MSF30122

Certificate III in Furniture Finishing

Gain the entry-level skills required to kick start you career in furniture finishing. Complete this course as an apprenticeship so you can work and train at the same time to become a qualified furniture finisher.

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Course overview

Kick start your career in furniture finishing with this entry-level qualification. Complete this course as an apprenticeship so you can work and train at the same time.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as wood trades workers (including furniture finishers) is expected to see stable future growth. Opportunities are available in manufacturing, retail trade and construction with employers looking for workers who are reliable, work well in a team, and have a strong work ethic.

In this course you will learn how to polish timber furniture and other fine timber products including musical instruments. You will gain practical skills and knowledge needed to prepare and finish timber, interpret plans, estimate and cost jobs, and apply graining and decorative finishes.

Delivered in our state-of-the-art furniture making facilities or on the job, this apprenticeship provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a furniture finisher or worker.

What can I do?

Furniture Maker
Furniture Finisher (French Polishing)
Furniture Finishing Worker
Furniture Finisher

Course outcome:

MSF30122 Certificate III in Furniture Finishing

Flexibility

Complete your training at our state-of-the-art furniture making facilities or elect to be trained and assessed by our industry-expert teachers while you're on the job. This ensures maximum convenience to you and minimal disruption to your workplace.

Free apprenticeships for under 25s

The Queensland government is supporting young Queenslanders up to the age of 25 by providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications. Learn more>

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 14 elective units from the list below.

Elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your training plan.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2009

Use furniture finishing hand and power tools

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2009

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use hand and power tools for furniture finishing. Workers with this competency use tools to complete routine tasks.
UNIT NAME
Use furniture finishing hand and power tools

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2010

Dismantle and reassemble furniture for finishing

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2010

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to dismantle and reassemble furniture and fittings for the purposes of performing furniture finishing tasks. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in the furniture finishing industry.
UNIT NAME
Dismantle and reassemble furniture for finishing

UNIT CODE
MSFGN2001

Make measurements and calculations

UNIT CODE :
MSFGN2001

Unit description :

This unit of competency covers taking measurements and making calculations for furnishing tasks undertaken in a variety of sites and locations.
UNIT NAME
Make measurements and calculations

UNIT CODE
MSFGN3005

Read and interpret work documents

UNIT CODE :
MSFGN3005

Unit description :
This unit of competency is applied in industries where workers interpret and apply information from documents such as standards, codes, specifications, instructions, and work plans and procedures.
UNIT NAME
Read and interpret work documents

UNIT CODE
MSFGN3006

Estimate and cost job

UNIT CODE :
MSFGN3006

Unit description :
This unit of competency can be applied in any industry involving the manufacture and/or installation of products or delivery of services. It describes the skills and knowledge required to obtain job information, estimate the net cost of providing products and services, calculate mark-up and tax, calculate the full cost to the customer, and develop a customer quotation.
UNIT NAME
Estimate and cost job

UNIT CODE
MSMSUP102

Communicate in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
MSMSUP102

Unit description :
This unit applies to personnel who are required to communicate clearly and accurately to record messages, seek clarification, access needed information, relay information to other people and complete workplace documentation.
UNIT NAME
Communicate in the workplace

UNIT CODE
MSMSUP106

Work in a team

UNIT CODE :
MSMSUP106

Unit description :
This unit applies to team members who are required to use interpersonal and communication skills to plan, organise and complete their work activities according to instructions and with limited discretionary powers.
UNIT NAME
Work in a team

UNIT CODE
MSMWHS200

Work safely

UNIT CODE :
MSMWHS200

Unit description :
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply workplace policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for self and others. The unit of competency covers identifying work health and safety (WHS) hazards, assessing risk and following safety procedures in the workplace with minimal supervision.
UNIT NAME
Work safely

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2011

Remove surface coatings

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to safely remove surface coatings by hand or by chemical means, in preparation for new surface coatings to be applied.
UNIT NAME
Remove surface coatings

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2012

Prepare surfaces for finishing

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2012

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a range of furniture surfaces for the application of surface coatings by hand or machine. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in the furniture finishing industry
UNIT NAME
Prepare surfaces for finishing

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2013

Maintain spray equipment and booth

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2013

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to strip, clean, restore and service spray equipment and booths.
UNIT NAME
Maintain spray equipment and booth

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2014

Apply surface coatings by spray gun

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2014

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply surface coatings using a handheld spray gun. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in the furniture finishing industry.
UNIT NAME
Apply surface coatings by spray gun

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2015

Apply stains, fillers and bleach

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2015

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply stains, fillers and bleach to solid timber and manufactured board surfaces. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in the furniture finishing industry.
UNIT NAME
Apply stains, fillers and bleach

UNIT CODE
MSFFF2016

Apply surface coatings by hand

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF2016

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply coatings to solid timber, manufactured board and metal surfaces by hand.
UNIT NAME
Apply surface coatings by hand

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3010

Match and make up colours

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3010

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to match and make up colours for surfaces that have previously been coated or polished, or for new work that must match existing work or a specified sample.
UNIT NAME
Match and make up colours

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3012

Apply plural component coatings

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3012

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply plural component coatings, including polyurethane, polyester and acid catalysed coatings, to surfaces including solid timber, manufactured board and metal. Work may be performed individually or in a team.
UNIT NAME
Apply plural component coatings

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3013

Apply soft rubber techniques

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3013

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use soft rubber techniques to apply polish or spirit varnish to solid timber and manufactured board surfaces.
UNIT NAME
Apply soft rubber techniques

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3014

Enhance finishes

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3014

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut and buff and apply materials to coated solid wood, manufactured board and metal surfaces by hand to enhance the finish.
UNIT NAME
Enhance finishes

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3015

Repair and touch up surfaces

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3015

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to repair and touch up damaged solid timber, manufactured board and metal surfaces by hand.
UNIT NAME
Repair and touch up surfaces

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3016

Apply graining and decorative finishes

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3016

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply timber grain imitation and decorative (faux) finishes to solid timber, manufactured board and metal surfaces during finishing tasks.
UNIT NAME
Apply graining and decorative finishes

UNIT CODE
MSFFF3017

Apply traditional French polishing techniques

UNIT CODE :
MSFFF3017

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use traditional French polishing techniques to apply shellac polish to solid timber or veneered manufactured board surfaces by hand.
UNIT NAME
Apply traditional French polishing techniques

UNIT CODE
TLID0021

Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances

UNIT CODE :
TLID0021

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
UNIT NAME
Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Acacia Ridge	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, online or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (MSF30122)

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COURSE CODE: MSF30122

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

To study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.

Find out more on how to become an apprentice or trainee

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

safety glasses
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
long leather gloves to AS2161
hair protection
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing
For 2-pack spraying: Respirator (industry standard) air fed respirator, (Stage 2) disposable overalls, Ansell PVA 15-554 gloves or equivalent

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

Materials list

Training record book
Folding rule or tape measure - 1m folding rule or 5m tape measure
Pen - blue or black
Pencils - HB, 2H and 4H
Eraser

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Flexibility

Free apprenticeships for under 25s

Core units

Elective units

Download Brochure

Ask a question

Certificate III in Furniture Finishing

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate III in Upholstery

Careers

Certificate III in Manufacturing Technology

Careers

Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

Careers