Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required where the design of furniture and the application of the design into a finished furniture product is the central focus. This qualification is streamed to reflect two primary occupational outcomes in the areas of

fine furniture making - with a focus on skills required to design and produce individual fine furniture for display or custom production and furniture design - with a focus on skills required to design furniture for volume production.

Job roles/employment outcomes

The LMF50508 Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology reflects vocational outcomes for those performing design of furniture and has two streams that should be selected on the basis of required occupational outcome.

Stream 1: Fine Furniture Making - units for this stream are included in Groups A and C

Stream 2: Furniture Design - units for this stream are included in Groups A and D

The selection of units for each of each stream is determined by the packaging rules below.

Work involves self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others.

This qualification is typically used to develop a breadth, depth and complexity of skills and knowledge covering furnishing design and technology plus initiation of alternative approaches to skills or knowledge application across a broad range of technical and/or management requirements, evaluation and co-ordination. Work would involve participation in development of strategic initiatives, as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others. It may include participation in teams, including teams concerned with planning and evaluation functions and could involve group or team coordination.

Pathways into the qualification

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit can be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed the LMF40508 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Technology or achieved equivalent industry experience.

Pathways from the qualification

Further training pathways from this qualification may include LMF60308 Advanced Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology and relevant management or competitive manufacturing qualifications.

Licensing considerations

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification. Local regulations should be checked for details.


Subjects

Packaging Rules

To be awarded the LMF50508 Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology, competency must be achieved in twenty-six (26) units of competency.

eight (8) core units of competency

eighteen (18) elective units of competency.

Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been listed, and must be considered in the total number of units.

CORE UNITS

Complete all eight (8) units from this list.

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic BSBDES401A

Generate design solutions

add topic LMFFDT4007A

Establish design brief

add topic LMFFDT4012A

Produce ideation drawings

add topic LMFFDT4014A

Research and select furniture materials and technology

add topic LMFFDT4015A

Research furniture styles and movements

add topic LMFFDT5004A

Develop self as a furniture designer

add topic LMFFDT5013A

Evaluate furniture design proposals and concepts

add topic MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS

Select eighteen (18) units from Groups A, B, C and D as specified below.

Group A

Select one (1) unit from Group A

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

Stream 1: Fine Furniture Making

add topic LMFFDT4006A

Establish and maintain a safe furniture making work environment

Stream 2: Furniture Design

add topic LMFFDT4008A

Determine occupational health and safety implications of designs

Group B

Select a minimum of four (4) units from Group B, including at least two (2) units coded LMF*******

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic BSBDES502A

Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief

add topic BSBMKG501B

Evaluate marketing opportunities

add topic CUFANM303A

Create digital 3D models

add topic LMFDN5001B

Generate and transfer complex computer-aided drawings and specifications

add topic LMFDN5006A

Manage furniture design

add topic LMFFDT5001A

Apply ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemic considerations to a product

add topic LMFFDT5002A

Apply resources sustainably

add topic LMFFDT5003A

Assess and resolve technical integrity of a design

add topic LMFFDT5005A

Construct custom furniture using advanced techniques

add topic LMFFDT5007A

Design a batch or limited production item of furniture

add topic LMFFDT5008A

Design a furniture product using high volume technology services (HVTS) in production

add topic LMFFDT5009A

Design a one-off item of furniture

add topic LMFFDT5010A

Research and recommend alternative manufacturing processes

add topic LMFFDT5011A

Research and recommend machine technology

add topic LMFFT5001B

Evaluate and select production materials and equipment for furniture production

add topic LMFFT5004B

Develop and document procedures and specifications

add topic LMFFT5011B

Develop, trial and evaluate prototypes

add topic LMFFT5012B

Determine production feasibility of designs

add topic MSACMT230A

Apply cost factors to work practices

add topic MSACMT450A

Undertake process capability improvements

add topic MSACMT452A

add topic MSACMT452A

Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing

add topic MSACMT631A

Undertake value analysis of product costs in terms of customer requirements

add topic MSACMT230A

Group C

Select a minimum of eight (8) units from Group C OR Group D. A minimum of five (5) units in each group must be units coded LMF*****

