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MSF31113 - Certificate III in Cabinet Making

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification is for indentured apprentices who are involved in the manufacture and installation of fitted furniture, typically in a kitchen, bathroom or related context. This qualification is delivered over four (4) years in five (5) stages. Each stage of training is unique and dedicated to providing the apprentice with a level of competence in line with the apprentice’s progress through their apprenticeship and industry expectation. Each stage is of varying duration based on the number of competencies being delivered and assessed. As the training and assessment is competency based it may be possible for the apprentice to complete their training sooner if they demonstrate the required skill level during the stage being delivered.

Entry Requirements

This course is for apprenticeship training only. Students must be employed as apprentices in a relevant industry.

Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply Please Enquire
Study Area
  • Apprenticeships, Trades & Training
Skill Area
  • Building and Construction
AQF Level Level 3: Certificate III

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of skills at trade-level for those working in furniture making and those involved in the manufacture and installation of fitted furniture typically in a kitchen, bathroom and related context. Installation skills may be applied to new or renovation work.

Delivery Agreement

JM Kelly Management Pty Ltd provides the following services on behalf of CQUniversity for this course: Recruitment of apprentices employed by JM Kelly Management Provision of educational or support services Delivery of training and/or assessment Apprentices should email: project@jmk.com.au or speak to their local CQUni Vocational Industry Officer.

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 6 core units
  2. Complete 22 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

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Standard Course Structure

This course is for apprentices only.

  • Employer Based (VET Providers Only)
  • On-campus
Core
Students must also complete twenty-two (22) elective units depending on their desired qualification.
MSFGN3001 Read and interpret work documents More Information Training.gov Details
MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations More Information Training.gov Details
MSFFM2001 Use furniture making sector hand and power tools More Information Training.gov Details
MSMSUP106 Work in a team More Information Training.gov Details
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace More Information Training.gov Details
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

For the following units, you may choose your own order of study, while taking into account pre-requisite requirements and the unit availability.
Unit Code Unit Name
MSFGN3001 Read and interpret work documents
MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations
MSFFM2001 Use furniture making sector hand and power tools
MSMSUP106 Work in a team
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
Course Learning Outcomes
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Third Party Services arrangement

JM Kelly Management Pty Ltd provides the following services on behalf of CQUniversity for this course:

  • Recruitment of apprentices employed by JM Kelly Management
  • Provision of educational or support services
  • Delivery of training and/or assessment

Apprentices should email: project@jmk.com.au or speak to their local CQUni Vocational Industry Officer.