CPCCWC2001 - Complete penetrations and flashings

Unit code: CPCCWC2001 | Study level: TAFE
Nominal hours:
20
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
CPCCWHS2001 - Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to complete the penetrations and flashings associated with wall and ceiling lining, meeting all relevant requirements of Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) requirements, and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation. It does not cover the technical aspects of passive fire systems.
The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Assessment

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Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
*one for electrical services
*one for communication services.
All work must be performed to the standard required in the workplace and must comply with laws and regulations, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, manufacturers’ specifications and workplace requirements.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
*requirements of Australian Standards for completing penetrations and flashings associated with wall and ceiling lining
*safety requirements for completing penetrations and flashings associated with wall and ceiling lining, including:

  • job safety analyses and/or safe work method statements in accordance with Safe Work Australia Code of Practice for Construction Work or state and/or territory equivalent
  • safety data sheets (SDS)
  • personal protective equipment (PPE)
    *characteristics and applications of wall and ceiling lining materials:
  • beads
  • cement render
  • fibre cement sheets
  • finishing materials
  • plaster compounds
  • plasterboard
  • plasterglass sheets
  • water resistant plasterboard
    *penetration and flashing techniques
    *processes for calculating material requirements and measuring penetration locations
    *quality requirements for completing penetrations and flashings
    *techniques for locating services
    *types and uses of plans, drawings and specifications for penetrations and flashings
    *types and uses of tools and equipment used when completing penetrations and flashings
    8types of services and purposes for which penetrations and flashings are required.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate III in Plumbing
CPC32420 | Certificate iii | Duration:
Plumber Essential Mechanical Skills
TNACB | Non-award course | Duration: 6 weeks

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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