Learn the basics of furniture making whilst constructing a small side table.
What will I Learn?
You will learn basic practical skills and knowledge of furniture making including:
Understand typical hand & selected powered tools – what they are & what they are used for.
Learn to sharpen a chisel.
How to create a mortise & tenon joint.
How to use basic static wood working machines.
Create a small solid timber side table.
Learn how to apply furniture polish / oils.
Information Session
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
Builders type 1 metre plastic folding ruler or tape measure
Pencil
Please wear enclosed shoes, no thongs or sandles.
Units offered
Assessment
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
Tuition fees - charged as an hourly rate that varies from course to course. A large portion of the tuition is subsidised by the Victorian Government for eligible students.
Resource and/or materials costs - covers the cost of materials and other incidentals. This fee will vary according to the course being undertaken.
Booklist items - such as textbooks, equipment and stationery recommended for your course
Tuition fees
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
Government Subsidised Fee - you could be eligible for a government-subsidised rate under the Skills First funding depending on your age, educational history, and citizenship or residency status. If you are eligible, the government will contribute to the cost of your training. Find out more about subsidised training
Government Subsidised Concession Fee - If you are eligible for a Skills First government-subsidised place and hold a current healthcare or pension card, that you can provide at enrolment, you may be eligible for the concession rate. Note, the concession rate is not applicable to Diploma level courses. Find out more about concession rates
If the course is a Free TAFE course or part of the Free TAFE Pathways Program - Eligible students will not pay course tuition fees for the duration of their enrolment in this course, however, there may be some consumable/material fees for the course (find out more below). Any resource or material costs, or booklist items for this course are listed in the table below. Find out more about Free TAFE Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Programs
Full fee - If you are not eligible for a Skills First government-subsidised place, exemption, concession or are enrolling in a course that isn't government-subsidised, you may be required to pay the full fee rate.
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
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Course Fees
$385.00
No concession or government funding applies
Resource and/or materials costs
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
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Additional course fees
Indicative Course Fee
Course consumable/materials (approximate)
$0.00
How do I pay my fees?
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
LLN Assessment – Complete an LLN assessment if required.
Chat to our team – Discuss your course and study plan with a teacher or specialist.
Enrol – Accept your offer and confirm your details.
Pay – Receive your invoice and arrange payment.
Need help? Contact us or visit your nearest campus.
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Student Support
As a SWTAFE student, you can access a variety of support services that will enhance your study experience and help you complete your studies successfully. For more information about any of these services, visit our student page.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
