Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
 

Traineeship
National Code
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MEM30305
Short Course Guide
CRICOS Code:  
Centre:
Automotive, Transport and Engineering
Location:
Elgar Campus, Workplace
Study Area: Engineering;
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

This course will provide you with practical training and skills in structural fabrication, layout and development of cylinders, conical sections and transition pieces. You will also weld using a variety of processes.
You will be taught important skills in communicating effectively in the workplace and providing a safe working environment.
This course is a stream of the National Metals and Engineering training package, and aligns with other related engineering trade training programs.

What employment opportunities will I have?

An exciting career in welding can take you into a variety of industries including; mining, industrial manufacturing, civil major projects and energy production.

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?

If you are a domestic student you may wish to progress into the Certificate IV in Engineering and then the Diploma of Engineering.
If you are an inbound international student you may wish to further your studies and progress to the Diploma of Engineering.
Many trainees who develop further practical welding skills may choose to apply for any of the nine nationally renowned Welding Technology Institute of Australia certificates.

Can I apply?

You must have:

  • previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
  • a training contract with an employer.

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

Part time - 4 years (1 day per week of study combined with your on the job training for the first 3 years). Your final year is job training.

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus, Workplace

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - $2.17 per hour
  2. Concession Tuition Fee - $187.50
  3. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
  4. Material Fees - contact the Institute

How will I be assessed?

  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Workplace assessment

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

MEM10010B
Install Pipework And Pipework Assemblies
40.00 hr

This unit covers planning, preparing and installing pipework and assemblies.

MEM12023A
Perform Engineering Measurements
30.00 hr

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

MEM12024A
Perform Computations
30.00 hr

This unit covers estimating approximate answers to arithmetical problems, carrying out basic calculations involving percentages and proportions, and determining simple ratios and averages. The unit includes producing and interpreting simple charts and graphs.

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

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

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.

MEM30012A
Apply Mathematical Techniques And Perform Simple Statistical Computations
40.00 hr

This unit covers applies the concepts of mathematics to appropriate and simple engineering situations within the individual’s area of engineering expertise.

MEM12006B
Mark Off/Out (General Engineering)
40.00 hr

This unit covers marking off/out by transferring dimensions from engineering drawings, prints or plans etc.

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.

MEM14005A
Plan a Complete Activity
20.00 hr

This unit covers planning activities which, whilst following established procedures, may require a response and modification of procedures or choice of different procedures to deal with unforeseen developments.

MEM15002A
Apply Quality Systems
20.00 hr

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

MEM16006A
Organise And Communicate Information
20.00 hr

This unit covers accessing, organising and communicating information related to processes or tasks.

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.

MEM17003A
Assist In The Provision Of On The Job Training
20.00 hr

This unit covers assisting in the provision of on the job training to others while undertaking normal duties.

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.

MEM05010B
Apply Fabrication, Forming And Shaping Techniques
80.00 hr

This unit covers applying the fabrication of shapes and products using a variety of forming and shaping techniques, using a variety of tools and equipment.

MEM05011C
Assemble Fabricated Components
80.00 hr

This unit covers assembling general fabricated components in plate, pipe and section or sheet.

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).

MEM05015C
Weld Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Process
40.00 hr

This unit covers preparing materials, selecting and setting up the welding equipment, carrying out the manual metal arc welding (MMAW), and inspecting for and correcting defects, in a range of fabrication activities.

MEM05018C
Perform Advanced Welding Using Gas Metal Arc Welding Process
40.00 hr

This unit covers preparing materials, selecting and setting up the welding equipment, carrying out advanced gas metal arc welding (GMAW), inspecting for and correcting defects, and maintaining the weld records.

MEM05019C
Weld Using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process
40.00 hr

This unit covers preparing materials, selecting and setting up the welding equipment, carrying out the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and inspecting for and correcting defects.

MEM05037B
Perform Geometric Development
60.00 hr

This unit covers marking out general fabrications using geometric development.

MEM05038B
Perform Advance Geometric Development-Cylindrical/Rectangular
20.00 hr

This unit covers marking out complex cylindrical/rectangular fabrications.

MEM05039B
Perform Advanced Geometric Development - Conical
20.00 hr

This unit covers marking out complex conical fabrications using advanced geometric development techniques.

MEM05040B
Perform Advance Geometric Development - Transitions
40.00 hr

This unit covers marking out complex fabrications using geometric development.

MEM05049B
Perform Routine Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
20.00 hr

This unit covers preparing the materials and carrying out routine gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).

MEM05050B
Perform Routing Gas Metal Arc Welding
20.00 hr

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

MEM05051A
Select Welding Processes
20.00 hr

This unit covers identifying material properties and selecting appropriate welding processes to achieve safe and effective welding outcomes.

MEM05052A
Apply Safe Welding Practices
40.00 hr

This unit covers identifying risks associated with welding operations and implementing hazard reduction practices.

MEM05005B
Carry Out Mechanical Cutting
20.00 hr

This unit covers setting up and operating a range of mechanical cutting and holing equipment.

MEM05007C
Perform Manual Heating & Thermal Cutting
20.00 hr

This unit covers performing manual heating, thermal cutting and gouging including the assembly and disassembly and operation of the equipment on a range of materials (ferrous, non-ferrous and non-metallic) using a variety of methods.

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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