Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

Course Code: MSF30322 | CRICOS Code: 116727H

Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

Course Duration: 104 weeks | Campus: Melbourne

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in cabinet making and timber technology who develop specialized skills in constructing and installing furniture, cabinetry, and timber structures. Students in this course carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialized field, working independently, as part of a team, or leading projects. Graduates of this program are prepared for roles across various industries, including manufacturing, construction, and interior design, or as self-employed contractors.

What You will Learn

This course covers a comprehensive range of cabinet making and timber technology topics, with practical applications in different Australian industries. You will engage in immersive hands-on projects, utilizing essential skills in woodworking, material selection, furniture assembly, and design. The course also emphasizes critical problem-solving, industry research, and teamwork, preparing you to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Units

Course Unit

There are a total of 25 units to complete the course. This includes 08 core units and 17 elective units. Some of the units of this course are listed below:

Core Units

MSFFM2013 Use furniture making hand and power tools
MSFFM3030 Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings
MSFFM3031 Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation
MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations
MSFGN3005 Read and interpret work documents
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace
MSMSUP106 Work in a team

Elective Units

CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
CPCCJN3003 Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames
MSFFM3038 Set up, operate and maintain automated edge banding machines
MSFFM3041 Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation
MSFFM3042 Fabricate cabinetry
MSFFM3043 Install cabinetry
MSFFM3045 Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining and processing centres
MSFKB2003 Prepare for cabinetry installation
MSFKB3012 Plan kitchen and bathroom projects
MSFFDM4002 Collect and interpret information to support production processes
MSFFDM4012 Produce computer-aided line and component production drawings
MSFFDM4014 Produce manual and computer-aided drawings from design concepts
MSFGN3006 Estimate and cost job
MSFFM2014 Select and apply hardware
CUAACD312 Produce computer-aided drawings

Entry Requirements

For international students, check that the student satisfies the entry requirements specified for English language proficiency.

Generally, international students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency through evidence of:
an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old);
or having been educated for at least 5 years in an English-speaking country;
or having completed at least a Certificate III level or IV course in an Australian RTO within the last 2 years;
or completion of another English Language Test such as PTE and TOEFL (results should also be no more than 2 years old).

Scores should be checked to ensure equivalence to IELTS 6.0 as required using the following websites:

https://ielts.org/organisations/ielts-for-organisations/compare-ielts

For international students, check that the student satisfies the entry requirements specified for numeracy skills.

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