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NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: Furniture Making: WOOD LEVEL 3: UPHOLSTERY

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: FURNITURE-MAKING WOOD LEVEL 3 - UPHOLSTERY

The purpose of this qualification is to further develop the student’s upholstery and woodworking skills, and thereby to enable him/her to enter into a career in furniture production. All projects are industry-based and students are given the opportunity to job shadow and to do in-service training. The culmination of the course is the student portfolio of work, which provides the student access into the furniture industry.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

What do I need to have completed before I can apply to study this course?

  • Furniture-making: Wood Level 2, or Grade 12
  • 17 years or older
  • Students will be required to complete a one-day practical aptitude test
  • Write a letter of motivation, and construct a
  • Miniature sculpture.
  • An individual interview process will be conducted prior to acceptance.

COURSE DURATION

How long will it take to complete the qualification?

  • 1 year full-time
  • Enrolment in January (Part-time - Not available)

COURSE LOCATION

Where can I study this course?

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: FURNITURE-MAKING WOOD LEVEL 3 - UPHOLSTERY is available at:

THORNTON CAMPUS
Enquiries:
(T) : (021) 531 9124

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

What will I be studying during this course?

  • Theory of Upholstery and Restoration of Furniture
  • Engineering Drawing II
  • Upholstery Practical II
  • English Communication
  • Mathematical Literacy
  • Computer Literacy

CAREER OPTIONS & GENERAL FAQ's

What will I be qualified as after completing the course?

On completion of this course, the student will be able to work as a semi-skilled upholsterer and furniture maker/cabinet maker.

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