Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

MSF30322

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

Develop trade skills in woodworking, design and kitchen and bathroom construction while earning a wage through an apprenticeship.

Workers with this qualification have tradesperson-level skills in the manufacture and/or installation of products, including furniture and cabinetry, made from timber and other materials.

They have core skills in tool use, measuring, drawing (including computer-aided design), interpreting work documentation, preparing cutting lists, communication, teamwork, and safe and environmentally sustainable work practices. They may have specialised skills in wood machining, cabinet and furniture making, kitchen and bathroom construction and installation, marine cabinetry, coopering or drafting.

Work is in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader activities involving established routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures. Individuals collaborate with others to achieve quality outcomes and take responsibility for their own work. They may have some limited responsibility for the work of others.

Kitchen and bathroom installers must be licensed in some states, and induction training is required for those working on construction sites.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (apprenticeship)
      • Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s
      • Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    These apprenticeships are available:

    • Cabinet Making
    • Wood Machining
    • Furniture Making
    • Kitchen and Bathroom Making
    • Marine Cabinetry
    • Coopering
    • Drafting

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through apprenticeship:
      4 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Communicate in the workplace Core
Make measurements and calculations Core
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Core
Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation Core
Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings Core
Read and interpret work documents Core
Use furniture making hand and power tools Core
Work in a team Core
Apply and improve standardised work practices Elective
Apply and trim decorative additions to shopfittings and components Elective
Apply competitive systems and practices Elective
Apply graining and decorative finishes Elective
Apply plural component coatings Elective
Apply sheet laminates by hand Elective
Apply surface coatings by spray gun Elective
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Elective
Assemble furnishing products Elective
Collect and interpret information to support production processes Elective
Construct and install bulkheads Elective
Construct furniture using leg and rail method Elective
Coordinate onsite installation of cabinetry Elective
Deliver and monitor a service to customers Elective
Design, construct and test jigs Elective
Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation Elective
Estimate and cost job Elective
Fabricate cabinetry Elective
Fabricate synthetic solid surface products Elective
Fix wet area sheets Elective
Hand make timber joints Elective
Install cabinetry Elective
Install lay flat vinyl floor coverings Elective
Install suspended ceilings Elective
Join solid timber Elective
Maintain and repair barrels Elective
Maintain spray equipment and booth Elective
Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames Elective
Match and make up colours Elective
Match furnishing style and materials to customer requirements Elective
Operate basic static machines safely Elective
Organise on-site work Elective
Plan kitchen and bathroom projects Elective
Prepare and apply decorative surfaces for furnishing products Elective
Prepare for cabinetry installation Elective
Prepare surfaces for finishing Elective
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry Elective
Produce and maintain cutting tools Elective
Produce angled and curved components using manufactured board Elective
Produce angled and curved components using solid timber Elective
Produce barrels using fired processes Elective
Produce barrels using non-fired processes Elective
Produce computer-aided drawings Elective
Produce computer-aided line and component production drawings Elective
Produce manual and computer-aided drawings from design concepts Elective
Research and organise product inspection and testing Elective
Select and apply adhesives in automotive and marine service and repair work Elective
Select and apply hardware Elective
Select timbers for furniture production Elective
Set up, operate and maintain automated edge banding machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining and processing centres Elective
Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) sizing machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain drilling machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain joining machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain multi-head planing and moulding machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain planing and finishing machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain routing and shaping machines Elective
Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines Elective
Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances Elective
Use coopering sector hand and power tools Elective
Use furniture finishing hand and power tools Elective
Use structured problem-solving tools Elective
Work in accordance with an issued permit Elective
Work safely Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Carpenter and Joiner

    ANZSCO 331211

    Carpenters and Joiners construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials, and cut, shape and fit timber parts to form structures and fittings.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Carpenter

    ANZSCO 331212

    Work with wood and other materials to repair or install foundations, walls, roofs, windows and doors in buildings.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Joiner

    ANZSCO 331213

    Joiners cut, shape and fit timber parts in workshops to form structures and fittings, ready for installation.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Cabinetmaker

    ANZSCO 394111

    Fabricate and repair wooden furniture; assemble prepared wooden parts to make furniture and cabinetry.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Wood Machinist

    ANZSCO 394213

    Wood Machinists cut, plane, turn, shape and sand wood stock to specifications.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Other Wood Machinist and Wood Trades Worker

    ANZSCO 394299

    Other Wood Machinists and Wood Trades Workers includes jobs like Cane Furniture Maker, Cooper, and Wood Model Maker.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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