Polytechnic Victoria
Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
Delivery mode
Polytechnic Victoria offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 147 Islington St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
- Completed Year 11 (Australian) or equivalent.
- Overseas students must meet Student Visa requirements and provide evidence of English language proficiency with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent, or complete a minimum of 6 weeks of upper-intermediate level ELICOS at an approved ELT centre.
- Prospective students seeking enrolment at Polytechnic Victoria must successfully complete an LLN assessment at the required ACSF level for their desired qualification. This assessment provides Polytechnic Victoria with insight into the student’s capabilities and helps identify support needs or determine whether they possess sufficient LLN skills to pursue the qualification.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology will prepare you for the following roles.
Apprentice Cabinet Maker
An Apprentice Cabinet Maker builds and installs products such as kitchen and bathroom cabinets. You’ll work with clients to design pieces and work...
Apprentice Furniture Maker
An Apprentice Furniture Maker builds a range of furniture pieces for clients. You’ll use materials including timber and synthetic products and also...
Wood Machinist
A Wood Machinist creates individual timber pieces for specific purposes. You might build timber furniture frames or create wooden pieces designed f...
About Polytechnic Victoria
Welcome to Polytechnic Victoria, a private registered training organization (RTO), located in Melbourne City (Victoria) Australia. We are an Australian Institution educating and training Australian and International Students.
At Polytechnic Victoria we are focused on the fostering the culture of quality education and training for our students. We take pride in providing both our local and international students with skills and knowledge that make them job ready. The students learning experience is paramount for our operations and ensure that every transaction at polytechnic Victoria reflects our vision.
The team at polytechnic Victoria are talented and dedicated to provide our students with the best learning experience and are aligned to the strategic direction that place us on the pathway to establish ourselves as a formidable vocational education provider in Australia.
Our students learn and train on the state-of-the-art equipment and our flexible learning spaces and simulated workshops are second to none in providing the students the industry currency that is needed to be industry ready. Our student support services are extensive and we go that extra mile to ensure our students receive all support from pre-enrolment to qualification issuance.
