Introduction to Furniture Design
This programme module aims to provide the Learner with the opportunity to make artefacts from
wood using a CNC machine
Target Award
QQI Employability Skills – 3M0935
Start Date: 05-09-2025 Hours/week: 06 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 15 weeks
No formal educational qualifications are required.
Priority will be assigned to unemployed persons with low skills or low educational levels who wish to progress their employment chances or achieve certification to an identified level on the National Framework of Qualifications in conjunction with an agreed career and skill development plan.
Age Requirements
Applicants must have reached the current statutory school leaving age.
Learning Aptitude
Basic numeracy and literacy are essential. Good command of the English language required in order to understand instruction and undertake required assessments..
Previous Experience
N/A
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Woodwork 3N0589-021 | Woodwork (3N0589) | QQI |
1. Select the materials, power tools, hand tools, and equipment required to complete a range of
woodwork exercises
2. List the safety mechanisms for a limited range of power tools
3. Maintain tools and equipment correctly
4. Use correct language and terminology to describe tools, equipment, and processes
5. Follow drawings, sketches, templates, instructions and other aids to mark out, measure and
prepare cutting lists and work pieces, using appropriate marking and measuring tools
6. Use a range of electrical, cordless and hand tools to include an awl, marking gauge, vice clamp,
planes, chisels, drills, routers, saws and sanders
7. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when changing saw blades, belts, guides and bit blades
8. Cut wood to given specification using the correct saw type and blade size
9. Estimate quantity of materials required to complete a specific project in wood
10. Complete projects using a variety of methods including adhesives, glue, nails, screws, dowels
and pins
11. Apply appropriate health, safety and personal hygiene procedures when using materials, power
tools, and hand tools.