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Certificate III in Furnishing (Upholstery Bed and Mattress Making, Soft Furniture)
Certificate III in Furnishing (Upholstery Bed and Mattress Making, Soft Furniture)
Accredited course
National Code:
3371
3371
State Code:
1569
1569
TGA Status:
Draft
Draft
DTWD Status:
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030115 - Furniture Upholstery And Renovation
AQF Level
Certificate III in
Nominal Hours
600
Duration
1 Semester
Stream of Study
Complete Trades Course (3212)
Accredited Date
01/01/1996
Expiry Date
31/12/2003
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description
On satisfactory completion the learner will have displayed competence in modules for the Certificate III, incorporating the declared vocations of bed and mattress making. A 'composite' tradesperson may be considered by the industrial parties and be included when agreement has been reached.
Schedule
1. CORE
BROAD-BASED SKILLS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82641 | ABC516 | Basic Sewing Machines | 20 | Module |
| 83004 | ABC504 | Calculations | 24 | Module |
| 83005 | ABC505 | Communications | 40 | Module |
| 82642 | ABC512 | Drawing/Sketching | 20 | Module |
| 82638 | 82638 | Fabrics for Furniture and Furnishing | 24 | Module |
| 82639 | ABC514 | Hand Tools and Equipment | 24 | Module |
| 83007 | ABC507 | Information Technology | 24 | Module |
| 83001 | ABC501 | Introduction to Furnishings Industry | 8 | Module |
| 83010 | ABC510 | Materials Handling | 10 | Module |
| 83002 | ABC502 | Occupational Health and Safety (1) | 8 | Module |
| 82640 | ABC515 | Power Tools and Equipment | 16 | Module |
| 83013 | ABC513 | Working With Others | 20 | Module |
| 83003 | ABC503 | Workplace Environment | 8 | Module |
2. CORE
CORE SKILLS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83235 | ABC553 | Basic Frame Construction | 16 | Module |
| 83019 | ABC546 | Customer Relations and Services | 20 | Module |
| 83016 | ABC543 | General Ergonomics | 8 | Module |
| 83234 | ABC552 | Manufacturing Processes | 16 | Module |
| 83014 | ABC541 | Occupational Health and Safety (2) | 20 | Module |
| 83021 | ABC548 | Quality Principles | 10 | Module |
| 83236 | ABC554 | Specifications/Job Sheets | 32 | Module |
3. CORE
SPECIFIC INDUSTRY SKILLS (188 hours)
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83263 | ABC786 | Base Frame Assembly Process | 20 | Module |
| 83258 | ABC781 | Mattress and Base Components | 8 | Module |
| 83264 | ABC787 | Mattress Assembly Process | 40 | Module |
| 83260 | 83260 | Measuring and Cutting Covering Fabrics | 20 | Module |
| 83262 | ABC785 | Sewing Mattress Components | 80 | Module |
| 83261 | ABC784 | Specific Purpose Sewing Machines (B&m) | 80 | Module |
4. ELECTIVES
GROUP 1: CORE SKILLS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83237 | ABC555 | Decorative Accessories (Sf) | 20 | Module |
| 83239 | ABC557 | Decorative Accessories (Uph) | 20 | Module |
| 83238 | ABC556 | Installation Techniques - Basic | 20 | Module |
| 83023 | ABC550 | Introduction to Cad | 40 | Module |
5. ELECTIVES
GROUP 2: SPECIFIC INDUSTRY SKILLS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83265 | ABC988 | Decorative Treatments and Accessories Applications | 20 | Module |
| 83266 | ABC969 | Padded Bedhead Construction | 20 | Module |
| 83267 | ABC970 | Quilting Machine Operation | 80 | Module |
| 83259 | ABC782 | Spring Making | 20 | Module |
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VET Info Notes
GENERAL NOTES - A
1. Additional elective modules of 44 hours to be selected from within the
Specific Industry Skills and/or
Additional Specific Skills. These modules should be selected in
consultation with the employer,
participant and training provider.
GENERAL NOTES - B
1. This course is the copyright of the Austalian Training Products
Ltd. Training providers who wish to deliver this program must obtain written
approval from the proponent and be registered by their State accrediting body.
2. The proponent for this course is the Holmesglen College of TAFE,
Victoria. The course was originally accredited in Victoria from 01/01.96 to
31/12/2000. It has been placed on the NTIS as code 3371.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager,
Training Products Information Service (TPIS) at the WA Department of Training
(08) 9235 6222 or the proponent.
4. This course was entered on to the CMS by Curriculum Services, WADOT.
1. Additional elective modules of 44 hours to be selected from within the
Specific Industry Skills and/or
Additional Specific Skills. These modules should be selected in
consultation with the employer,
participant and training provider.
GENERAL NOTES - B
1. This course is the copyright of the Austalian Training Products
Ltd. Training providers who wish to deliver this program must obtain written
approval from the proponent and be registered by their State accrediting body.
2. The proponent for this course is the Holmesglen College of TAFE,
Victoria. The course was originally accredited in Victoria from 01/01.96 to
31/12/2000. It has been placed on the NTIS as code 3371.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager,
Training Products Information Service (TPIS) at the WA Department of Training
(08) 9235 6222 or the proponent.
4. This course was entered on to the CMS by Curriculum Services, WADOT.
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