCA3003A Install flooring systems

CPCCCA3004A Construct wall frames

CPCCCA3005A Construct ceiling frames

CPCCCA3006A Erect roof trusses

CPCCCA3007B Construct pitched roofs

CPCCCA3008A Construct eaves

Joinery - machining and component manufacture and assembly field of work

CPCCJN3001A Use static machines

CPCCJN3003A Manufacture components for door and window frames

and doors

CPCCJN3004A Manufacture joinery components

Elective units
Carpentry installation field of work
CPCCCA3012A Frame and fit wet area fixtures

CPCCCA3016A Construct timber external stairs

Joinery - stairs field of work

CPCCJN3002A Use computer-controlled machinery

CPCCJS3002A Manufacture stair components for straight flighted stairs

CPCCJS3003A Assemble and install stairs

CPCCJS3004A Manufacture and install continuous handrailing and

special stair components

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CPCCJS3006A Construct fabricated stairs

CPCCJS3011A Design and set out stairs

General electives
CPCCCA3009A Construct advanced roofs

CPCCCA3011A Refurbish timber sashes to window frames

CPCCCA3014A Construct bulkheads

CPCCCA3015A Assemble partitions

CPCCCA3022A Install curtain walling

CPCCCM2002A Carry out excavation

CPCCCM3001B Operate elevated work platforms

CPCCSF2003A Cut and bend materials using oxy-LPG equipment

CPCCSF2004A Place and fix reinforcement materials

CPCCSH2003A Apply and install sealant and sealant devices

CPCCSH3001A Set out and assemble cabinets, showcases, wall units,

counters and workstations

CPCCWC3003A Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems

BSBSMB301A Investigate micro business opportunities

BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances

RIICCM210A Install trench support

RIIOHS202A Enter and work in confined spaces

RIIWMG203A Drain and dewater civil construction site

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