Welcome to Auswide College
Welcome to Auswide College
| Course Details | |
|---|---|
| Provider Name | Auswide College |
| RTO Code | 45893 |
| CRICOS Code | 04045K |
| CRICOS Course Code | 121025G |
| Location |
Classroom: Level 3, 1-3 Fitzwilliam Street, Parramatta NSW 2150.
Practical classes will be delivered at authorised Auswide College Workshops. Workshop: Unit 26, 128 Station Road, Seven Hills NSW 2147 |
| Delivery mode | This program is delivered in the classroom and in a workshop and through scheduled and supervised online sessions. |
| Duration | 52 weeks, including 40 study weeks and 12 weeks of holidays. |
| Study load | 14 hours a week in the classroom and 6 hours of structured self-study. |
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.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:https://training.gov.au/training/details/MSF30322/qualdetails
In addition, all students who are undertaking this qualification must have the following resources while in class.
This course is targeted at international students who are:
Completing this course may provide you with employment or learning opportunities. Potential employment options are in a range of cabinet and furniture making roles. Further education pathways may include a range of Certificate IV qualifications from the MSF Furnishing Training Package such as the Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Manufacturing.
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
| Code | Title | Core or Elective |
|---|---|---|
| MSFFM2013 | Use furniture making hand and power tools | Core |
| MSFFM3030 | Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings | Core |
| MSFFM3031 | Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation | Core |
| MSFGN2001 | Make measurements and calculations | Core |
| MSFGN3005 | Read and interpret work documents | Core |
| MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace | Core |
| MSMSUP106 | Work in a team | Core |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core |
| MSFFF2012 | Prepare surfaces for finishing | Elective Group A |
| MSFFM2016 | Join solid timber | Elective Group A |
| MSFFM2017 | Hand make timber joints | Elective Group A |
| MSFFM3028 | Prepare and apply decorative surfaces for furnishing products | Elective Group A |
| MSFFM3029 | Select timbers for furniture production | Elective Group A |
| MSFFM3041 | Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation | Elective Group B |
| MSFFM3042 | Fabricate cabinetry | Elective Group B |
| MSFFM3043 | Install cabinetry | Elective Group B |
| MSFKB2003 | Prepare for cabinetry installation | Elective Group B |
| MSFKB3012 | Plan kitchen and bathroom projects | Elective Group B |
| BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | Elective Group G |
| MSFFF3016 | Apply graining and decorative finishes | Elective Group G |
| MSFFM2014 | Select and apply hardware | Elective Group G |
| MSFFM2019 | Assemble furnishing products | Elective Group G |
| MSFFF2009 | Use furniture finishing hand and power tools | Elective Group G |
| MSFGN3006 | Estimate and cost job | Elective Group G |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Elective Group H |
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based setting, as well as through structured self-study. Practical training will take place at the Workshop.
The timetable for this course will be advised in your Offer Letter and Student Agreement.
You are required to attend classes for 14 hours, as well as complete 6 hours of structured self-study per week for 40 study weeks (4 terms of 10 weeks each). Holiday breaks are as indicated in your timetable.
Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real-life workplace.
In addition to classroom-based learning and structured self-study, you will also need to complete approximately 5 hours of additional, unsupervised study per week, including general reading and research for assessments.
You will also need to complete assessments for this course which will include:
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Your theory classes will be conducted in modern classrooms and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study.
Satisfactory course progress and attendance is very important in order to meet visa requirements. Please read the International Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.
We offer the following in relation to support and welfare.
You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy.
We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may prepare a Student Support Plan for you based on those needs.
You are required to bring your own laptop with Office 365 (or similar program) to all classes. These costs are not included in your course fees. Specifications for laptops and associated costs are included below.
You will also need to purchase a textbook and we have also included details.
| Requirement | Minimum Requirements |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel® or AMD processor with 64-bit support; 2 GHz or faster processor |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows 10 |
| RAM | 10 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hard disk space | 3.1 GB or more of available hard-disk space |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 × 768 display (1280 × 800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended. |
| Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
| Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services. |
| Requirement | Minimum Requirements |
|---|---|
| Processor | Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support |
| Operating system | MacOS version 10.12 (Sierra), macOS version 10.13 (High Sierra), or macOS version 10.14 (Mojave). |
| RAM | 2 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hard disk space | 4 GB or more of available hard-disk space for 64-bit installation; additional free space required during installation. |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 × 768 display (1280 × 800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended. |
| Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
| Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services. |
| Name of Software | Associated Costs | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Office 365 | For Price Refer to Microsoft website |
https://www.microsoft.com/en-au/microsoft-365/buy/compare-all-microsoft-365-products |
| Laptop details | Associated costs | |
| Any laptop that meets the specifications above | $450 (approximate only) | Various |
You can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook, which is available at www.auswidecollege.edu.au.
If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.
For any questions about course credit, contact us at the details shown below.
AUSWIDE College has the following entry requirements:
International students must:
English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0.
The costs for this course are as follows:
| Fee Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Course fees |
Tuition fees: AUD $14,400 Enrolment fee: AUD $400 Material fee: AUD $2,500 (Please contact us for promotional fees and scholarship offers) |
| Non-tuition fees |
May apply and can be found in our International Student Handbook on our website at www.auswidecollege.edu.au |
Course fees do not include laptops or software or textbooks – see information above.
A detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You must pay all of your course fees and on time. Non-payment of fees may result in cancellation of enrolment.
You are also required to take out Overseas Health Insurance Cover before arriving in Australia. AUSWIDE College provides details of OSHC providers in the International Student Handbook. You can approach any of these providers to find out costs and organise your cover.
Additional costs associated with living in Australia are outlined in the International Student Handbook. You should carefully review these costs in relation to budgeting. Further information can be found at https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/en/life-in-australia/living-and-education-costs.
To apply for this course, you are required to complete an enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including copies of your:
If your application is successful, we will send you an Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You should make sure you read through this document carefully to make sure you are happy with all of the terms and conditions. If you are, then simply sign the document and send it back to us.
Once we receive this, we will issue you with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter and an invoice for the first payment.
The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, living in Australia, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.
This course outline should be read in conjunction with the AUSWIDE College International Student Handbook. This can be found online at: www.auswidecollege.edu.au
At AUSWIDE College, you’re not just enrolling in a course — you’re joining a community that believes in your success.
We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land, the Dharug and Burramattagal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work. We recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of Aboriginal people and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.
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