Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Picture Framing
Certificate III in Picture Framing
MSF30513
J733
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 04/03/2016 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 10/12/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare design requirements for framing and use mouldings and mat to frame pictures, artwork, and textiles, including use of glass and glazing materials, where required.
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 MSF30513 Certificate III in Picture Framing, competency must be achieved in twenty-one (21) units of competency.- fourteen (14) core units of competency
- seven (7) elective units of competency, of which
- a minimum of four (4) units from Group A
- up to three (3) units from Group B
- up to three (3) 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. Those units must be aligned at Certificate II level (maximum 1 unit), Certificate III level (maximum 3 units) or Certificate IV level (maximum 1 unit).
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.
1. Core Units
All fourteen (14) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWC20 | MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace | 26 | Unit of competency |
| WI585 | MSFPF2006 | Cut and handle glazing materials for framing | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WI584 | MSFPF2005 | Cut mat boards | 44 | Unit of competency |
| WI581 | MSFPF2002 | Cut mouldings to length | 28 | Unit of competency |
| WI588 | MSFPF3001 | De-frame artwork | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WI582 | MSFPF2003 | Join mouldings | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI512 | MSFGN2001 | Make measurements and calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI583 | MSFPF2004 | Mount artwork | 52 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI593 | MSFPF3006 | Prepare design requirements for framing | 48 | Unit of competency |
| WI592 | MSFPF3005 | Recognise and handle artwork for framing | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI580 | MSFPF2001 | Use picture framing sector hand and power tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWC31 | MSMSUP106 | Work in a team | 26 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A
A minimum of four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI594 | MSFPF3007 | Apply frame finishes | 48 | Unit of competency |
| WI586 | MSFPF2007 | Assemble a basic artwork package | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI595 | MSFPF3008 | Assemble a complex artwork package | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI589 | MSFPF3002 | Decorate mat boards | 48 | Unit of competency |
| WI596 | MSFPF3009 | Install artwork | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WI591 | MSFPF3004 | Prepare textiles for framing | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI587 | MSFPF2008 | Recognise and repair finishes of framing materials | 44 | Unit of competency |
| WI590 | MSFPF3003 | Set up and operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines for picture framing work | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUP31 | ICPPRN384 | Set up and produce basic digital print | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B
Up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUJ89 | BSBSMB305 | Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUM29 | BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ88 | BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI515 | MSFGN3002 | Estimate and cost job | 16 | Unit of competency |
| AUG99 | BSBSMB303 | Organise finances for the micro business | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ68 | BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUH95 | BSBCUE304 | Provide sales solutions to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8285 | MSAPMSUP201A | Receive or despatch goods | 26 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W036 | LMF30802 | Certificate III in Picture Framing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BED4 | MSF30518 | Certificate III in Picture Framing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships