Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Timber Truss and Frame Design
Certificate IV in Timber Truss and Frame Design
FPI40410
S673
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 20/05/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
Not Applicable
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe entry requirement for this qualification is the successful achievement of the following units contained in FPI30910 Certificate III Timber Truss and Frame Design and Manufacture:
o FPICOT3204B Prepare and interpret sketches and drawings
o FPICOT3214B Take off material quantities
o FPICOT3218B Quote and interpret from manufactured timber product plans
o FPICOT3220B Quote and interpret from computerised timber manufactured product plans
o FPICOT3239B Create drawings using computer aided design systems
Plus at least one of the following units:
o FPITMM3204A Interpret designs to prepare timber roof truss drawings and documents using computers
o FPITMM3205A Interpret designs to prepare timber floor system drawings and documents using computers
o FPITMM3206A Interpret designs to prepare timber wall frame drawings and documents using computers
or demonstration of equivalent competence
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = 17
- 3 Core units plus
- 1 unit from Group
1. Core Units
Three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0797 | BSBLED401A | Develop teams and individuals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5878 | FPICOR4203B | Monitor quality and product care procedures | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D5876 | FPICOR4201B | Monitor safety, health and environment policies and procedures | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Three (3) units to be completed
The following table outlines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3811 | FPITMM4206A | Prepare and advise on a broad range of timber floor system details using computers | 120 | Unit of competency |
| D3810 | FPITMM4205A | Prepare and advise on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers | 120 | Unit of competency |
| D3812 | FPITMM4207A | Prepare and advise on a broad range of timber wall frame details using computers | 120 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Five (5) units to be completed
The following table outlines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9238 | CPCCBC4001A | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projects | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6095 | FPITMM4201B | Construct prototypes and samples | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D3815 | FPICOT4202B | Design timber structures | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W9770 | CPCSUS4001A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8303 | MSAPMSUP390A | Use structured problem solving tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Six (6) units to be completed
The following table outlines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0653 | BSBCUS401A | Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W9345 | CPCCCA3006A | Erect roof trusses | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9008 | MSACMT460A | Facilitate the use of planning software systems in manufacturing | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W9241 | CPCCBC4004A | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0754 | BSBINM401A | IMPLEMENT WORKPLACE INFORMATION SYSTEM | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9261 | CPCCBC4024A | Resolve business disputes | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J477 | FPI40411 | Certificate IV in Timber Truss and Frame Design | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Employment, Education and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the Training Curriculum Services on 2/6/2011.
Entry Requirements
EntryRequirements
The entry requirement for this qualification is the successful achievement of the following units contained in FPI30910 Certificate III Timber Truss and Frame Design and Manufacture:
FPICOT3204B Prepare and interpret sketches and drawings
FPICOT3214B Take off material quantities
FPICOT3218B Quote and interpret from manufactured timber product plans
FPICOT3220B Quote and interpret from computerised timber manufactured product plans
FPICOT3239B Create drawings using computer aided design systems
Plus at least one of the following units:
FPITMM3204A Interpret designs to prepare timber roof truss drawings and documents using computers
FPITMM3205A Interpret designs to prepare timber floor system drawings and documents using computers
FPITMM3206A Interpret designs to prepare timber wall frame drawings and documents using computers
or demonstration of equivalent competence
Note: The design unit selected will be determined by the industry sector and type of product being manufactured
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