This course is aimed at learners who have successfully completed their studies at the Alternative Learning Programme of the Ministry for Education, and are interested in pursuing further vocational studies at MQF Level 3, related to joinery and fabrication. This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required for eventual employment at assistant technician level in the joinery and furniture making sector. The combination of practical experience and theoretical knowledge gained by successfully completing the course, will equip learners with the knowledge and skills with which they will be able to access the labour market, or alternatively, they will be eligible to continue their studies at MQF level 4 at MCAST, by selecting one of the various Advanced Diplomas offered by the College, in their preferred area of study.

This course of study includes theoretical knowledge and practical training both in College-based industrial workshops and also on work placements. Technical and practical lessons cover measuring, cutting, preparing and assembling timber and timber board products to make interior fittings such as kitchen cabinets, doors and window frames. The learners will be expected to participate individually and in teams to produce simple products from solid wood and composite materials. Learners will be trained in the practical handling of hand and power tools and simple woodworking machines. This course also provides learners with the opportunity to further develop their knowledge of key skills subjects such as Mathematics, Science, English, Maltese, and Information Technology.

• Assistant Joiner,
• Assistant Carpenter

Applicants are expected to have completed the one-year ALP programme and obtained at least an MQF Level 1 in Maltese, English and Mathematics and an MQF Level 2 in TWO vocational subjects forming part of the ALP Programme

No other entry routes are considered for this specific programme of studies (Maturity Clause application is not applicable for this programme). An applicant who does not have the ALP School Leaving Certificate, may wish to have a look at a Level 3 programme in the same thematic area within the same Institute.