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Qualification details

LMF40609 - Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to MSF40313 - Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces 09/Dec/2013

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 19/Oct/2011
(View details for release 1) 11/May/2009

Units of competency

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LMFFT4007B - Sample, inspect and test products to specificationsSample, inspect and test products to specificationsSupersededN/A
BSBWOR204A - Use business technologyUse business technologySupersededN/A
LMFKB3008A - Identify cabinet construction and installation methodsIdentify cabinet construction and installation methodsSupersededN/A
LMFKB3007A - Provide advice on cabinet design featuresProvide advice on cabinet design featuresSupersededN/A
BSBSMB403A - Market the small businessMarket the small businessSupersededN/A
LMFFT4008B - Interpret and use workplace informationInterpret and use workplace informationSupersededN/A
LMFKB4004A - Determine spatial planning considerations for bathroom designDetermine spatial planning considerations for bathroom designSupersededN/A
LMFKB4003A - Identify and document services required to support fitted furniture designsIdentify and document services required to support fitted furniture designsSupersededN/A
LMFFM3011B - Produce manual and computer-aided production drawingsProduce manual and computer-aided production drawingsSupersededN/A
BSBMKG413A - Promote products and servicesPromote products and servicesSupersededN/A
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 312112 Building Associate 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 3121-13 Architectural Associate 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0401 Architecture And Urban Environment 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 511 Certificate IV 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Interior Design 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Kitchen and Bathroom Designer 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 312112 Building Associate 03/Dec/2012 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 3121-13 Architectural Associate 03/Dec/2012 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0401 Architecture And Urban Environment 03/Dec/2012 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 511 Certificate IV 11/May/2009 
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Modification History

Elective unit MSAENV472A Updated to Version B.

Description

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to design kitchens, bathrooms and interior spaces to meet client requirements.

Job roles /employment outcomes 

The Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces targets those designing kitchens, bathrooms and other interior spaces that typically feature built-in cabinetry and furniture. Employment outcomes include small business operators in kitchen and bathroom design or product supply, and specialist design personnel.

Application 

This qualification is typically used to develop specialist kitchen and bathroom design skills. However, units in the qualification also support the application of design skills to other interior spaces. It is suitable for those working in the kitchens and bathroom industries, or with furnishing, joinery or cabinet making skills, in order to prepare them for providing a design service in these industries.

Pathways into the qualification 

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMF30409 Certificate III in Cabinet Making, LMF32009 Certificate III in Kitchen and Bathrooms (Client Services), LMF31908 Certificate III in Interior Decoration (Retail Services), LMF40408 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration, or achieved equivalent industry experience, for example, in the areas of interior decoration and design, sales and marketing of kitchen or bathroom products and designs, or manufacture of cabinets and components.

Pathways from the qualification 

Further training pathways from this qualification include LMF50408 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration.

Licensing considerations 

Depending on the state and territory where work is undertaken, licensing may relate to this qualification to enable the candidate to conduct work on-site or manage implementation of designs. At the minimum, licensing requirements will usually involve construction induction training covered by the unit CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry. Local regulations should be checked for details.

Pathways Information

Not applicable.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not applicable.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY 

Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens , Bathrooms and Interior Spaces 

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the kitchen and bathroom industries for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that reflect skill requirements for this level.

Employability skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication 

  • Communicate effectively and efficiently with colleagues, suppliers and clients
  • Interpret correspondence, verbal and written project briefs
  • Interpret work instructions, technical and conceptual information
  • Communicate research findings and creative ideas
  • Visually communicate creative concepts and direction to colleagues, suppliers and clients
  • Use digital forms of communication - emails, digital photos and scanned document knowledge
  • Produce drawings to communicate the concept
  • Communicate verbally and in writing with contractors and suppliers on technical issues
  • Confirm a brief with client
  • Complete standard documentation
  • Undertake measurements and calculations
  • Undertake interactive workplace communication
  • Present information

Teamwork 

  • Share or discuss decoration concepts and ideas with others
  • Work with a diverse range of cultures, trades and backgrounds
  • Liaise and work with suppliers
  • Collaborate on decoration solutions
  • Work with trades and craftspeople to achieve successful project outcomes
  • Work independently or as a team member
  • Demonstrate and encourage others in working cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion
  • Identify role of others in the decoration process
  • Undertake appropriate and effective communication with others in the design process

Problem solving 

  • Interpret and resolve kitchen and bathroom design briefs
  • Analyse research findings
  • Develop and resolve design ideas
  • Overcome and find solutions to constraints in project briefs
  • Recognise and address quality issues and problems relating to design and business activities
  • Solve problems in relation to the realisation of design outcomes within the client's budget
  • Solve problems in relation to the realisation of design outcomes that are environmentally, economically and socially sustainable
  • Assess and evaluate skills requirements of self and others to perform tasks
  • Apply knowledge of fabrics and materials to solve design problems
  • Assess quality of materials before using in design solutions

Initiative and enterprise 

  • Explore the potential of factors constraining or impacting on kitchen or bathroom design solutions
  • Initiate a particular kitchen or bathroom design direction
  • Realise kitchen or bathroom design solutions
  • Explore kitchen or bathroom design options
  • Manage changes to kitchen or bathroom design brief or solution
  • Work autonomously with the confidence to recommend selections and review projects to continually learn and improve service
  • Identify non-conformances to standards and take appropriate action
  • Identify effective ways to achieve kitchen or bathroom design outcomes
  • Rectify problems promptly and appropriately

