OverviewAbout this course
Gain the specialist skills to manufacture and assist in installing free-standing furniture or built-in cabinets. Gain credits to apply to a cabinet making apprenticeship or graduate ready to assist cabinet makers on various job sites.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Create simple scale drawings by hand
Use basic power tools, hand tools and spray guns
Examine drawings, work orders and sample parts to determine specifications
Work with timber, veneers, particle board and synthetic wood
Mark out, cut and shape timber products
Make timber frames
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate II level
Specialist skills to manufacture free-standing furniture or built-in cabinets
A pathway to studying as an apprentice with the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology
Assistant level job pathways
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Some courses require evidence of previous experience of study before you can enrol.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A genuine interest in cabinet making
Sound maths skills to make basic calculations and measurements
The ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to build your communication and teamwork skills
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.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: assistant cabinet maker and assistant installer of built-in cabinets.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study3 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
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.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 units of competency, including 7 core and 5 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.
Make measurements and calculationsMSFGN2001
Produce simple scale drawings by handMSFGN2004
Communicate in the workplaceMSMSUP102
Use furniture making hand and power toolsMSFFM2013
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