construction products
The offered construction materials, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Cabinet makers build cabinets or other pieces of furniture by cutting, shaping and fitting pieces of wood. They use different kind of power and hand tools, such as lathes, planers and saws.
Competences and skills
43 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesfurniture trends
The latest trends and manfacturers in the furniture industry.
wood products
The various wood products such as lumber and furniture, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
woodturning
Process of shaping wood on a lathe and its types, namely spindle turning and faceplate turning.
Cross-sector
3 competencessanding techniques
The various sanding techniques (such as gang sanding), as well as the different sanding papers necessary for which surface.
technical drawings
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
digital
types of wood
Types of wood, such as birch, pine, poplar, mahogany, maple and tulipwood.
green
Essential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesdesign objects to be crafted
Sketch, draw or design sketches and drawings from memory, live models, manufactured products or reference materials in the process of crafting and sculpting.
design original furniture
Master and develop industrial aesthetics through ongoing research of new shapes, adapted to the function of the objects the research deals with (domestic objects, urban furnitures, etc.).
operate drilling equipment
Operate a range of drilling equipment, pneumatic as well as electrical and mechanical. Tend drilling equipment, monitor and operate it, according to regulations. Safely and efficiently drill holes using the correct equipment, settings, and drill bits.
tend boring machine
Tend a boring machine, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.
Cross-sector
9 competencesapply a protective layer
Apply a layer of protective solutions such as permethrine to protect the product from damage such as corrosion, fire or parasites, using a spray gun or paintbrush.
apply wood finishes
Use a variety of techniques to finish wood. Paint, varnish and stain wood to improve its function, durability, or appearance.
clean wood surface
Use a variety of techniques on a wood surface to ensure it is free of dust, sawdust, grease, stains, and other contaminants.
create furniture frames
Construct a strong frame out of materials such as wood, metal, plastic, laminated boards, or a combination of the materials for furniture.
create smooth wood surface
Shave, plane and sand wood manually or automatically to produce a smooth surface.
join wood elements
Bind wooden materials together using a variety of techniques and materials. Determine the optimal technique to join the elements, like stapling, nail, gluing or screwing. Determine the correct work order and make the joint.
operate wood sawing equipment
Operate various machinery and equipment to cut wood in different sizes and shapes.
repair furniture frames
Repair dents, cracks or holes and replace broken parts of furniture frames.
sand wood
Use sanding machines or hand tools to remove paint or other substances from the surface of the wood, or to smoothen and finish the wood.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesfurniture industry
Companies and activities involved in the design, manufacture, distribution and sale of functional and decorative objects of household equipment.
organic building materials
The types and processing of organic materials to build products or parts of products.
green
Cross-sector
2 competencesCAD software
The computer-aided design (CAD) software for creating, modifying, analysing or optimising a design.
digital
- Scope note
- CAD software should be differentiated from computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software. CADD systems are CAD systems with additional drafting features. For example, CADD systems enable an engineer or architect to insert size annotations and other notes into a design.
engraving technologies
The characteristics of various materials and methods used to engrave something on a surface.
Optional skills and competences 19 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencescreate mock-ups
Create small scale designs of furniture for industrial or architectural purposes.
use substitute materials
Process materials other than wood such as particle board or MDF.
Sector-specific
5 competencesapply colour coats
Spray colour coats onto vehicle parts, operate painting equipment and leave freshly sprayed vehicles to dry in a temperature-controlled and dust-proof environment.
engrave patterns
Engrave and print designs and patterns onto a variety of surfaces.
handle delivery of furniture goods
Handle the delivery and assemble the furniture and other goods, according to customer's needs and preferences.
sell furniture
Sell pieces of furniture in accordance to the client's personal preferences and needs.
sell household goods
Sell household devices and goods such as microwaves, blenders and kitchen supplies in accordance to the client's personal preferences and needs.
Cross-sector
12 competencescarve materials
Carve an object out of a materials such as wood, or give a specific shape to a material by carving it.
clean furniture
Remove dirt, marks and other unwanted material from furniture.
decorate furniture
Use techniques such as gilding, silver-plating, framing or engraving to add specific decorations in the material of the furniture.
dye wood
Mix the powder dye with water and/or liquid dye and any other necessary ingredients to create the desired colour and apply it to the wood.
fix minor scratches
Fix minor dents and scratches on the surface with touch-up paint or scratch remover.
manipulate glass
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of glass.
manipulate metal
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of metal.
pass on trade techniques
Pass on knowledge and skills, explain and demonstrate the application of equipment and materials and answer questions about trade techniques for the manufacturing of products.
prepare furniture for application of paint
Set up furniture for standard or custom paint job, protect any parts that should not be painted and prepare painting equipment.
repair furniture parts
Repair locks, pegs, braces, frames or other parts of furniture.
stain wood
Mix ingredients to create a stain and apply a layer to the furniture to give it a specific colour and finish.
use CAD software
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
digital