The PIABC Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Furniture & Wood Processing - CNC Machining (QN: 601/4043/4) is a nationally recognised qualification that has been designed to enable learners to demonstrate trade-specific competencies and knowledge appropriate for the day-to-day activities in a manufacturing environment using wood and wood-based materials to create products and components, including furniture for domestic, commericla and industrial use and other items for the engineered wood and construction sectors.

The qualification appropriate for those working in the wood and furniture and related industries, wanting to gain recognition for their competencies and understanding and there are no specific entry qualifications for this qualification.  It is comprised of mandatory and optional units. The mandatory units cover health and safety, effectiveness, Setting and operating CNC woodworking machines, mechatronics, sustainability, preparation of tools, problem solving and the principles of mechanical engineering. Individuals choose units that match their job role which may be about marking out, tooling or using machinery, maintenance or continuous improvement. These job-specific units confirm both skills competence and the necessary related job knowledge. 

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