Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Timber Systems Design
Certificate III in Timber Systems Design
FWP31220
BGE9
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 28/01/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 04/12/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of people who work as timber systems designers or estimators in the timber truss and frame industry. In these roles they are required to create drawings and produce estimates of material quantities and costs for timber frames or trusses from architectural plans and drawings and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in thirteen (13) units of competency:- Three (3) core units plus
- Ten (10) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- at least four (4) units must be selected from Group A
- remaining elective units may be selected from Group A or Group B and up to two (2) units may be selected from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All three (3) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCR61 | FWPCOT3303 | Prepare sketches and drawings | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCR68 | FWPCOT3304 | Take off material quantities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCR88 | FWPTMM3215 | Work effectively in the timber systems design industry | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be selected from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODS55 | FWPCOR2208 | Communicate and interact effectively in the forest and wood products industry | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCR73 | FWPCOT3307 | Create drawings using computer aided design software | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODS75 | FWPCOR2210 | Follow workplace health and safety policies and procedures in forest and wood products operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCR32 | FWPCOT3305 | Interpret and quote from manufactured timber product plans | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AXH54 | CPPCMN4008 | Read plans, drawings and specifications for residential buildings | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ30 | BSBXTW301 | Work in a team | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCR74 | FWPCOT3302 | Access and provide timber and wood product information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWC30 | MSMSUP200 | Achieve work outcomes | 52 | Unit of competency |
| OCP93 | CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OCF16 | BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCG19 | BSBINS302 | Organise workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCE05 | BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBL40 | FSKLRG011 | Use routine strategies for work-related learning | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AWC19 | MSMSUP390 | Use structured problem-solving tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAK6 | FWP30916 | Certificate III in Timber Truss and Frame Design and Manufacture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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