MSF30919

Certificate III in Blinds, Awnings, Security Screens and Grilles

Overview

General:

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to estimate, fabricate, assemble and install blinds, awnings, shade sails, shutters, and screens and grilles using a range of materials, fixtures and fittings.

Work is usually performed in a defined range of skilled operations, where a range of methods, tools, materials and information are used to complete routine activities. Discretion and judgement are required in selecting equipment, services and contingency measures and resolving mostly predictable problems within known time constraints.

Licensing applies in some jurisdictions for the installation of blinds, awnings, shade sails, shutters, security screens and grilles. Local regulations should be checked for details.

Target groups:

  • Existing experienced worker in the sector with existing skills and knowledge seeking a formal qualification.
  • Existing experienced worker in the sector wishing to gain further knowledge and a qualification.
  • Existing experienced worker in the sector wishing to advance career prospects.
  • New employees to the industry.

Entry requirements: Prospective students are required to complete a Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment, Pre-Training Interview administered by and to the satisfaction of ITHEA and be at least 18 years of age.

FOR VICTORIA: 

This course is only available under an Apprenticeship so they must be employed in the industry.

FOR QUEENSLAND: 

USER CHOICE: This course is available under a Traineeship to existing workers in the industry.

An existing worker is a person who:

1. Has worked in a full-time capacity with the same employer or group training organisation for a period of more than three (3) months continuous service immediately prior to the date of commencement of the traineeship or amendment to the training contract.

2. Has worked in a part-time capacity with the same employer or group training organisation for a period of more than 12 months continuous service immediately prior to the date of commencement of the traineeship or amendment to the training contract. Four (4) months part-time employment equates to one (1) month full-time employment.

3. Has worked in a casual capacity with the same employer or group training organisation for a period of more than 12 months continuous service immediately prior to the date of commencement of the traineeship.

CERT 3 GUARANTEE: This course supports existing workers in the industry to complete their first post-school certificate III level qualification. These students will not be undertaking the qualification as a traineeship.

Vocational outcomes:

At the successful completion of this qualification, graduates will continue to work in this sector.

Occupational titles may include Blinds and Awnings Maker and Installer, Security Screens and Grilles Maker and Installer.

 

Job outlook: Please refer to the Australian Government Job Outlook site for job prospects for each of the occupations listed above.

Delivery and assessment:

This course is delivered as an apprenticeship program with face to face classroom and workplace delivery and workplace assessment. Learners are introduced to the theory content and are required to participate and contribute actively and responsibly in class discussion, demonstration, group activities, role plays and simulations. Learners will need to practice and consolidate their knowledge and skills in their workplace.

Assessment methods for this qualification include: Knowledge check, Back to Business Projects, Skills Demonstration and Third Party Reports.

Assessment methods allow for the gathering of sufficient quality evidence about the student’s performance.

 

On the job practical requirements: To achieve this qualification, the candidate must be employed in the industry. Students are required to undertake supervised practice. Evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate’s ability to work at this level.

 

Total number of units = 18

 

Core Units

Unit CodeUnit DescriptorNominal Hrs
BSBFLM303Contribute to effective workplace relationships40
BSBPRO401Develop product knowledge30
MSFGN2001
Make measurements and calculations30
MSFGN3001
Read and interpret work documents24
MSMWHS200Work safely30

 

Elective Units for Fabrication and Assembly (soft furnishing – curtains and blinds)

Unit CodeUnit DescriptorNominal Hours
MSFBA2011Select and apply hardware and fixings for blinds, awnings, screens and grilles24
MSFBA3012Assemble interior blinds50
MSFBA3014Assemble pelmets40
MSFDN4003Produce patterns and templates36
MSFFM2010Set up and operate basic static machines56
MSFFM3010Prepare cutting list from plans and job specifications16
MSFGN2002Move and store materials and products16
MSFSF2015Cut single layer fabrics40
MSFSF3014Construct Roman-style blinds60
MSTGN2005Perform minor maintenance30
MSTGN3016Plan tasks to assist production operations30
MSTTX2009Perform industrial sewing on textile products50
TLIA2011Package goods20

 

Elective Units for Installation (generalist)

Unit CodeUnit DescriptorNominal Hours
BSBCMM301Process customer complaints30
BSBCUS301Deliver and monitor a service to customers35
CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry6
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry20
MSFBA3016Install awnings70
MSFBA3017Install interior blinds60
MSFFDT3001Install low-voltage technology, automation, and intelligent management systems in furnishing30
MSFGN2002Move and store materials and products16
MSFGN3003Advise customers on products and services40
MSFGN3004Resolve quality and compliance issues16
MSFSS3004Install non-security and security screens and grilles60
MSTTF2015Install products on and off site60
MSTTF3001Identify client and site requirements for installation of fabricated textile products50

 

This Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding. Eligibility criteria apply. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Please make sure you have read all the course information about units of study, duration, entry requirements, assessment information, job prospects etc.

Steps

1. You must attend a pre-training interview which includes a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test and complete the eligibility declaration form 

(in the case of students applying for Victorian Skills First Program Funding)

(in the case of students applying for Queensland Certificate III Guarantee or User Choice Program Funding).

2. To complete the application process, click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Complete the steps involved to submit your application online.

3. ITHEA will assess your application and make sure all entry requirements are met. An ITHEA representative will contact you if your application is unsuccessful.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

If you have any questions about the course, please call us on 9650 3900.

VIC Funding

GOVERNMENT FUNDED

  • Skills First Funding

ENROLMENT TYPE

  • Apprentice

DURATION

4 years

STUDY MODE

Apprenticeship only

QLD Funding

GOVERNMENT FUNDED

  • Cert III Guarantee, User Choice

ENROLMENT TYPE

  • Traineeship

DURATION

2 years

STUDY MODE

Traineeship only

NSW Funding

GOVERNMENT FUNDED

  • Smart Skilled

ENROLMENT TYPE

  • Traineeship

DURATION

2 years

STUDY MODE

Traineeship only

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

If you have any questions about the course, please call us on 9650 3900.