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

Stream 1: Fine Furniture Making

add topic BSBDES301A

Explore the use of colour

add topic BSBPMG510A

Manage projects

add topic BSBSMB403A

Market the small business

add topic BSBSMB404A

Undertake small business planning

add topic CUFDIG303A

Produce and prepare photo images

add topic CUVCOR09B

Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept

add topic CUVCRS03B

Produce computer-aided drawings

add topic CUVCRS04B

Produce technical drawings

add topic LMFFDT4001A

Apply finishing techniques to custom furniture

add topic LMFFDT4002A

Assemble custom furniture

add topic LMFFDT4005A

Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples

add topic LMFFDT4009A

Prepare and present furniture design information

add topic LMFFDT4010A

Produce and evaluate developmental furniture models to scale

add topic LMFFDT4011A

Set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines

add topic LMFFDT4015A

Research furniture styles and movements

add topic LMFFDT4016A

Select, use and maintain hand tools for the creation of custom furniture

add topic LMFFDT4017A

Set up and operate a wood turning lathe to produce off-centre work

add topic LMFFDT4018A

Produce templates and jigs for custom made furniture

add topic LMFFM4005A

Hand carve wood to custom design

add topic LMFFM4006A

Construct joints for custom furniture

add topic LMFFM4007A

Produce curved and shaped components for custom furniture

add topic LMFFM4008A

Produce timber veneered components for custom furniture

add topic LMFFT4010B

Identify and calculate production costs

add topic LMFFT4011A

Purchase materials and consumables for furniture production

Group D

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

Stream 2: Furniture design

add topic BSBCRT401A

Articulate, present and debate ideas

add topic BSBCRT402A

Collaborate in a creative process

add topic BSBCRT403A

Explore the history and social impact of creativity

add topic BSBCRT501A

Originate and develop concepts

add topic BSBDES301A

Explore the use of colour

add topic BSBDES303A

Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

add topic BSBDES305A

Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

add topic BSBDES403A

Develop and extend design skills and practice

add topic BSBPMG510A

Manage projects

add topic BSBSMB403A

Market the small business

add topic BSBSMB404A

Undertake small business planning

add topic BSBSMB407A

Manage a small team

add topic CUFDIG303A

Produce and prepare photo images

add topic CUFDIG304A

Create visual design components

add topic CUVCOR09B

Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept

add topic CUVCRS03B

Produce computer-aided drawings

add topic CUVCRS04B

Produce technical drawings

add topic LMFFDT4003A

Assess and record the lifecycle of a product

add topic LMFFDT4004A

Assess environmental impact of a design

add topic LMFFDT4005A

Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples

add topic LMFFDT4009A

Prepare and present furniture design information

add topic LMFFDT4013A

Research and select furniture finishes

add topic LMFFT4010B

Identify and calculate production costs

add topic MEM15001B

Perform basic statistical quality control

add topic MEM16006A

Organise and communicate information

add topic MEM16007A

Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment

add topic MEM16008A

Interact with computing technology

add topic MEM16013A

Operate in a self directed team

add topic MEM16007A

add topic MEM30001A

Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings

add topic MEM16006A

add topic MEM16008A

add topic MEM30004A

Use CAD to create and display 3D models

add topic MEM16008A

add topic MEM30001A

add topic MEM30024A

Participate in quality assurance techniques

add topic MEM15001B

add topic MSACMT230A

Apply cost factors to work practices

add topic MSACMT430A

Improve cost factors in work practices

add topic MSAENV472B

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

Group E

Up to five (5) relevant units can be chosen from other units not already selected from Groups B, C and D, or units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. Those units must be aligned at Certificate IV level (maximum 2 units), Diploma level or Advanced Diploma level (maximum 2 units).

Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses via Group E must be relevant to the qualification outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.

If Competitive Manufacturing units are chosen (identified as MSACM in the code), these should only be selected on the basis of work requirements.


Pathways...

    Not applicable.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

communicate effectively and efficiently with colleagues, suppliers, clients and others involved in the design project, using a variety of communication methods

interpret design briefs

interpret technical and conceptual information

conduct research to inform project outcomes

communicate and sell design ideas and concepts using a variety of presentation methods

produce detailed technical drawings to industry standard

complete documentation relating to the project

undertake measurements and calculations and document in specification schedule

interpret client needs and documentation such as client briefs, quotations, fee schedules, proposal documents, product finishes, schedules and drawings

discuss design ideas

Teamwork

collaborate on design concepts and ideas with others

demonstrate and encourage others in working cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion

undertake appropriate and effective communication with others in the design or manufacturing process

provide constructive and meaningful feedback on design work to colleagues

provide practical support to team members

work within a multi-disciplined project team

Problem-solving

interpret and resolve design ideas

analyse and apply research findings into design solutions

recognise and address quality issues and problems relating to designs

solve problems in relation to the realisation of outcomes that are environmentally, economically and socially sustainable

use expertise to provide problem solving advice

identify and address unexpected problems, hazards, time delays and structural implications as they arise

evaluate design solutions for best fit

Initiative and enterprise

anticipate and address problems, hazards, time delays and structural implications

initiate design direction and options

provide leadership in design and manage changes to brief or solution

identify and address non-conformances

identify effective ways to achieve outcomes

rectify problems promptly and appropriately

develop original design concepts

Planning and organising

prepare business correspondence, purchase orders and invoices in a timely manner

collect, analyse and organise client information

prepare project proposals with all information to enable clients to make efficient and informed choices

arrange and oversee trades people in the undertaking of work according to project requirements

plan work requirements for self and others as required

monitor quality outcomes

Self-management

evaluate and monitor work outcomes against work schedule and quality standards

manage own time and work load priorities effectively

monitor information in work area

keep the work area clean and tidy at all times

locate, interpret and apply relevant information

take responsibility for project work

Learning

conduct ongoing professional research in design and technology knowledge

maintain professional skills and industry contacts

manage own learning and professional development activities

accept and respond to feedback, and use feedback as an opportunity to improve professional knowledge and skills

identify shortfalls in knowledge and undertake research or training to fill gaps

assess competencies in meeting job requirements

ask questions to expand own knowledge

experiment with design ideas and review outcomes

Technology

observe OHS principles when using technology

research technological developments relevant to design and technology work

use computers and appropriate software to develop design solutions

use technology to organise and maintain client and business data

work with technology safely and according to workplace standards