Carve out your dream career as a tech-savvy wood machinist. Learn to use computer numerical control (CNC) technology and craft beautiful timber furniture for a range of industries.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Use computer aided drawing (CAD) and computer aided machining (CAM)
Operate computer numerical control (CNC) technology
Work with timber, veneers, particle boards and synthetic woods
Mark out, cut and shape timber products
Fit hinges, locks, catches, drawers and shelves
Produce machine tooling such as cutters and knives
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited qualification at certificate III level
The skills to work from detailed drawings and specifications to make furniture
Experience using machinery to make a range of quality products such as window frames, stepladders, coffee tables, magazine racks and mouldings
Strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Be employed as an apprentice in the industry
Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application
Non-apprenticeship pathways for trade-related qualifications allow you to have your industry skills assessed through recognition of prior learning (RPL) and undertake gap training to gain a trade qualification. To take this course as a non-apprenticeship, you must:
Be at least 21 years of age, as evidenced by photo identification
Have at least 2 years of work experience in this occupation or trade, as evidenced by employee records such as your resume and/or letters from your employers
Be currently employed in the relevant industry, as evidenced by a letter from your employer
This course may be offered as a non-apprenticeship. Check your preferred campus page for more information.
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A genuine interest in woodworking and machinery
Some experience handling tools and equipment
An intermediate level of fitness to manage the physical demands of the role
Good computer and tech skills
Basic maths and communication skills
The ability to work as part of a team
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Our graduates go onto roles like: woodmachinist in the furniture, forestry, kitchens and bathroom, flat panel and windows and joinery industries.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Wood Machining) does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Wood Machining) does not have any related courses.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Wood Machining) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 25 units of competency, including 8 core and 17 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
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