Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing
Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing
FWP20316
BAL2
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 12/02/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 04/12/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 3.00 | 31/01/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 21/02/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 13/05/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is designed for job roles in the sawmilling and processing sector of the forest and forest products industry.
This qualification has seven employment pathways for typical operational environments in sawmilling and processing. These are:
Kiln Worker
Timber Grader
Treatment Plant Worker
Production Worker
Sawmill Worker
Saw Technician
Wood Machinist
Some imported units in the elective bank may be subject to licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements. These units must be implemented in line with the licensing requirements outlined in the unit’s parent Training Package.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- Thirteen (13) units of competency:
- Five (5) core units plus
- Eight (8) 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:
- Three (3) from Group A electives listed below
- Five (5) from Group A and/or Group B electives listed below, the total of which can include up to two (2) units recommended for packaging at Certificate I, II or III level from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code on TGA indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXM11 | FWPCOR2202 | Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXM10 | FWPCOR2203 | Follow environmental care procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXM07 | FWPCOR2205 | Follow WHS policies and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXM06 | FWPCOR2207 | Maintain quality and product care | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXM09 | FWPCOR2201 | Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J460 | FPI20311 | Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJC2 | FWP20322 | Certificate II in Timber and Wood Products Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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