How the BCITO Carpentry Gateway Package Works
The BCITO Gateway package includes both theory learning and practical application. The theory learning is done in the classroom and is supported by on-site work experience.Theory Learning
Students will be studying the first six unit standards that form part of the National Certificate in Carpentry. They are:
| 12997 | Demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices on construction sites (Level 3, Credit 3) |
| 12998 | Demonstrate knowledge of carpentry hand tools (Level 3, Credit 4) |
| 13000 | Demonstrate knowledge of portable power tools used on construction sites (Level 3, Credit 3) |
| 12999 | Demonstrate knowledge of timber machining equipment used on construction sites (Level 3, credit 3) |
| 24378 | Perform building calculations (Level 3, Credit 4) [This unit was previously 13001 - Demonstrate knowledge of building calculations] |
| 13002 | Demonstrate knowledge of timber used in construction (Level 3, Credit 2) |
The students are provided with a full kit of resources to enable the Gateway student to learn what they need to - along with a series of worksheets that they must complete. Each student will have a designated assessor who will mark their work and determine whether they can be considered competent and have their units registered.
As the Gateway work placement employer you may also be their designated theory assessor. If that is the case, you will be provided with a BCITO Carpentry Gateway Assessor Package. If you're not designated as an assessor and would like to explore the opportunity of becoming one, contact your local BCITO Office.
Practical Section
Being a mentor to the Gateway student on site is where you will have the largest role to play and where you will reap the highest rewards.
There are eight parts in the practical section that provide a place for students to record their practical on-site experience. Each of these parts relates to a specific part of the building process including site preparation, foundations, floors, walls, roofs, cladding, interior linings and joinery.
Health and Safety
The school is responsible for the student's health and safety and must provide them with a kit of personal protective equipment (PPE) that they will need when working on your site. The school will also need to sight a current copy of your Health and Safety Policy.