Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Demolition
Certificate III in Demolition
Qualification
National Code:
CPC30408
CPC30408
State Code:
W580
W580
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0403 - Building
Original TGA Release Date
19/05/2011
Approved Date
09/09/2009
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
512
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/05/2011
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/05/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
Packaging Rules
18 units of competency are required for award of the qualification:12compulsory units plus
6 elective units
A maximum of two of the six required elective units may be substituted by selecting relevant units of competency from and Certificate III or IV construction qualification or qualification in another endorsed Training Package
1. Compulsory Units
Complete all 8 units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9340 | CPCCCA3001A | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W9366 | CPCCCM1004A | Conduct workplace communication | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9377 | CPCCCM2008A | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | 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 |
| W9364 | CPCCCM1002A | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9368 | CPCCCM1006A | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Compulsory Units - Demolition (basic and intermediate) Field of Work
All 4 units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9401 | CPCCDE2002A | Carry out manual general demolition | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9402 | CPCCDE3001A | Carry out mechanical general demolition | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9503 | CPCCSF2003A | Cut and bend materials using oxy-LPG equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W9400 | CPCCDE2001A | Use demolition tools and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Elective Units
Complete all 6 units
The elective units listed are ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9367 | CPCCCM1005A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| S3784 | PRSSO214A | Control and direct traffic | 5 | Unit of competency |
| W9403 | CPCCDE3002A | Encapsulate and remove asbestos | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9379 | CPCCCM3001A | Operate elevated work platforms | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W9406 | CPCCDO3001A | Perform dogging | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9376 | CPCCCM2007A | Use explosive power tools | 8 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W138 | BCG30403 | Certificate III in Demolition (General Construction) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D393 | CPC30411 | Certificate III in Demolition | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
This is a representation of CPC30408 taken from the Construction, Plumbing Services and Integrated Framework Training Package CPC08 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
1. The program was created in STARS on 9/9/2009 by VET Teaching & Learning, Dept of Education & Training.
2. ATSN has identified this as a qualification and requested the VET Classification of B.
1. The program was created in STARS on 9/9/2009 by VET Teaching & Learning, Dept of Education & Training.
2. ATSN has identified this as a qualification and requested the VET Classification of B.
Entry Requirements
No information
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR07700) GENERAL CONSTRUCTION (DEMOLITION) (LEVEL 3)
Traineeship