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Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

Course Code MSF30322

Apprenticeship

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 4 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
  • Workplace
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology is a vocational qualification that provides individuals with a range of skills and knowledge related to kitchen, bathroom, installation, and furniture manufacturing. This certificate program focuses on developing expertise in cabinet making and timber technology, specifically in the context of furniture and cabinetry products.

Career Opportunities

  • furniture Designer
  • wood machinist
  • CNC operator
  • shopfitter/joiner
  • caravan fitter
  • coffin maker
  • chair/couch maker
  • antique restorer/reproducer
  • boat building

Pathway to further studies

  • MSF40222 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Technology
  • MSF40122 Certificate IV in Interior Design
  • CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
  • CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Studying the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology at Holmesglen

By completing this certificate program, individuals can gain comprehensive training in various aspects of cabinet making, including designing, manufacturing, and installing furniture and cabinetry products. The program typically covers topics such as interpreting work documents, selecting materials, using hand and power tools, preparing surfaces, assembling components, installing hardware, computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining and processing centres.<p>Throughout the course, students learn about different types of joinery techniques, timber selection, furniture design principles, and the use of specialized CNC equipment and machinery commonly employed in the cabinet making industry. They also gain practical skills in workshop safety, quality control, teamwork, and communication skills.<p>Upon successful completion of the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology, graduates can pursue a range of career opportunities in the furniture and cabinetry industry. They may work as cabinet makers, furniture manufacturers, joinery specialists, or installation technicians in businesses such as kitchen and bathroom companies, furniture production companies, or specialized cabinetry workshops.

Entry Requirements

There are no pre-requisites for this course. However, since it is an apprenticeship delivery, all students must have an employer and a valid apprenticeship contract in place prior to commencement.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training, you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify you training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

This course combines practical on-the-job training with your employer at work with formal training at Holmesglen normally completed over 3 to 4 years and you’ll be issued with a nationally-recognised qualification. <p>To receive this qualification, you must complete 25 units in total, comprising of 8 core units and 17 elective units. Elective units have been chosen by Holmesglen based on feedback from industry and staff qualifications.
Unit code Unit name
MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace
MSMSUP106 Work in a team
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSFFM2013 Use furniture making hand and power tools
MSFFM3031 Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation
MSFGN3005 Read and interpret work documents
MSFFM3030 Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings
Unit code Unit name
MSMWHS200 Work safely
MSFFM2017 Hand make timber joints
MSFFM2018 Operate basic static machines safely
MSFFM3033 Set up, operate and maintain drilling machines
MSFFM3032 Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines
MSFFM3029 Select timbers for furniture production
MSFFM3025 Construct furniture using leg and rail method
MSFFM3038 Set up, operate and maintain automated edge banding machines
MSFFM3026 Produce angled and curved components using manufactured board
MSFFM3045 Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining and processing centres
MSFFF2012 Prepare surfaces for finishing
MSFFM2019 Assemble furnishing products
MSFGN3006 Estimate and cost job
MSFFM3042 Fabricate cabinetry
MSFKB3012 Plan kitchen and bathroom projects
MSFFM3041 Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation
MSFFM3043 Install cabinetry

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Apprenticeship

A training contract must be completed by the employer and apprentice within the first two weeks of employment. <br>An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network representative will visit the workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and the apprentice.<br><a href="https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au">Visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au </a>for more information.</p>

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion you will receive the MSF30322 - Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship $7,788
Concession $1,558
Mandatory materials Cost
Materials fee $250

Additional Course Cost

Students will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when undertaking practical activities and attending site visits. The personal protective equipment and course materials students will be required to supply are: <br>Safety boots -Leather upper <br>Safety pants <br>Work shirt (no singlets) <br>Safety glasses <br>Ear protection AS1270 (Earmuffs) <br>Gloves (Level 5 Cut Resistant Gloves) <br>Notebook, Blue or black pen/biro, HB Pencil, Eraser Steel Tape (Metric 3m/5m) <br>150mm Steel Ruler <br>Chisels 1 of each (6mm, 12mm, 25mm) Final project material <br>BYO devise / Laptop approximately $400 Plus <br>The total cost of these items is between $400 - $900 <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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