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MSF30822

Certificate III in Flooring Technology

Set yourself on the path to success with this entry-level qualification in flooring technology. This course offers a number of specialisations that allow you to obtain the practical skills relevant to you as a floor finisher or floor specialist.

STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane
WAYS TO STUDY Apprenticeships and traineeships
NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime View all intakes

Course overview

Establish a career in flooring with this entry-level qualification. This course is designed to provide you with the practical skills to get your career started. It has multiple specialities available to help you tailor your career as a floor finisher.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as floor finishers is expected to grow in the coming years.

Our highly qualified and experienced teaching team will guide you guided through your core units including how to receive and prepare floor covering materials, handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances, read and interpret work documents, and plan and cost flooring technology work. You can further specialise in many areas like timber, carpet, concrete or resilient.

Successfully completing this qualification will set you up for expanded opportunities in the workforce by adding to your broad range of knowledge that employers desire.

What can I do?

  • Timber Floor Finisher (Sander and Polisher)
  • Floor Finisher (Timber)
  • Floor Finisher (Resilient)
  • Floor Finisher (Concrete)
  • Carpet Layer
  • Floor Finisher

Course outcome:

MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology

Free apprenticeships

The Queensland Government is providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications to support Queenslanders. Eligible qualifications have been chosen based on skills demand and advice from industry. If you’re eligible for funding, your course costs will be covered by the state government. Learn more>

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Skills Assessment and Gap Training program – this course is subsidised under this program. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 12 elective units from the list below. 

Dependant on the electives chosen course out come may be:

  • MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology
    • 12 elective units from the list below
  • MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology (Timber)
    • 8 elective units from the Timber list below
  • MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology (Polished concrete)
    • 6 elective units from the Polished concrete list below

Elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your training plan.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFFL2032
    Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers to concrete subfloors
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFFL2032
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply moisture barriers in readiness for the installation of floor coverings and coatings.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers to concrete subfloors

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFFL2034
    Prepare subfloors with cementitious coating applications
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFFL2034
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, prepare, and apply primers, admix and cementitious products to concrete and timber subfloors using skim, smoothing, levelling and bulk filling coating techniques in readiness for the installation of floor coverings and coatings.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Prepare subfloors with cementitious coating applications

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFFL3052
    Plan and cost flooring technology work
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFFL3052
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to obtain job information, plan the scope of work, estimate the net cost of providing products and/or services and calculate the final cost to the customer. It includes the development of customer quotations.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Plan and cost flooring technology work

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFFL3102
    Receive and prepare flooring materials
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFFL3102
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to check, prepare, package, transport and load flooring materials to an installation site with minimum damage.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Receive and prepare flooring materials

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFFL3106
    Establish and maintain safe flooring installation work areas
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFFL3106
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct a systematic risk assessment of a work area in which flooring materials will be or are being installed, to establish and maintain a safe work environment throughout the installation.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Establish and maintain safe flooring installation work areas

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFFL3107
    Assess flooring installation sites
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFFL3107
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and assess flooring installation sites and report with recommendations about the condition of timber and concrete subfloor structures and subfloors and about factors that may affect the installation of flooring coverings including underlays on them.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Assess flooring installation sites

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFGN2001
    Make measurements and calculations
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFGN2001
    Unit description :

    This unit of competency covers taking measurements and making calculations for furnishing tasks undertaken in a variety of sites and locations.

  • UNIT NAME
  • Make measurements and calculations

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSFGN3005
    Read and interpret work documents
    UNIT CODE :
    MSFGN3005
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency is applied in industries where workers interpret and apply information from documents such as standards, codes, specifications, instructions, and work plans and procedures.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Read and interpret work documents

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSMSUP102
    Communicate in the workplace
    UNIT CODE :
    MSMSUP102
    Unit description :
    This unit applies to personnel who are required to communicate clearly and accurately to record messages, seek clarification, access needed information, relay information to other people and complete workplace documentation.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Communicate in the workplace

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSMSUP106
    Work in a team
    UNIT CODE :
    MSMSUP106
    Unit description :
    This unit applies to team members who are required to use interpersonal and communication skills to plan, organise and complete their work activities according to instructions and with limited discretionary powers.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work in a team

  • UNIT CODE
  • MSMWHS200
    Work safely
    UNIT CODE :
    MSMWHS200
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply workplace policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for self and others. The unit of competency covers identifying work health and safety (WHS) hazards, assessing risk and following safety procedures in the workplace with minimal supervision.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work safely

  • UNIT CODE
  • TLID0021
    Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances
    UNIT CODE :
    TLID0021
    Unit description :
    This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances

CAMPUS APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS DELIVERY MODE
Acacia Ridge
Apprenticeship
  • WORKPLACE

    Workplace

  • DROP IN DAYS

    Drop in days

  • BLOCK TRAINING

    Block training

  • DAY RELEASE

    Day release

  • MOBILE VAN

    Mobile van

  • Online

    Online

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Certificate III in Flooring Technology (MSF30822)

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Certificate III in Flooring Technology

COURSE CODE: MSF30822
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

To study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.

Find out more on how to become an apprentice or trainee

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

  • safety glasses
  • protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
  • long leather gloves to AS2161
  • hair protection
  • ear muffs or ear plugs
  • disposable dust masks
  • You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing.

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

Materials list 

  • Training record book 
  • Folding metre ruler
  • Tape measure – minimum 3m
  • Pens
  • Pencils – HB, 2H and 8H
  • Carpenters pencils (2)
  • Sharpener
  • Eraser (soft)
  • A4 or foolscap notebook
  • Ring binder (to hold class notes)

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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