Modification History
Release 2
New unit added to elective bank:
- FPICOT3263
Release 1.1
One imported unit of competency updated:
- MEM05006C replaces MEM05006B - Equivalent
Description
This qualification is designed for job roles in the sawmilling and processing sector of the forest and forest products industry.
Pathways Information
This qualification has three employment pathways for typical operational environments of sawmilling and processing. These are:
- Saw Maker
- Saw Repairer
- Sawdoctor
Entry may be gained through progression from a lower level FPI qualification or recognition of existing industry experience or qualifications.
This qualification may be suited to an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Native FPI units may be subject to state or territory licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Some imported units in the elective bank may be subject to state or territory codes, regulations, licences and/or permits. These units must be implemented in line with the licensing requirements outlined in the unit’s parent Training Package.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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The following table contains a summary of the employability skills for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on the packaging options. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 26
- 10 core units plus
- 16 elective units, consisting of:
- up to 16 units from the elective units listed below
- up to 2 units recommended for packaging at Certificate II, III or IV level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to work undertaken in the sawdoctoring sector of the industry
CORE UNITS
Field |
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Core |
BSBFLM312C |
Contribute to team effectiveness |
FPICOR2201B |
Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry |
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FPICOR2202B |
Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace |
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FPICOR3201B |
Implement safety, health and environment policies and procedures |
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FPICOT3204B |
Prepare and interpret sketches and drawings |
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FPICOT3211B |
Maintain sawdoctoring tools |
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FPICOT3233B |
Sharpen and align blades and knives |
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FPICOT3247B |
Select timber for forestry operations |
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FPISAW3228B |
Apply principles of blade design to sawing procedures |
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MEM05006C |
Perform brazing and/or silver soldering |
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ELECTIVE UNITS |
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Field |
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Sawdoctoring |
FPICOT3201B |
Hand sharpen knives and blades |
FPICOT3210B |
Sharpen cutting tools |
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FPICOT3212B |
Replace saws, blades and guides |
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FPICOT3213B |
Manufacture cutting tools |
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FPICOT3215B |
Swage and shape saw blades |
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FPICOT3216B |
Assess and maintain saw performance |
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FPICOT3217B |
Assess and maintain cutter performance |
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FPICOT3237B |
Produce templates |
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FPICOT3263 |
Maintain and contribute to energy efficiency |
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FPISAW3207B |
Sharpen band saws |
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FPISAW3208B |
Sharpen circular saws |
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FPISAW3209B |
Align sawing production systems |
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FPISAW3210B |
File and set saws |
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FPISAW3211B |
Recondition guides |
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FPISAW3212B |
Sharpen tipped circular saws |
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FPISAW3213B |
Level and tension circular saws |
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FPISAW3214B |
Join band saw blades |
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FPISAW3217B |
Hard face saw teeth |
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FPISAW3218B |
Replace tungsten tips |
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FPISAW3219B |
Replace stellite tips |
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FPISAW3220C |
Maintain wide band saw blades |
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FPISAW3221B |
Profile saw blanks |
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FPISAW3222B |
Recondition band mill wheels |
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FPISAW3225B |
Maintain frame saw blades |
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MEM05004C |
Perform routine oxyacetylene welding |
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MEM05049B |
Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding |
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MEM05050B |
Perform routine gas metal arc welding |