Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Furniture Finishing
Certificate II in Furniture Finishing
LMF20202
W022
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 range of finishing techniques for furniture and covers basic dismantling and assembly of furniture items involving known routines and procedures and some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
Job roles/employment outcomes
The LMF20202 Certificate II in Furniture Finishing reflects vocational outcomes for those performing furniture component dismantling and assembly for surface finishing in furniture manufacturing enterprises.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop skills and knowledge in the finishing of furniture surfaces 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 could include 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 LMF30302 Certificate III in Furniture Making and relevant 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 LMF20202 Certificate II in Furniture Finishing, competency must be achieved in thirteen (13) units of competency.- eight (8) core units of competency
- five (5) elective units of competency of which;
-select a minimum of three (3) units from Group A
-Group B: a maximum of two (2) relevant units may be chosen from other units not selected in Group A, or units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. The units must be aligned at Certificate II or III level.
-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.
- 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 must be considered in the total number of u
1. Core Units
Complete all eight ( 8) units from this list
| 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 |
| 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 |
| W8508 | LMFFF2003B | Remove surface coatings | 40 | 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 |
2. Group A Elective Units
Four (4) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8512 | LMFFF2007B | Apply stains, fillers and bleach | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W8513 | LMFFF2008B | Apply surface coatings by hand | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8507 | LMFFF2002B | Dismantle/re-assemble furniture | 56 | Unit of competency |
| W8509 | LMFFF2004B | Prepare surfaces for finishing | 16 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Unit
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3648 | 50444 | Certificate II in Furnishing (Polishing) | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J726 | MSF20213 | Certificate II 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 Swan TAFE on 5 November 2003.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships