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Producing Wood and Wood-based Products Using Computer Numerically Controlled/Numerically Controlled (CNC/NC) Machinery in the Workplace

Reference
H/600/8573
Level
Level 2
Credit Value
22
Guided Learning Hours
73
 
Aim
The aim of this unit is to illustrate the skills, knowledge and understanding required to confirm competence in producing wood and wood-based products using computer numerically controlled/numerically controlled (CNC/NC) machinery in the workplace within the relevant sector of industry.


Assessment guidance and/or requirements
This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment. Please refer to the hyperlink for clarity - https://www.citb.co.uk/qualifications-standards/qualification-framework/
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Note: Learning Outcome 7 - contract information can relate to drawings, specifications, schedules, cuttings lists, manufacturer's information and oral instruction.
This unit must be assessed against the following endorsements (one from list A or two from list B):
List A: (1 Required)
- High-speed router
- Window centre.
List B: (2 Required)
- Single-end tenoner
- Double-end tenoner
- Panel saw
- Morticing machines
- Lathe
- Four-sided planer
- Sanding machine
- Boring machine
- Shaping machine
- Edge bander
- Spindle moulder
- Beam saw.

Qualifications offering this unit

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