Certificate II in Engineering
 

Traineeship
National Code
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MEM20105
Short Course Guide
CRICOS Code:  
Centre:
Automotive, Transport and Engineering
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area: Engineering;
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Engineering Tradesperson - Mechanical
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

Looking for a job as an engineering apprentice? Then this course will give you the relevant skills and knowledge required.
This hands on course will have you welding, interpreting technical drawings, performing engineering measurements and using the necessary tools for the trade.
You will learn how to perform manual metal arc, oxy acetylene and gas metal arc welding. You will also perform manual production assembly and perform brazing and silver soldering.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a fitting and machining or fabrication and welding/boilermaking apprentice.

As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

This course may provide you with a pathway into the Certificate III in Engineering program in conjunction with an apprenticeship.

Can I apply?

You must:

  • be 15 years or over (or mature age)
  • have at least Year 10 level of literacy and numeracy.

How do I apply?

Direct entry - Rolling enrolments

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

Individual interview

Length of course

Full time - 13 weeks (4 days per week)

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - $1.62 per hour *
  2. Concession Tuition Fee - $105.00
  3. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
  4. Material Fees - contact the Institute

*Annual indicative tuition fee for full-time commencing students, and maximum for continuing students		Fee For Service Fees

Fee for Service - this course will cost $5,000.00 if you aren't eligible for government subsidised training.

If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

How will I be assessed?

  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

 
Units of Competency

MEM12023A
Perform Engineering Measurements
30.00 hr

This unit covers setting up and using single and multi-headed automated thermal cutting machines.

MEM15024A
Apply Quality Procedures
10.00 hr

This unit covers applying established quality procedures to an employee's own work within a manufacturing, engineering or related environment.

MEM13014A
Apply Principles Of Occupational Health And Safety In The Work Environment
20.00 hr

This unit covers following occupational health and safety procedures in an engineering or similar work environment.

MEM13001B
Perform Emergency First Aid
10.00 hr

This unit covers performing basic emergency first aid, EAR (expired air resuscitation) and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).

MEM14004A
Plan To Undertake a Routine Task
10.00 hr

This unit covers a person planning their own work where tasks involve one or more steps or functions and are carried out routinely on a regular basis. It includes the concepts of following routine instructions, specifications and requirements.

MEM15002A
Apply Quality Systems
20.00 hr

This unit covers working within a quality improvement system, either individually or in a team situation.

MEM16007A
Work With Others In a Manufacturing, Engineering Or Related Environment
10.00 hr

This unit covers operating in an interactive work environment. It covers contribution to a group effort in order to plan and carry out work. This includes identification of work roles, communication and cooperation with others.

MEM16008A
Interact With Computing Technology
20.00 hr

This unit covers accessing, inputting and storing information used in manufacturing, engineering or related environments, using computing technology.

MEM18001C
Use Hand Tools
20.00 hr

This unit covers using a range of hand tools for a variety of general applications appropriate for jewellery construction.

MEM18002B
Use Power Tools/Hand Held Operations
20.00 hr

This unit covers using a range of hand held power tools and fixed power tools for hand held operations for a variety of general applications appropriate for jewellery construction.

MEM03001B
Perform Manual Production Assembly
40.00 hr

This unit covers assembling components and/or subassemblies in a production environment and testing the components and/or sub-assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications.

MEM05012C
Perform Routine Manual Metal Arc Welding
20.00 hr

This unit covers preparing the materials and carrying out routine manual metal arc welding (MMAW).

MEM05004C
Perform Routine Oxy Acetylene Welding
20.00 hr

This unit covers preparing materials and performing routine oxy acetylene welding.

MEM05050B
Perform Routing Gas Metal Arc Welding
20.00 hr

This unit covers preparing materials and routine gas metal arc welding (GMAW).

MEM05006B
Perform Brazing And/Or Silver Soldering
20.00 hr

This unit covers performing brazing and silver soldering including the preparation of materials and equipment and the inspection of the completed work.

MEM07032B
Use Workshop Machines For Basic Operations
20.00 hr

This unit covers basic machining in a maintenance or jobbing environment.

MEM09002B
Interpret Technical Drawing
40.00 hr

This unit covers interpreting technical drawing applying to any of the full range of engineering disciplines.

All fees quoted are annual indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. The Victorian state government recently announced a series of government funding and fee policy changes for TAFEs. As a result, the advertised tuition fee rates are subject to change, for students commencing their course from 1 July 2012. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

Course Enquiries

Local Students
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)

International Students
+61 3 9286 9425

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