Institute of Business and Management (IBM VIC)

Course Information

Delivery Location

The course will be delivered at:

Fees Information

Course Duration

Course Overview

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.

Qualification Pathways

Once students have successfully completed MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology, they can apply for various roles across furniture and cabinet making jobs. The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

  • MSF40222 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Manufacturing,
  • MSF50322 Diploma of Furniture Design and Manufacturing, or
  • Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the MSF Training Package.

Course Structure

This qualification includes 25 units of competency:
  • 8 core units
  • 17 elective units
TypeCourse CodeCourse Title
CoreMSFFM2013Use furniture making hand and power tools
CoreMSFFM3030Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings
CoreMSFFM3031Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation
CoreMSFGN2001Make measurements and calculations
CoreMSFGN3005Read and interpret work documents
CoreMSMENV272Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
CoreMSMSUP102Communicate in the workplace
CoreMSMSUP106Work in a team
ElectiveMSFFF2012Prepare surfaces for finishing
ElectiveMSFFM2016Join solid timber
ElectiveMSFFM2017Hand makes timber joints
ElectiveMSFFM3028Prepare and apply decorative surfaces for furnishing products
ElectiveMSFFM3029Select timbers for furniture production
ElectiveMSFFM2018Operate basic static machines safely
Elective MSFFM3041Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation
Elective MSFFM3042Fabricate cabinetry
Elective MSFFM3043Install cabinetry
Elective MSFKB2003Prepare for cabinetry installation
Elective MSFKB3012Plan kitchen and bathroom projects
Elective MSFFF3010Match and make up colours
Elective MSFFM2019Assemble furnishing products
Elective MSFGN3006Estimate and cost job
Elective MSFFF2014Apply surface coatings by spray gun
Elective MSMWHS200Work safely
Elective CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Course Entry Requirement

Age Requirements: All international students must be 18 years of age at the time of commencement.

Academic Requirements: Students must have satisfactorily completed in applicant’s home country equivalent to Australian Year 11/12 qualification.

English Language Requirements:
International Students applying for this qualification must have a minimum English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or an equivalent exam result recognised by the Department of Home Affairs.

Other equivalent English language proficiency levels are deemed one of the following:

English language test providersMinimum test ScoreMinimum test score with either 10 weeks of ELICOS, Foundation Standard program or Pathway programMinimum test score with either 20 weeks ELICOS or Foundation Extended program
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)6.05.55.0
TOEFL internet-based test (only accepted if test is taken on or before 25 July 2023) 644635
Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English) 169162154
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)504236

OR
Any other form that satisfies the Institution during their pre-enrolment interview.

Other Requirements

Pre-Training Review

All international students will take the PTR to determine the suitability for the course and their individual needs.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment Test

Prior to enrolment, students must complete an LLN assessment to evaluate their ability to complete the course and identify any need for LLN support during the study period.

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be physically able to perform manual handling tasks required during training. This course involves handling power tools and heavy timber. The Institute of Business and Management (Victoria) will identify any barriers during the pre-training review and provide appropriate support and reasonable adjustments where possible.

Hardware/Software Requirements

The Institute of Business and Management (Victoria) will provide access to computers and laptops during classroom hours. However, students must have access to a personal laptop or computer with a Windows or macOS operating system for assessments, tasks, and self-study at their own cost.

Student Support

Student needs are declared at the time of enrolment via the application form, which allows applicants to disclose any learning disabilities. Each student is interviewed either face-to-face or by phone to determine their skills, knowledge levels, current employment, and how these relate to the course content and learning outcomes.

LLN

Identify the Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs of the students:
LLN test is available at https:/ibmvic.quiz.lln.training/?quizld=acsf4. IBM (VIC) Training and Assessment is committed to supporting all our students in successfully completing their selected course of study. National research consistently indicates that many students will require some level of LLN support.

As such, we recognise that we have a responsibility to understand each student’s unique LLN needs. Our desire is to identify any LLN needs that students may have as a student and to assist them in reducing the impact this may have on their studies with IBM (VIC).

Therefore, student is compulsory undertake LLN Test, which is to ensure that we confirm the learning needs of our participants prior to commencement of the training.

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

All international students must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their stay in Australia.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.

IBM (VIC) has a process that has been structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants and provides a supportive approach to students wishing to take up this option. You should ideally apply for RPL at the time of enrolment, but you may also apply up to 2 weeks into your course. During the entry process and interview stage IBM (VIC) will discuss with you the process and options for RPL. Suitability is often determined on how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, you will be provided with a kit that will guide you in working through each unit to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence.

A trainer/assessor will be available to assist you throughout this process.

*Please refer to your Student Prospectus for more information on RPL. As an international student you should note that where you are granted RPL this will reduce your course duration, and you will be informed of this in writing.

Credit Transfer (CT)

IBM (VIC) can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisations. We can also grant you Credit for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course, and the subject or unit you have completed.

There is no charge to apply for Credit.

To apply, fill in the Credit Application Form and submit it as part of your enrolment.

*Please refer to your Student Prospectus for more information on Course Credit. As an international student you should note that where you are granted credit this will reduce your course duration and you will be informed of this in writing.

Student Support

Student needs are declared by the applicant at the time of enrolment: the application form and PTR form allows the applicant to self-declare where they have learning disabilities.

Every student is interviewed either face-to-face or over the telephone to attempt to establish the applicant skill and knowledge levels, their current employment and how that relates to the course content and interaction.

Where language, literacy and numeracy are in question Institute of Business and Management (Victoria) has a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment they may undertake to confirm their level of language, literacy and numeracy skills.

Fees Information

Fees and Charges

  • Further fee and charges information can be found in the student handbook or from the IBM (Victoria) administration office.
  • Tuition fees and other compulsory costs (e.g., equipment, uniforms) may change annually, but students continuing in their current qualification will not face fee increases.
  • Material fees include, but are not limited to:
    • Books
    • Tutorials
    • Course documents
Assessment Method

Assessment methods used for this qualification will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes including:

  • Written Questions and Answers.
  • Projects.
  • Case Studies.
  • Observations.

At the beginning of each unit, trainers will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.

Intake

Multiple intakes available.

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