Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
MSF30113
J729
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 03/06/2022 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 2.00 | 04/03/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 10/12/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a wide range of tasks associated with the preparation of surfaces and applying stains, coatings and finishes to furniture in manufacture or repair. Participation in teams, including group or team coordination, may be required.
A specialisation in French polishing can be recognised in this qualification where the following elective units are achieved:
MSFFF2003 Remove surface coatings
MSFFF2004 Prepare surfaces for finishing
MSFFF2007 Apply stains, fillers and bleach
MSFFF2008 Apply surface coatings by hand
MSFFF3001 Match and make up colours
MSFFF3007 Apply graining and decorative finishes
MSFFF3008 Apply traditional French polishing techniques
Where this specialisation is achieved, RTOs should identify this as follows:
MSF30113 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
(specialising in French Polishing)
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the MSF30113 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing, competency must be achieved in twenty-three (23) units of competency.- ten (10) core units of competency
- thirteen (13) elective units of competency, of which:
- a minimum of eight (8) units from Group A
- at least one (1) unit from Group B
- up to four (4) relevant units may be chosen from units not already selected from Groups A and B, or units available in this Training Package or other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. Units must be aligned at Certificate II level (maximum 1 unit), Certificate III level (maximum 4 units) or Certificate IV level (maximum 1 unit).
Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses via Group C must be relevant to the qualification outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWC20 | MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace | 26 | Unit of competency |
| WI314 | MSFFF2002 | Dismantle and re-assemble furniture | 56 | Unit of competency |
| WI515 | MSFGN3002 | Estimate and cost job | 16 | Unit of competency |
| AWM76 | TLID2003 | Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI512 | MSFGN2001 | Make measurements and calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI514 | MSFGN3001 | Read and interpret work documents | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WI313 | MSFFF2001 | Use furniture finishing sector hand and power tools | 48 | Unit of competency |
| AWC31 | MSMSUP106 | Work in a team | 26 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of eight (8) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI323 | MSFFF3003 | Apply plural component coatings | 56 | Unit of competency |
| WI324 | MSFFF3004 | Apply soft rubber techniques | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI319 | MSFFF2007 | Apply stains, fillers and bleach | 56 | Unit of competency |
| WI318 | MSFFF2006 | Apply surface coatings by spray gun | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI317 | MSFFF2005 | Maintain spray equipment and booth | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WI321 | MSFFF3001 | Match and make up colours | 56 | Unit of competency |
| WI316 | MSFFF2004 | Prepare surfaces for finishing | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WI315 | MSFFF2003 | Remove surface coatings | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI326 | MSFFF3006 | Repair and touch up surfaces | 42 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least one (1) unit to be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI327 | MSFFF3007 | Apply graining and decorative finishes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI320 | MSFFF2008 | Apply surface coatings by hand | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI328 | MSFFF3008 | Apply traditional French polishing techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI325 | MSFFF3005 | Enhance finishes | 28 | Unit of competency |
| WI329 | MSFFF3009 | Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) coating systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI322 | MSFFF3002 | Set up, operate and maintain mechanical coating systems | 44 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W030 | LMF30202 | Certificate III in Furniture Finishing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIJ9 | MSF30122 | Certificate III in Furniture Finishing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships