Qualification details

Version

Comment

1

Revised qualification deemed equivalent to CPC32211

2

Core and elective units revised resulting in a number of unit identifier changes

Change to elective unit:

CPCCSH3004A revised but deemed not equivalent to CPCCSH3006A

3

Update superseded imported units from elective list with equivalent current unit for:

• BSBSMB301A to BSBSMB301
• BSBSMB406A to BSBSMB406

This version released with CPC08 Version 9.3.

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 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 correctly and safely including computer-controlled equipment

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

• 27 units of competency:

• 18 core units
• 9 elective units.

A maximum of two of the required nine 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.

Some units in this qualification may have prerequisite requirements, which must be met when packaging the qualification. Users are referred to the list of CPC08 units with prerequisite unit requirements available in this Training Package for this purpose.

Core units 

CPCCCA2002B

Use carpentry tools and equipment

CPCCCA2011A

Handle carpentry materials

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

CPCCCM2010B

Work safely at heights

CPCCOHS2001A

Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Joinery - stairs field of work  

CPCCJN3001A

Use static machines

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

CPCCJS3005A

Manufacture stair components for curved and geometric stairs

CPCCJS3006A

Construct fabricated stairs

CPCCJS3011A

Design and set out stairs

Elective units  

BSBSMB301

Investigate micro business opportunities

BSBSMB406

Manage small business finances

CPCCCA3013A

Install lining, panelling and moulding

CPCCCA3015A

Assemble partitions

CPCCCA3016A

Construct timber external stairs

CPCCCM2007B

Use explosive power tools

CPCCCO2013A

Carry out concreting to simple forms

CPCCJN2001A

Assemble components

CPCCJN2003A

Package manufactured products for transport

CPCCJN3005A

Cut and install glass

CPCCPD3021A

Prepare surfaces for painting

CPCCPD3022A

Apply paint by brush and roller

CPCCPD3024A

Apply paint by spray

CPCCSH2002A

Use aluminium sections for fabrication

CPCCSH2003A

Apply and install sealant and sealant devices

CPCCSH3005A

Apply and trim decorative finishes

CPCCSH3006A

Apply finishes

CPCCST2005A

Carry out load slinging of off-site materials