Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
Certificate III in Furniture Finishing
MSF30122
BIJ9
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 08/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
Furniture finishing workers with this qualification prepare surfaces and apply stains, coatings and finishes to furniture in manufacture or repair and perform other tasks associated with this work. They use discretion and judgement, take responsibility for their own outputs and may have limited responsibility for others in a team environment. People in this role can adapt and transfer skills and knowledge within known routines, methods, procedures and time constraints.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to some units in this qualification. Local regulations should be checked.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty-two (22)- eight (8) core units
- fourteen (14) elective units, consisting of:
- ten (10) to fourteen (14) units from the electives listed below
- up to four (4) units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course. These units must be relevant to the work role outlined in the qualification description above, must not duplicate the outcome of other units used to achieve this qualification and must not include more than 1 unit aligned at a level lower than Australian Qualifications Framework Level 3.
The Certificate III in Furniture Finishing allows for a general qualification or may be packaged to provide a single or double specialisation.
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (French Polishing), all seven (7) units in Group A must be selected.
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (Polyurethane Coating), all six (6) units in Group B must be selected.
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (French Polishing) (Polyurethane Coating), all ten (10) units in Group A and B must be selected.
Note: Some units are listed in both Group A and Group B.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWC20 | MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace | 26 | Unit of competency |
| OEL89 | MSFFF2010 | Dismantle and reassemble furniture for finishing | 56 | Unit of competency |
| OEL17 | MSFGN3006 | Estimate and cost job | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WI512 | MSFGN2001 | Make measurements and calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEK83 | MSFGN3005 | Read and interpret work documents | 24 | Unit of competency |
| OEL61 | MSFFF2009 | Use furniture finishing 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: French Polishing
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (French Polishing), all seven (7) units in Group A must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEO88 | MSFFF3016 | Apply graining and decorative finishes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEK26 | MSFFF2015 | Apply stains, fillers and bleach | 56 | Unit of competency |
| OEL92 | MSFFF2016 | Apply surface coatings by hand | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEL24 | MSFFF3017 | Apply traditional French polishing techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEL28 | MSFFF3010 | Match and make up colours | 56 | Unit of competency |
| OEL91 | MSFFF2012 | Prepare surfaces for finishing | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OEK21 | MSFFF2011 | Remove surface coatings | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Polyurethane Coating
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (Polyurethane Coating), all six (6) units in Group B must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEL81 | MSFFF3012 | Apply plural component coatings | 56 | Unit of competency |
| OEK67 | MSFFF2014 | Apply surface coatings by spray gun | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEL67 | MSFFF2013 | Maintain spray equipment and booth | 24 | Unit of competency |
| OEL28 | MSFFF3010 | Match and make up colours | 56 | Unit of competency |
| OEL91 | MSFFF2012 | Prepare surfaces for finishing | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OEK21 | MSFFF2011 | Remove surface coatings | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: General
The remaining units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEL32 | MSFFF3013 | Apply soft rubber techniques | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCF16 | BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEJ57 | MSFFF3014 | Enhance finishes | 28 | Unit of competency |
| OCG28 | BSBESB405 | Manage compliance for small businesses | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCF11 | BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCD82 | BSBESB403 | Plan finances for new business ventures | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEL30 | MSFFF3015 | Repair and touch up surfaces | 42 | Unit of competency |
| OCF73 | BSBESB401 | Research and develop business plans | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEM30 | MSFFF3018 | Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) coating systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEL88 | MSFFF3011 | Set up, operate and maintain mechanical coating systems | 44 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J729 | MSF30113 | Certificate III in Furniture Finishing | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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