ABICE FURNITURE MAKING PROGRAMME COURSE OUTLINE
N.B Students in this program are eligible to receive industry recognized certification from the Antigua and Barbuda National Training Agency (ABNTA) upon successful completion of the course along with an ABICE TVET Certificate.
Course Description:
Cabinet Making is a two-year programme. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to construct and install basic cabinets, as well as build traditional furniture using recognized trade practices. Students will also explore various types of joinery and construction techniques using hand tools, portable power tools and stationary machines. Course safety is reinforced continually throughout the course sequence along with skills in human regulations. Additionally, Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, Business Ethics, Communication and Occupational Math are integrated throughout the curriculum. Also, the students will complete a four-month Job Training Exercise in year two.
Course Requirements
Students enrolled in the Cabinet Making programme will be required to become familiar with the proper use and care of tools and equipment within that trade. The students will become aware of safety practices and accident prevention in accordance with CARICOM standards. The student will also become familiar with measurement, layout procedures and the materials used in this field as sustainable practices when working on and developing site projects.
Occupational requirements are met through project-based learning combined with the necessary theory and employability skills. Course activities and projects required for successful completion of the programme include ongoing assessment, portfolio development, and final assessments.
