Furniture Making

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MSF20522 Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways

This course is designed for students interested in the furniture making or related environments with a view to enter into employment in that area. The course provides broad-based underpinning skills and knowledge in a range of furniture making tasks which will enhance the students’ entry-level employment prospects for apprenticeships, traineeships or general employment in a furniture manufacturing environment or related workplace.
Hours 120 (or 180 hours) Training Package MSF
Type VET Board Endorsed Course Work Placement Mandatory 35 hours for 180 hour course
Unit Value

2 unit Preliminary or HSC

(3 unit Preliminary or HSC)

 SBAT Yes, students work towards MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and timber technology in a 240 hour course
Specialisation No Recognition National AQF and HSC Qualification
HSC Exam No ATAR No

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Enjoy practical and manual activities
  • Able to follow written instructions
  • Able to work to a high level of accuracy
  • Able to make mathematical calculations
  • Good communication skills
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Free from allergies to dust

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Use basic power and hand tools to assemble and upholster furniture
  • Perform measurements and calculations
  • Use drawings, work orders and sample parts for specifications
  • Select and work with a variety of materials including timber, foams, cushioning and fabric
  • Use environmentally sustainable work practices

    STUDY PATHWAYS

    Cert II, III, IV and Diploma qualifications in the following areas: 

    • Cabinet Making
    • Furniture Making  
    • Other relevant manufacturing qualifications.

    CAREER PATHWAYS

    Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

    • Wood Machining Process Worker 
    • Furniture Making Process Worker
    • Furniture Maker
    • Cabinet Maker
    • Wood Machinist
    • Production Manager