National certificate in Flat Glass - Introduction

This is a broad based, introductory qualification that recognizes the skills and knowledge required for entry into the glass and glazing industry. Holders of the certificate are able to demonstrate knowledge of the glazing industry from its history, processes, and materials through to manufacture. People will have interpersonal skills associated with customer service, an understanding of glass standards, legislative implications, ordering, pricing, and documentation.
This qualification is the first of an intended suite of glass and glazing qualifications.

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NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN GLASS & GLAZING (Introduction)
Level of Qualification : 2 Credits : 44
Unit No.	Unit Standard Title	Level	Credit
497	Protect health and safety in the workplace	1	1
19605	Provide customer service in the glass and glazing industry	2	4
19606	Demonstrate knowledge of the history of the glass and glazing industry	2	2
19607	Demonstrate knowledge of glass industry terminology	2	3
19608	Demonstrate knowledge of primary glass manufacture	2	2
19609	Demonstrate knowledge of glass processes	2	3
19610	Demonstrate knowledge of glass types and their application	2	3
19611	Demonstrate knowledge of glazing materials	2	2
19612	Demonstrate knowledge of glass properties	3	4
19613	Demonstrate knowledge of the implications of legislation applicable to the glass industry	2	3
19614	Demonstrate knowledge of glass standards	2	2
19615	Demonstrate knowledge of NZS 4223: Part 3	2	4
19616	Demonstrate knowledge of glass ordering requirements	2	3
19617	Price the materials for simple glazing work	2	4
19618	Demonstrate knowledge of documentation for glazing work	2	2
19619	Demonstrate knowledge of plastic types and their application in glazing	2	2