Diploma of Furniture Design and Manufacturing

MSF50322

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

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in paraprofessional design and manufacturing roles in furniture or similar organisations using a combination of technical, creative, practical, research and project management skills in small-scale design projects. At this level these individuals are able to work collaboratively to establish and refine the design brief and to develop and implement design solutions for application in a commercial context. They use detailed knowledge of the design process, current technologies, materials capability and production processes. Depending on the context, an individual may also use other product-specific technical production skills.

There are no specific licenses 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.

  • Financial help

  • 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.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • 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.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

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

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

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
Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief Core
Evaluate design proposals and concepts Core
Generate and transfer complex computer-aided drawings and specifications Core
Implement design solutions Core
Originate and develop concepts Core
Research, test and apply materials and technologies for design projects Core
Work collaboratively on design projects Core
Apply legal principles in intellectual property law matters Elective
Apply statistics to operational processes Elective
Build and maintain business relationships Elective
Collect and interpret information to support production processes Elective
Construct custom furniture using advanced techniques Elective
Coordinate and optimise workplace maintenance programs Elective
Create 3D digital models Elective
Design a process layout Elective
Design product suitable for batched or limited production Elective
Design product suitable for high-volume technology services in production Elective
Design product suitable for mass production Elective
Design sustainable product or process Elective
Design, construct and test jigs Elective
Develop and document technical workplace information Elective
Develop and extend design skills and practice Elective
Develop strategies for more sustainable use of resources Elective
Develop sustainability of own professional practice Elective
Develop, trial and evaluate prototypes Elective
Engage in the business of creative practice Elective
Establish and maintain safe creative practice Elective
Establish innovative work environments Elective
Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures Elective
Facilitate the development of a new product Elective
Identify and calculate production costs Elective
Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities Elective
Investigate ergonomic, anthropometric and proxemic considerations for design Elective
Investigate technologies for the creation of digital art Elective
Lead and manage effective workplace relationships Elective
Make moulds and casts Elective
Make scale models Elective
Manage design realisation Elective
Manage personal and professional development Elective
Plan production Elective
Prepare and present design and manufacturing information Elective
Present a body of own creative work Elective
Produce computer-aided line and component production drawings Elective
Refine 3-D design ideas and processes Elective
Refine model making skills Elective
Research and meet ethical and compliance requirements Elective
Research and organise product inspection and testing Elective
Research furniture styles and movements Elective
Undertake project work Elective

Training providers delivering Diploma of Furniture Design and Manufacturing

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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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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