Construction

Woodwork, Carpentry & Joinery

Mark out, cut and assemble timber components and fit them on site.

6 tasksNSQ Level 12h 41m of practice0 ready to start

What you’ll be able to do

Cut a joint that closes without a gap.

  1. 01Mark out from a cutting listRead the drawing, set out the timber and mark face and edge. 14 minPlanned
  2. 02Cut and fit a halving jointSaw, pare and fit the joint square and flush. 16 minPlanned
  3. 03Cut and fit a mortise and tenonSet out, chop and fit a joint that pulls up tight. 20 minPlanned
  4. 04Assemble and square a frameGlue, cramp, check the diagonals and hold it square while it sets. 16 minPlanned
  5. 05Hang a door and fit ironmongeryFit the hinges, hang the door and set the lock and latch. 20 minPlanned
  6. 06Fit skirting and architraveScribe and mitre the trim to an uneven wall. 15 minPlanned
At the end of the program

Practical assessment · Bench Joinery

Complete every task under assessment, then sit a supervised practical on a real rig at an approved centre. Pass it and the certificate goes on your record, verifiable by any employer.

Ready — you can practise it today In build — being written and reviewed now Planned — part of the program, not yet built