Pathway Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:21 AM AWST
22/07/2026 11:21 AM AWST
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Formwork
Formwork
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
WA82
WA82
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
Accreditation, State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/02/2010
24/02/2010
Field of Education
0403 - Building
0403 - Building
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
4 Semesters
Nominal Hours
480
480
Accredited Date
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Expiry Date
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Description
This is a training program that leads to the completion of the Certificate III in Carpentry (Housing)- Formwork.
Graduates from this course will have all of the competencies for full time employment as formworker in the carpentry trade in the Residential Building and Construction industry.
Graduates from this course will have all of the competencies for full time employment as formworker in the carpentry trade in the Residential Building and Construction industry.
Packaging Rules
1. Common core units
Learners to complete all 10 common units:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9367 | CPCCCM1005A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9366 | CPCCCM1004A | Conduct workplace communication | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9377 | CPCCCM2008A | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9337 | CPCCCA2001A | Handle carpentry materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9365 | CPCCCM1003A | Plan and organise work | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9370 | CPCCCM2001A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9338 | CPCCCA2002A | Use carpentry tools and equipment | 52 | Unit of competency |
| W9376 | CPCCCM2007A | Use explosive power tools | 8 | Unit of competency |
| W9364 | CPCCCM1002A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Additional core units
Complete 3 core units :
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9375 | CPCCCM2006A | Apply basic levelling procedures | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9357 | CPCCCA3018A | Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9358 | CPCCCA3019A | Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls | 48 | Unit of competency |
3. Elective units
Select 5 from the list below:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9371 | CPCCCM2002A | Carry out excavation | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9362 | CPCCCA3023A | Carry out levelling operations | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W9341 | CPCCCA3002A | Carry out setting out | 12 | Unit of competency |
| W9503 | CPCCSF2003A | Cut and bend materials using oxy-LPG equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W9339 | CPCCCA2003A | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D1005 | BSBSMB301A | Investigate micro business opportunities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W9379 | CPCCCM3001A | Operate elevated work platforms | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9504 | CPCCSF2004A | Place and fix reinforcement materials | 40 | Unit of competency |
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Note
1. This training program has been created as a pathway of the Certificate III in Carpentry (Housing), accredited by TAC and regsitered on NTIS as 52207.
2. This course is the copyright of the Department of Training and Workforce Development on behalf of the Crown.
3. Further information on this training program may be obtained from Michelle Brady, Dept of Training and Workforce Development, on 9238 2454.
4. Details were entered on to STARS by Curriculum Development and Research, Dept of Training and Workforce Development, on 22/2/2010
2. This course is the copyright of the Department of Training and Workforce Development on behalf of the Crown.
3. Further information on this training program may be obtained from Michelle Brady, Dept of Training and Workforce Development, on 9238 2454.
4. Details were entered on to STARS by Curriculum Development and Research, Dept of Training and Workforce Development, on 22/2/2010