Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Flooring Technology
Certificate II in Flooring Technology
LMF20908
W501
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 04/10/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to perform basic flooring preparation and installation tasks such as timber, carpet and vinyl floor coverings that involve known routines and procedures and some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
Job roles/employment outcomes
The LMF20908 Certificate II in Flooring Technology reflects vocational outcomes for those performing job roles involving handling flooring materials, preparing surfaces and installing a range of floorings.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop skills and knowledge in preparation of flooring surfaces and installing flooring materials where there is a clearly defined range of contexts in which the choice of actions required is usually clear and there is limited complexity in the range of options to be applied. It can involve collaboration with others through members of a group or team.
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit can be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMF10108 Certificate I in Furnishing or achieved equivalent industry experience.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification may include LMF1208 Certificate III in Flooring Technology and 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 LMF20908 Certificate II in Flooring Technology, competency must beachieved in fourteen ( 14) units of competency.
- six ( 6) core units of competency
- eight ( 8) elective units of competency made up of;
- a minimum of five (5) units from Group A
- Up to three (3) relevant units may be chosen from units not already selected in Group A, or units in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. Those units must be aligned at Certificate II level of Certificate III level (a maximum of 2 Certificate III units)
- Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses via Group B 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.
Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been listed, and
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8281 | MSAPMSUP102A | Communicate in the workplace | 26 | Unit of competency |
| W8247 | MSAPMOHS100A | Follow OHS procedures | 26 | Unit of competency |
| W7008 | MSAPMOPS101A | Make measurements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3655 | MSAENV272B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8524 | LMFFL2001A | Use flooring technology sector hand and power tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8282 | MSAPMSUP106A | Work in a team | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Electives
Seven (7) units to be completed
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8553 | LMFFL3101A | Inspect sub-floors | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8540 | LMFFL2201A | Install carpet cushion/underlays and gripper accessories | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W8539 | LMFFL2112A | Install hard underlays | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W8546 | LMFFL2501A | Install laminate and engineered timber flooring | 36 | Unit of competency |
| W8528 | LMFFL2101A | Remove existing floor coverings | 24 | Unit of competency |
| W8526 | LMFFL2003A | Select, operate and maintain floor covering cutting machine | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8532 | LMFFL2105A | Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers and damp proof membranes to concrete sub-floors | 32 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Electives
One (1) unit to be completed
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8694 | LMFGN2002B | Move and store materials and products | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W021 | LMF20102 | Certificate II in Floor Covering and Finishing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
TGA release date 10 December 2013.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.