Unit Code Unit Title
CARP-04 Cabinets & Built-ins (Hands-On Intensive)

Nominal Hours: 40
Unit Descriptor:
Covers design, construction, and installation of cabinets, shelves, and built-in furniture.

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Plan cabinet construction 1.1 Interpret plans.
1.2 Select materials.
1.3 Prepare cutting lists and layouts.
2. Assemble cabinets and built-ins 2.1 Cut and assemble components.
2.2 Install hardware.
2.3 Check for square and fit.
3. Install and finish units 3.1 Position and secure units.
3.2 Adjust for fit.
3.3 Apply finishing touches.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Cabinets Base, wall, tall, custom built-ins.
Materials Plywood, MDF, hardwood, laminate.
Hardware Hinges, handles, drawer slides, fasteners.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Constructs and installs cabinets/built-ins to specification.
2. Underpinning knowledge Cabinet design, joinery, installation techniques.
3. Underpinning Skills Measuring, cutting, assembling, finishing.
4. Underpinning attitudes Quality, organization, attention to detail.
5. Resource Implications Workshop, materials, tools, hardware.
6. Methods of Assessment Practical demonstration, inspection, questioning.
7. Context of Assessment Workshop or site-based installation.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Numeracy Calculate measurements and quantities.
Problem Solving Adjust for fit or design changes.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Carpentry trainees Individuals constructing and installing cabinets/built-ins.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None