Planning and organising 

  • Prepare for undertaking a kitchen or bathroom design project
  • Coordinate activities with other project timelines such as construction
  • Organise design materials and equipment
  • Make, confirm and alter client and supplier appointments and presentations according to workplace schedules and personnel activities
  • Prepare business correspondence, purchase orders and invoices in a timely manner
  • Prepare effective and clear specifications on time and to agreed industry standards
  • Collect, analyse and organise client information to arrange projects professionally and on time

Self-management 

  • Evaluate and monitor own work and the work of others
  • Develop individual project plans
  • Manage own time effectively
  • Establish own work schedules and take responsibility for the deliverables associated with individual projects, team ventures and client proposals
  • Manage own work
  • Monitor information in work area
  • Keep the work area clean and tidy at all times
  • Locate, interpret and apply relevant information
  • Monitor own work against quality standards
  • Understand own work activities and responsibilities
  • Manage work load priorities

Learning 

  • Conduct ongoing professional research in kitchen or bathroom design knowledge
  • Maintain professional skills
  • Manage own learning and professional development activities
  • Accept and respond to feedback, and use feedback as an opportunity to improve professional knowledge and skills
  • Manage own self-directed learning to continually keep up to date with available products, services and current trends
  • Identify shortfalls in knowledge and undertake research or training to fill gaps
  • Maintain a knowledge of industry standards
  • Assess competencies in meeting job requirements
  • Ask questions to expand own knowledge
  • Experiment with ideas and review outcomes

Technology 

  • Observe occupational health and safety (OHS) principles when using technology
  • Research technological developments relevant to kitchen or bathroom design work
  • Use computers and appropriate software to develop and realise a kitchen or bathroom design solution
  • Use information technology (IT) to organise and maintain client and business data
  • Work with technology safely and according to workplace standards

Packaging Rules

Packaging Rules 

To be awarded the Certificate IV in Design of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Interior Spaces, competency must be achieved in twenty  (20 ) units of competency, made up of:

  • thirteen  (13 ) core units of competency
  • seven  (7 ) elective units of competency

Assessment must be conducted in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines. Units must be selected according to the rules described below

CORE UNITS 

Select all thirteen  (13 ) units from this list.

BSBDES401A

Generate design solutions

CPCCOHS1001A

Work safely in the construction industry

LMFDN4001B

Produce drawings from design concepts

LMFFM3013B

Measure and draw site layout for manufactured furniture products

LMFID4001A

Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces

LMFID4007A

Identify building materials, construction techniques and methods used in interiors

LMFID5005A

Explore and apply creative design principles to interior space

LMFKB3001A

Identify processes in kitchen and bathroom projects

LMFKB3008A

Identify cabinet construction and installation methods

LMFKB4003A

Identify and document services required to support fitted furniture designs

LMFKB4006A

Prepare quotation and contract documentation for design project

LMFKB4007A

Design ancillary residential cabinetry

MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS 

Select seven  (7 ) units of competency as below:

  • a minimum of two  (2 ) must be chosen from either  Group A OR  Group B specialisation units
  • a maximum of five  (5 ) may be selected from Group A , B or C 

Group A  - Kitchen Specialisation 

LMFKB4001A

Determine spatial planning considerations for kitchen designs

LMFKB4002A

Research and recommend materials, components and finishes for kitchen designs

Group B  - Bathroom Specialisation 

LMFKB4004A

Determine spatial planning considerations for bathroom design

LMFKB4005A

Research and recommend materials, components and finishes for bathroom designs

Group C  - General electives 

LMFKB4008A

Determine layout for laundry components

LMFKB3002A

Determine requirements for installation of cabinets

LMFKB3003A

Check and measure fit of cabinets

LMFKB3007A

Provide advice on cabinet design features

LMFFDT4004A

Assess environmental impact of a design

LMFFM3011B

Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings

LMFFT4001B

Coordinate on-site installation of furnishing products

LMFFT4007B

Sample, inspect and test products to specifications

LMFFT4008B

Interpret and use workplace information

LMFFT4009B

Match furnishing style/materials to customer requirements

LMFID4008A

Assess interior light and recommend light fittings

LMFID4009A

Research architectural styles and movements

LMFID4011A

Determine occupational health and safety implications of interior effects

BSBCRT401A

Articulate, present and debate ideas

BSBCUS402A

Address customer needs

BSBDES301A

Explore the use of colour

BSBDES305A

Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

BSBMKG413A

Promote products and services

BSBSMB403A

Market the small business

BSBSMB405A

Monitor and manage small business operations

BSBSMB406A

Manage small business finances

BSBWOR204A

Use business technology

CUVDSP15B

Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design

MEM09002B

Interpret technical drawing

MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

MSAENV472B

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

MSAPMSUP390A

Use structured problem solving tools

Three (3)  relevant units may be drawn from other units in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses (which may include three  from a Certificate IV, up to one  from a Certificate III and one from a Diploma).

Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses 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.