Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
LMF30202
W030
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 11/05/2009 | Current | 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.
Job roles/employment outcomes
The LMF30202 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing reflects vocational outcomes for those performing furniture finishing job roles in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader related activities involving known routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures and within known time constraints.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop skills and a breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge in furniture finishing and would cover selecting, adapting and transferring this skill and knowledge to new environments and providing technical advice and some leadership in resolution of specific problems. Application would be across a range of roles in a variety of contexts with some complexity in the extent and choice of options available and may involve some responsibility for others. Participation in teams including group or team coordination may be required.
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit can be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMF20202 Certificate II in Furniture Finishing or achieved equivalent industry experience.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification may include LMF40202 Certificate IV in Furnishing Technology or similar qualifications plus relevant supervisory, management or competitive manufacturing qualifications.
Licensing considerations
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 LMF30202 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.
Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been listed, and must be considered in the
total number of units.
1. Core Units
Complete all ten ( 10) units from this list
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8281 | MSAPMSUP102A | Communicate in the workplace | 26 | Unit of competency |
| W8507 | LMFFF2002B | Dismantle/re-assemble furniture | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W8696 | LMFGN3002B | Estimate and cost job | 16 | Unit of competency |
| S7151 | TLID307E | Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W7008 | MSAPMOPS101A | Make measurements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3655 | MSAENV272B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8695 | LMFGN3001B | Read and interpret work documents | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W8506 | LMFFF2001B | Use furniture finishing sector hand and power tools | 48 | Unit of competency |
| W8282 | MSAPMSUP106A | Work in a team | 26 | Unit of competency |
| W8249 | MSAPMOHS200A | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Electives
Select thirteen ( 13) units from Groups A, B and C as specified below.
Group A
Select a minimum of eight ( 8) units from Group A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8516 | LMFFF3003B | Apply plural component coatings | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W8517 | LMFFF3004B | Apply soft rubber techniques | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8512 | LMFFF2007B | Apply stains, fillers and bleach | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W8511 | LMFFF2006B | Apply surface coatings by spray gun | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8510 | LMFFF2005B | Maintain spray equipment and booth | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W8514 | LMFFF3001B | Match and make up colours | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W8509 | LMFFF2004B | Prepare surfaces for finishing | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W8508 | LMFFF2003B | Remove surface coatings | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8519 | LMFFF3006B | Repair and touch up surfaces | 42 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Electives
Select at least one ( 1) unit from Group B
Group C
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.
If Competitive Manufacturing units are chosen (identified as MSACM in the code), these should only be selected on the basis of work requirements.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8520 | LMFFF3007B | Apply graining and decorative finishes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8513 | LMFFF2008B | Apply surface coatings by hand | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8521 | LMFFF3008B | Apply traditional French polishing techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8518 | LMFFF3005B | Enhance finishes | 28 | Unit of competency |
| W8522 | LMFFF3009B | Set up, operate and maintain CNC coating systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8515 | LMFFF3002B | Set up, operate and maintain mechanical coatings systems | 44 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2318 | 12519WA | Certificate III in Furniture Making (Polishing) | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J729 | MSF30113 | Certificate III in Furniture Finishing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the CSSN Swan TAFE on 7 November 2003.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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