Modification History
Release 1. MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices removed from the core. Overall number of units reduced by one to reflect this change. Specialisation in polyurethane coating added. Supersedes and is not equivalent to MSF30113 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing.
Qualification 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.
Entry Requirements
Nil
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 22
- 8 core units
- 14 elective units, consisting of:
- 10 to 14 units from the electives listed below
- up to 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 7 units in Group A must be selected.
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (Polyurethane Coating), all 6 units in Group B must be selected.
For the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (French Polishing) (Polyurethane Coating), all 10 units in Group A and B must be selected.
Note: Some units are listed in both Group A and Group B.
CORE UNITS
Unit code |
Unit title |
MSFFF2009 |
Use furniture finishing hand and power tools |
MSFFF2010 |
Dismantle and reassemble furniture for finishing |
MSFGN2001 |
Make measurements and calculations |
MSFGN3005 |
Read and interpret work documents |
MSFGN3006 |
Estimate and cost job |
MSMSUP102 |
Communicate in the workplace |
MSMSUP106 |
Work in a team |
MSMWHS200 |
Work safely |
Group A: French polishing
Unit code |
Unit title |
MSFFF2011 |
Remove surface coatings |
MSFFF2012 |
Prepare surfaces for finishing |
MSFFF2015 |
Apply stains, fillers and bleach |
MSFFF2016 |
Apply surface coatings by hand |
MSFFF3010 |
Match and make up colours |
MSFFF3016 |
Apply graining and decorative finishes |
MSFFF3017 |
Apply traditional French polishing techniques |
Group B: Polyurethane coating
Unit code |
Unit title |
MSFFF2011 |
Remove surface coatings |
MSFFF2012 |
Prepare surfaces for finishing |
MSFFF2013 |
Maintain spray equipment and booth |
MSFFF2014 |
Apply surface coatings by spray gun |
MSFFF3010 |
Match and make up colours |
MSFFF3012 |
Apply plural component coatings |
Group C: General
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBESB401 |
Research and develop business plans |
BSBESB403 |
Plan finances for new business ventures |
BSBESB405 |
Manage compliance for small businesses |
BSBESB407 |
Manage finances for new business ventures |
BSBOPS304 |
Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
MSFFF3011 |
Set up, operate and maintain mechanical coating systems |
MSFFF3013 |
Apply soft rubber techniques |
MSFFF3014 |
Enhance finishes |
MSFFF3015 |
Repair and touch up surfaces |
MSFFF3018 |
Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) coating systems |
MSMENV272 |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
TLID0021 |
Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances |
Qualification Mapping Information
Supersedes and is not equivalent to MSF30113 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0601ab95-583a-4e93-b2d4- cfb27b03ed73