ProgramsConstructionMSF30322 – Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

MSF30322 – Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

CRICOS Course Code - 120720C

Gain the entry-level skills required to kick-start you career in cabinet making and timber technology. Complete this course as an apprenticeship so you can work and train at the same time to become a qualified solid timber or wood machinist or cabinetmaker.
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The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology equips you with the practical skills and technical expertise to excel in cabinetry, furniture production, and timber machining. Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, this course prepares you for a rewarding career in the construction and woodworking industries.

Program Highlight

AQF LEVEL

Level 3
Certificate III Qualification

Duration

52 Weeks
Incl. of 8 weeks holiday breaks

Pathway

MSF40318
Certificate IV Kitchen & Bathroom Design

Delivery

BLENDED
Classroom, self-study & simulated workplace

About Program

Workers with this qualification have tradesperson-level skills in the manufacture and/or installation of products, including furniture and cabinetry, made from timber and other materials. They have core skills in tool use, measuring, drawing (including computer-aided design), interpreting work documentation, preparing cutting lists, communication, teamwork, and safe and environmentally sustainable work practices. They may have specialised skills in wood machining, cabinet and furniture making, kitchen and bathroom construction and installation, marine cabinetry, coopering or drafting.

Work is in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader activities involving established routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures. Individuals collaborate with others to achieve quality outcomes and take responsibility for their own work. They may have some limited responsibility for the work of others.

Employment Opportunities

Job roles related to this qualification include:

Note:  *It is not, however, intended to indicate that an individual will gain immediate employment on completion of this qualification.

Pathways

Learners who successfully complete this qualification may progress into but are not limited to:

Packaging Rules

Consistent with the qualification packaging rules, the units listed below are delivered for this qualification. The choices of elective units are based on conversations with industry regarding skills gaps through changes in technology or processes and materials or areas of increased pressure on service delivery.

25

Total Units
Required For Award

08

Core Units
Industry Specific Units

17

Elective Units
Speciality Units

Units of Competency

Unit Code Unit Title Core/ Elective
MSFFM2013 Use furniture making hand and power tools Core
MSFFM3030 Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings Core
CPCCBC4009 Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation Core
MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations Core
MSFGN3005 Read and interpret work documents Core
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Core
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace Core
MSMSUP106 Work in a team Core
MSFFM3038 Set up, operate and maintain automated edge banding machines Elective - Group B
MSFFM3041 Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation. Elective - Group B
MSFFM3042 Fabricate cabinetry Elective - Group B
MSFFM3043 Install cabinetry Elective - Group B
MSFKB2003 Prepare for cabinetry installation Elective - Group B
MSFKB3012 Plan kitchen and bathroom projects Elective - Group B
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Elective - Group H
CPCCCA2011 Handle carpentry materials Elective - Import
MSFFF2012 Prepare surfaces for finishing Elective - Group G
MSFFM2016 Join solid timber Elective - Group A
MSFFM2017 Hand make timber joints Elective - Group A
MSFFM2018 Operate basic static machines safely Elective - Group A
MSFFF2013 Maintain spray equipment and booth Elective - Group G
MSFFF3016 Apply gaining and decorative finishes Elective - Group G
MSFFM3029 Select timbers for furniture production Elective - Group A
MSFGN3006 Estimate and cost job Elective - Group G
MSMOPS363 Organise on-site work Elective - Group G
Note: An asterisk (*) against a unit code above indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.

Entry Requirements

This course allows direct entry into this qualification at the time of publication in training.gov.au. However, the Innoverse Institute requires candidates to meet its admission requirements prior to enrolling into this qualification to ensure that they have the required skills and knowledge to successfully complete the qualification at this AQF level. This consists of:

English Entry Requirements

IELTS (GENERAL OR ACADEMIC) OVERALL PTE ACADEMIC TOEFL IBT CAE SCALE
6.0 Overall 47-54 Score 60-78 Score 169-175 Score
Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable (for offshore applicants)

OR

Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States

OR

Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or successfully completed substantial components (50% or more units according to the training package) Certificate IV or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework on a student visa.

OR

Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN) Digital (D) literacy test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

OR

Applicants must undertake English Placement Test on campus

All International Students (onshore and offshore)

All international students are required to complete a Pre-Training Review, including an LLND assessment, to identify individual training needs. This process evaluates the learner’s previous education or training, relevant work experience, and the suitability and relevance of the course to their learning goals. This assessment may be
conducted via video call or phone call for both onshore and offshore students.

Note: Students must complete CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (or equivalent) unit with another RTO before any construction site visits.