Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required where the design of furniture and the application of the design into a finished furniture product is the central focus. This qualification is streamed to reflect two primary occupational outcomes in the areas of
fine furniture making - with a focus on skills required to design and produce individual fine furniture for display or custom production and furniture design - with a focus on skills required to design furniture for volume production.
Job roles /employment outcomes
The LMF50508 Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology reflects vocational outcomes for those performing design of furniture and has two streams that should be selected on the basis of required occupational outcome.
- Stream 1: Fine Furniture Making - units for this stream are included in Groups A and C
- Stream 2: Furniture Design - units for this stream are included in Groups A and D
The selection of units for each of each stream is determined by the packaging rules below.
Work involves self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop a breadth, depth and complexity of skills and knowledge covering furnishing design and technology plus initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge application across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, evaluation and co-ordination. Work would involve participation in development of strategic initiatives, as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others. It may include participation in teams, including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions and could involve group or team coordination.
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit can be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed the LMF40508 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Technology or achieved equivalent industry experience.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification may include LMF60308 Advanced Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology and relevant 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.
Pathways Information
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the LMF50508 Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology, competency must be achieved in twenty-six (26 ) units of competency.
- eight (8 ) core units of competency
- eighteen (18 ) elective units of competency.
Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been listed, and must be considered in the total number of units.
CORE UNITS
Complete all eight (8 ) units from this list.
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
BSBDES401A |
Generate design solutions |
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LMFFDT4007A |
Establish design brief |
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LMFFDT4012A |
Produce ideation drawings |
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LMFFDT4014A |
Research and select furniture materials and technology |
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LMFFDT4015A |
Research furniture styles and movements |
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LMFFDT5004A |
Develop self as a furniture designer |
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LMFFDT5013A |
Evaluate furniture design proposals and concepts |
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MSAENV272B |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
ELECTIVE UNITS
Select eighteen (18 ) units from Groups A, B, C and D as specified below.
Group A
Select one (1 ) unit from Group A
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
Stream 1 : Fine Furniture Making |
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LMFFDT4006A |
Establish and maintain a safe furniture making work environment |
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Stream 2 : Furniture Design |
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LMFFDT4008A |
Determine occupational health and safety implications of designs |
Group B
Select a minimum of four (4 ) units from Group B, including at least two (2 ) units coded LMF*******
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
BSBDES502A |
Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief |
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BSBMKG501B |
Evaluate marketing opportunities |
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CUFANM303A |
Create digital 3D models |
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LMFDN5001B |
Generate and transfer complex computer-aided drawings and specifications |
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LMFDN5006A |
Manage furniture design |
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LMFFDT5001A |
Apply ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemic considerations to a product |
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LMFFDT5002A |
Apply resources sustainably |
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LMFFDT5003A |
Assess and resolve technical integrity of a design |
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LMFFDT5005A |
Construct custom furniture using advanced techniques |
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LMFFDT5007A |
Design a batch or limited production item of furniture |
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LMFFDT5008A |
Design a furniture product using high volume technology services (HVTS) in production |
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LMFFDT5009A |
Design a one-off item of furniture |
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LMFFDT5010A |
Research and recommend alternative manufacturing processes |
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LMFFDT5011A |
Research and recommend machine technology |
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LMFFT5001B |
Evaluate and select production materials and equipment for furniture production |
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LMFFT5004B |
Develop and document procedures and specifications |
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LMFFT5011B |
Develop, trial and evaluate prototypes |
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LMFFT5012B |
Determine production feasibility of designs |
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MSACMT230A |
Apply cost factors to work practices |
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MSACMT450A |
Undertake process capability improvements |
MSACMT452A |
MSACMT452A |
Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing |
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MSACMT631A |
Undertake value analysis of product costs in terms of customer requirements |
MSACMT230A |
Group C
Select a minimum of eight (8 ) units from Group C OR Group D. A minimum of five (5 ) units in each group must be units coded LMF*****
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
Stream 1 : Fine Furniture Making |
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BSBDES301A |
Explore the use of colour |
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BSBPMG510A |
Manage projects |
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BSBSMB403A |
Market the small business |
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BSBSMB404A |
Undertake small business planning |
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CUFDIG303A |
Produce and prepare photo images |
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CUVCOR09B |
Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept |
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CUVCRS03B |
Produce computer-aided drawings |
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CUVCRS04B |
Produce technical drawings |
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LMFFDT4001A |
Apply finishing techniques to custom furniture |
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LMFFDT4002A |
Assemble custom furniture |
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LMFFDT4005A |
Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples |
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LMFFDT4009A |
Prepare and present furniture design information |
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LMFFDT4010A |
Produce and evaluate developmental furniture models to scale |
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LMFFDT4011A |
Set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines |
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LMFFDT4015A |
Research furniture styles and movements |
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LMFFDT4016A |
Select, use and maintain hand tools for the creation of custom furniture |
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LMFFDT4017A |
Set up and operate a wood turning lathe to produce off-centre work |
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LMFFDT4018A |
Produce templates and jigs for custom made furniture |
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LMFFM4005A |
Hand carve wood to custom design |
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LMFFM4006A |
Construct joints for custom furniture |
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LMFFM4007A |
Produce curved and shaped components for custom furniture |
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LMFFM4008A |
Produce timber veneered components for custom furniture |
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LMFFT4010B |
Identify and calculate production costs |
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LMFFT4011A |
Purchase materials and consumables for furniture production |
Group D
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
Stream 2 : Furniture design |
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BSBCRT401A |
Articulate, present and debate ideas |
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BSBCRT402A |
Collaborate in a creative process |
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BSBCRT403A |
Explore the history and social impact of creativity |
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BSBCRT501A |
Originate and develop concepts |
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BSBDES301A |
Explore the use of colour |
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BSBDES303A |
Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms |
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BSBDES305A |
Source and apply information on the history and theory of design |
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BSBDES403A |
Develop and extend design skills and practice |
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BSBPMG510A |
Manage projects |
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BSBSMB403A |
Market the small business |
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BSBSMB404A |
Undertake small business planning |
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BSBSMB407A |
Manage a small team |
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CUFDIG303A |
Produce and prepare photo images |
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CUFDIG304A |
Create visual design components |
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CUVCOR09B |
Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept |
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CUVCRS03B |
Produce computer-aided drawings |
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CUVCRS04B |
Produce technical drawings |
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LMFFDT4003A |
Assess and record the lifecycle of a product |
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LMFFDT4004A |
Assess environmental impact of a design |
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LMFFDT4005A |
Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples |
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LMFFDT4009A |
Prepare and present furniture design information |
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LMFFDT4013A |
Research and select furniture finishes |
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LMFFT4010B |
Identify and calculate production costs |
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MEM15001B |
Perform basic statistical quality control |
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MEM16006A |
Organise and communicate information |
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MEM16007A |
Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
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MEM16008A |
Interact with computing technology |
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MEM16013A |
Operate in a self directed team |
MEM16007A |
MEM30001A |
Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings |
MEM16006A MEM16008A |
MEM30004A |
Use CAD to create and display 3D models |
MEM16008A MEM30001A |
MEM30024A |
Participate in quality assurance techniques |
MEM15001B |
MSACMT230A |
Apply cost factors to work practices |
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MSACMT430A |
Improve cost factors in work practices |
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MSAENV472B |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
Group E
Up to five (5 ) relevant units can be chosen from other units not already selected from Groups B, C and D, or units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. Those units must be aligned at Certificate IV level (maximum 2 units), Diploma level or Advanced Diploma level (maximum 2 units).
Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses via Group E 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.