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Certificate III in Cabinet Making
specialising in Kitchen and Bathrooms

Traineeship

National Code

LMF32109

CRICOS Code:

Centre:

Building and Furniture Studies

Location:

Elgar Campus, Workplace

Study Area: Furniture and Cabinet Making;

Study Area Sub Category:

Career Card:

Cabinetmaker

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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

Study the essentials of cabinet making and then continue on to specialise in either kitchen and bathroom, or solid timber carpentry with this apprenticeship course.
You will focus on the manufacture of flat panel cabinetry and fitted furniture to meet the domestic and commercial standards. You will gain in-depth knowledge of all manufacture board products and composite materials for each area.

You will also understand and apply your installation techniques to suit every facet of cabinetry and be able to fit modern appliances. You will receive training in the specialist use of high volume CAD/CAM equipment. You will also design and manufacture complex shapes and components to assemble units and cabinetry to high specifications and tolerances.

What employment opportunities will I have?

After successful completion you may have opportunities to work as a tradesperson in furniture making and the cabinet making industry.

As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

After completion of this course, you may choose to study the Certificate IV in Furnishing Technology.

Can I apply?

You must have:

previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
a training contract with an employer.

How do I apply?

Direct entry via your employer and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.

Rolling enrolments.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

Individual interview

Length of course

Full time - 3 years

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus, Workplace

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees

Tuition Fee - $2.17 per hour
Concession Tuition Fee - $187.50
Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
Material Fees - contact the Institute

How will I be assessed?

Oral presentation
Written assessment
Practical assessment
Project work
Examination or testing
Online assessment
Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

Units of Competency

Core

LMFCR0003B

Carry Out Measurements And Calculations

20.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to accurately complete measurements and calculations of materials relevant to the work requirements.

LMFFM2001B

Use Furniture Making Sector Hand And Power Tools

40.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to use hand and power tools in applications relating to the furniture making sector of the furnishing industry.

LMFGN3001B

Read And Interpret Work Documents

24.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to interpret work documents including cutting lists, standards, drawings and specifications to produce or repair furnishings and to install floor coverings, glass and other furnishing items.

MSAPMSUP102A

Communicate In The Workplace

20.00 hr

This unit of competency covers receiving, relaying and recording written and oral messages and providing relevant information in response to requests, within time lines.

MSAPMSUP106A

Work In a Team

40.00 hr

This competency covers the organisation of team activities to fit in with the scheduling of production to meet operational guidelines.

CPCCOHS1001A

Work Safely In The Construction Industry

6.00 hr

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) induction training within the construction industry. It requires the ability to demonstrate personal awareness of OHS legislative requirements, and the basic principles of risk management and prevention of injury and illness in the construction industry. Licensing requirements will apply to this unit of competency depending on the regulatory requirements of each jurisdiction.

Electives

BSBCUS301A

Deliver And Monitor a Service To Customers

35.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify customer needs and monitor service provided to customers. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

LMFFM2003B

Select And Apply Hardware

16.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to select and apply hardware to new and refurbished furniture.

LMFFM2010B

Set Up, Operate And Maintain Basic Static Machines

56.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to operate and maintain basic static machines used for sawing, planing, sanding and drilling in the production of furniture.

LMFFM2011B

Apply Manufactured Board Conversion Techniques

16.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to apply manufactured board conversion techniques to produce furnishing component parts and manufactured board panel doors.

LMFFM3003B

Produce Angled And Curved Furniture Using Manufactured Board

64.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to construct and assemble manufactured board furniture using angled and curved construction methods.

LMFFM3011B

Produce Manual And Computer-Aided Production Drawings

60.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to produce production drawings using both manual and computer-aided methods.

LMFFM3012B

Prepare Cutting List From Plans And Job Specifications

16.00 hr

This unit applies to employees required to read plans and job specifications, and to prepare cutting lists and processing data for subsequent processing operations.

LMFFM3013B

Measure And Draw Site Layout For Manufactured Furniture Products

16.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to measure and record site layout details to provide an accurate basis for both manufacture and installation of furniture products.

LMFFM3020B

Set Up, Operate And Maintain Sawing Machines

24.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain sawing machines using their full technical potential and capacities. It encompasses and builds on the machines and tasks covered in unit LMFFM2010A Set up, operate and maintain basic static machines.

LMFFM3027B

Set Up, Operate And Maintain Automated Edge Banding Machines

60.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain edge banding machines which use automated processes to apply and finish edge treatments.

LMFFM3030B

Set Up, Operate And Maintain Cnc Sizing Machines

60.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain CNC sizing machines to produce furniture or components.

LMFFM3031B

Set Up, Operate And Maintain Cnc Machining And Processing Centres

80.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain CNC machining and processing centres to produce furniture or components.

LMFFT4001B

Coordinate On-Site Installation Of Furnishing Products

40.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to coordinate tradespersons who provide services involved in the installation, refurbishment, restoration or repair of furnishing products, primarily in a kitchen, bathroom or laundry setting.

LMFGN3002B

Estimate And Cost Job

16.00 hr

This unit covers the competency to estimate materials, labour and time requirements and establish costs for provision of services or products.

LMFKB2001A

Prepare For Cabinet Installation

12.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare a site and confirm completeness of cabinets and components required for installation. It requires checking of job information and identifying quality issues.

LMFKB3001A

Identify Processes In Kitchen And Bathroom Projects

80.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to identify the processes used in new and renovated kitchen and bathroom projects. This includes key stages, service providers and quality elements that typically characterise a project concerned with the development of kitchens and bathrooms.

LMFKB3002A

Determine Requirements For Installation Of Cabinets

46.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to assess a site, including walls, floors, appliances, services and other structural components to determine implications and modifications required for location and installation of cabinets.

LMFKB3003A

Check And Measure Fit Of Cabinets

20.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to take measurements on-site and check cabinetry to ensure accurate fit. It requires assessment of levels and squareness of walls and floors and other structural components to determine adjustments required on cabinets to ensure exact fit.

LMFKB3004A

Conduct On-Site Adjustments To Cabinets And Components

16.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge to examine required cabinet adjustments, select appropriate techniques and make adjustments to pre-made cabinets in order to achieve accurate fit at site of installation. It includes conducting measurements to check accuracy of adjustments made.

LMFKB3005A

Fabricate Cabinets For The Build-In Environment

80.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to plan production processes and construct and assemble components to fabricate cabinets that meet predetermined specifications. It includes use of materials and processes typically applied within a cabinet manufacturing environment.

LMFKB3006A

Install Fitted Cabinets And Components

35.00 hr

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to install cabinets according to specifications and design plans, including the application of selected components to achieve a quality finish. This unit requires an ability to access and apply information and instruction for the use of components and cabinet products.

All fees quoted are annual indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. The Victorian state government recently announced a series of government funding and fee policy changes for TAFEs. As a result, the advertised tuition fee rates are subject to change, for students commencing their course from 1 July 2012. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.