Course Description:
- To facilitate the learner to explore Furniture Design and Making with a view to re-skilling/upskilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment;
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge of processes and procedures currently utilised within the furniture design and manufacturing industry;
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic furniture design theory, safe use of tools and workshop practices;
Further Details:
Qualification: QQI Level 5 Furniture Design and Making
QQI Course Code: 5M2012
Credit Value: 120
Day(s): Monday – Friday
Location: CTI Senior College, Clonmel
Type: Full Time
Duration: 1 academic year
Start Date: September 2019
Course Content:
- Drawing
- Design Skills
- Furniture Making
- Work Experience
- Communications
- Materials and Finishes
- CAD
- Wood Finishing
- Safety and Health at Work
- Combined Materials
Entry Requirements:
- Leaving Certificate (traditional or applied) / Other equivalent at FFQ 4
- Successful completion of interview
- Candidates must be in a position to obtain Garda Vetting
- Candidates must supply two written references (character, work or educational)
- Candidates must be in a position to source two weeks work experience placement themselves.
How to Apply:
Applications are now being accepted for September 2019.
Career Opportunities/Progression:
Graduate opportunities may include the following: furniture designer or maker, apprenticeship in carpentry and joinery, interior design, product design, construction industry, management/sales within the furniture industry or self-employment.
Contact Details:
Name: Stephen Buckley, Course Coordinator
Telephone: (052) 6126269
Email: adulted@tipperaryetb.ie
