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Certificate III in Joinery
specialising in stairs

Traineeship

National Code

CPC31908

CRICOS Code:

Centre:

Building and Furniture Studies

Location:

Elgar Campus, Workplace

Study Area: Building;

Study Area Sub Category:

Career Card:

Joiner

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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

Learn all there is to know about stair building with this comprehensive course for stair building apprentices.

You will be given an introduction to stair construction and design and learn how to set out stairs and manufacture stair components. You will also gain skills in manufacturing and installing continuous hand railing and special stair components.You will learn how to communicate effectively in the workplace, plan and organise your work, and carry out measurements and calculations.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course provides you with essential skills and knowledge in stair building, in turn supporting the completion of your apprenticeship.

As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into other study areas of specialisation.

Can I apply?

You must have:

previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
a training contract with an employer.

How do I apply?

Direct entry via your employer and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

No selection process required.

Length of course

Part time - 3 years (1 day a week at Box Hill Institute and on the other days you work with your employer).

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus, Workplace

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees

Tuition Fee - $2.17 per hour
Concession Tuition Fee - $187.50
Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
Material Fees - contact the Institute

How will I be assessed?

Oral presentation
Written assessment
Practical assessment
Project work
Examination or testing
Online assessment
Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

Units of Competency

Core

CPCCCA2001A

Handle Carpentry Materials

16.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely manually handle, store and apply environmental management principles associated with carpentry materials and components. It includes preparing material for mechanical handling.

CPCCCA2002A

Use Carpentry Tools And Equipment

96.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely select and use carpentry tools and equipment. It includes hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, plant and equipment.

CPCCCA3010A

Install And Replace Windows And Doors

70.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan, prepare, set out and install window and door units, and to replace window and door units to different types and styles of buildings for access, security, weather proofing and replacement of defective windows and doors. It includes timber and metal window and door units.

CPCCCA3013A

Install Lining, Panelling And Moulding

40.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare, set out and install lining and panelling to either masonry or timber/metal framed walls. It includes the installation of mouldings to provide decorative finishes.

CPCCCA3015A

Assemble Partitions

32.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to set out and assemble partitions for the purpose of dividing areas into useable spaces. It includes prefabricated and demountable partitions constructed of timber or metal.

CPCCCA3023A

Carry Out Levelling Operations

24.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct levelling procedures using the rise and fall method and the height of instrument method for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set out of buildings, their components and preparation. It includes the set up, testing and use of levelling devices and undertaking closed traverses using a range of levelling equipment.

CPCCCM1002A

Work Effectively And Sustainably In The Construction Industry

20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the construction industry. It covers the identification and clarification of the construction industry work context, scope and employment conditions, responsibility required to be accepted by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement activities and sustainable work practices and techniques.

CPCCCM1003A

Plan And Organise Work

20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and organise individual and group work activities on a construction site. The unit includes identifying task requirements, planning steps and organising work.

CPCCCM1004A

Conduct Workplace Communication

20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively with other workers in a construction workplace environment. It includes gathering, conveying and receiving information through verbal and written forms of communication.

CPCCCM1005A

Carry Out Measurements And Calculations

20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment.

CPCCCM1006A

Work Safely At Heights

8.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to work safely on construction sites where the work activity involves working above 1.5 metres from ground level and where fall protection measures are required.

CPCCCM2001A

Read And Interpret Plans And Specifications

36.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations. It includes the identification of types of plans and drawings and their functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols and abbreviations, the identification of key features and specifications on a site plan, the comprehension of written job specifications and the recognition of document status and amendment detail.

CPCCCM2007A

Use Explosive Power Tools

16.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply safe and effective operation of explosive power tools (EPT), used to fasten materials or fix fasteners to bases. It includes both direct action and indirect action explosive powered fastening tools.

CPCCJN3001A

Use Static Machines

56.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to use static machines, which are those fixed to a set location for their operation, as applies with off-site manufacturing processes.

CPCCJN3002A

Use Computer-Controlled Machinery

60.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to program, load and operate computer-controlled machinery for the production of components. Manufacturing applications are shopfitting, joinery and stair building work.

CPCCJN3003A

Manufacture Components For Door And Window Frames And Doors

80.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out machining and manufacturing processes to set out component material in preparation for the assembly of window frames, sashes, doors and door frames. It applies to timber or plastic-covered timber-cored material construction.

CPCCJN3004A

Manufacture Joinery Components

40.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out machining and manufacturing processes for component material in preparation for assembling joinery components.

CPCCJS3001A

Design And Set Out Stairs

24.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to design and set out dressed material to prepare for manufacturing processes in preparation for the assembly of components to construct a stair.

CPCCOHS2001A

Apply OHS Requirements, Policies And Procedures In The Construction Industry

20.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.

Electives

CPCCCA3016A

Construct Timber External Stairs

40.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to construct and install timber external stairs, that may involve one or more flights, to provide access into a structure. It includes timber treads and stringers.

CPCCJN2001A

Assemble Components

32.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to assemble manufactured components to form a completed constructed unit.

CPCCJN2003A

Package Manufactured Products For Transport

10.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to use appropriate types of packaging systems to protect finished products from damage during transportation.

CPCCJN3005A

Cut And Install Glass

16.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to manually cut glass to simple shapes for installation purposes.

CPCCJS3002A

Manufacture Stair Components For Straight Flighted Stairs

32.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to undertake the manufacturing processes required to prepare and manufacture components for the assembly of straight flighted stairs.

CPCCJS3003A

Assemble And Install Stairs

24.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to assemble prepared components required for the assembly and installation of a timber stair to location.

CPCCJS3004A

Manufacture And Install Continuous Handrailing And Special Stair Components

56.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to prepare, join and install continuous handrailing and special stair components. Special stair components include wreaths, scrolls, bullnosed steps and decorative features.

CPCCJS3005A

Manufacture Stair Components For Curved And Geometric Stairs

56.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to undertake the manufacturing processes required to prepare and manufacture components for the assembly of curved and geometric stairs.

CPCCJS3006A

Construct Fabricated Stairs

24.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to construct fabricated stairs, which may involve one or more flights in their structure and could incorporate fabricated components that are alternatives to timber components.

CPCCPD3001A

Prepare Surfaces For Painting

40.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to restore, repair and prepare different material surfaces for the application of paint. The unit includes planning and preparation for the work, preparation of new or uncoated surfaces, preparation of previously coated surfaces, preparation of previously wallpapered surfaces for painting and completion of clean-up activities.

CPCCSH2003A

Apply And Install Sealant And Sealant Devices

16.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to apply sealants and sealant devices to structures.

CPCCSH3001A

Set Out And Assemble Cabinets, Showcases, Wall Units, Counters And Workstations

80.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to set out component parts and assemble and fit them to complete the construction of a fitment.

CPCCSH3004A

Apply Finishes

16.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to prepare and apply types of finishing materials to surfaces.

CPCCSH3005A

Apply And Trim Decorative Finishes

40.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to prepare and apply decorative and ornamental edgings and add-ons as finishes to specified designs.

CPCCST2005A

Carry Out Load Slinging Of Off-Site Materials

8.00 hr

This unit specifies the outcomes required to sling and move materials under supervision.

LMFFM3011B

Produce Manual And Computer-Aided Production Drawings

60.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to produce production drawings using both manual and computer-aided methods.

All fees quoted are annual indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. The Victorian state government recently announced a series of government funding and fee policy changes for TAFEs. As a result, the advertised tuition fee rates are subject to change, for students commencing their course from 1 July 2012. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.