Basics of Construction and Framing - Blended Learning Package

Part of the series Basics of Construction and Framing.

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Basics of Construction and Framing - Blended Learning Package includes the print book plus access to Connect, McGraw-Hill Education's unique digital learning and assessment platform. Basics of Construction & Framing utilises content from the highly-regarded Practical Australian Carpentry by Barrington, Mylius and Arden. With reference to Australian building code practices and regulations, this volume covers the basic skills and knowledge required at all levels of domestic construction, from foundations and site preparation to external cladding and roofing.

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Scope:

The Basics of Construction & Framing provides complete coverage across Certificate II in Construction and Certificate III in Carpentry in the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services training package.

Certificate II Building and Construction - 22216VIC

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Certificate III Carpentry - CPC08 Units

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Content:

Part 1: The Workplace

• 1: Work health and safety
• 2: Workplace communication and organisation
• 3: Demolition

Part 2: Skills and Tools

• 4: Trade calculations and drawing
• 5: Carpentry hand tools and basic timber joints
• 6: Electric power tools
• 7: Timber fastenings

Part 3: Site Establishment

• 8: Site setting out and levelling
• 9: Timber sub floor construction

Part 4: Wall Framing and Cladding

• 10: Wall framing
• 11: Cladding

Part 5: Wet Trades

• 12: Basic concrete and formwork
• 13: Masonry veneer construction
• 14: Full masonry construction

Part 6: Roofing and Ceilings

• 15: Introduction to roofing theory: Ceiling structures and gable roof
• 16: The hip and valley roof