Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Course Code: MEM31922 | CRICOS Code: 112571M

Faculty

Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Delivery Mode

Blended

Duration

94 Weeks

Course Outline

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Course Description

Course Code: MEM31922 | CRICOS Code: 112571M

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This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an Engineering Tradesperson – Fabrication within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed to meet the needs of apprentices in the above trade.

This qualification must be undertaken through a Training Contract or through formal trade recognition assessment processes.

The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of fabrication work, including undertaking metal fabrication, structural steel erection, sheetmetal work, welding, blacksmithing and surface finishing.

This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as an Engineering Tradesperson – Fabrication.

Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate’s performance in a functioning workplace where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.

In some jurisdictions, units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is included in the relevant units of competency.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Local regulations should be checked.

Course Duration/Fee

Course Duration: 94 weeks

Course Fee: AUD $24,000

Non-Tuition Fee: AUD $4,000

Estimated Total Course Cost: AUD $28,000

Entry Requirements

The following are the Admission requirements of Lead college:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
  • Some prospective students may be asked to undertake an LLN assessment or enrolment interview prior to acceptance.
  • Must have completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
  • Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 5.5 with no band less that 5.0 or equivalent, such as:
    IBT 46
    PTE Academic 42
    CAE 162
    OET B
    Duolingo 90
    General English Upper Intermediate
    MOI Certificate
    Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
  • Must have the ability to carry out workshop training involving physical activity, including lifting.

Lead College may also conduct an entry interview with all prospective students to confirm their details and ensure that the course selected is the most appropriate for their needs.

Intake Dates
2023 Intake Dates 2024 Intake Dates
29th January, 2024
24th April, 2023 22th April, 2024
17th July, 2023 15th July, 2024
09th October, 2023 07th October, 2024
Award Requirements

Students will need to successfully complete all units in this course to receive certificate of MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade.

Career Pathway

These are potential routes for career progression:

Welding

Boilermaking

Surface finishing

Sheet metalworking

Pathway From Qualification

Job roles and titles can differ depending on the industry, but potential job positions related to this certification consist of

Blacksmithing

Welder

Boilermaker

Those who complete this qualification may contemplate pursuing further education in Engineering Certificate IV.

Units Of Competency
The MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade requires the completion of the following Units
Core Units – 12 Units
MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing
MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024 Perform computations
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM14006 Plan work activities
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM16008 Interact with computing technology
MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
MEM18001 Use hand tools
MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Elective Units – 18
MEM05004 Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding
MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cutting
MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
MEM05010 Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
MEM05012 Perform routine manual metal arc welding
MEM05089 Assemble fabricated components
MEM05090 Weld using manual metal arc welding process
MEM05091 Weld using gas metal arc welding process
MEM05092 Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process
MEM05093 Weld using submerged arc welding process
MEM05003 Perform soft soldering
MEM05004 Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding
MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cutting
MEM05006 Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
MEM05007 Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
MEM05009 Perform automated thermal cutting
MEM05010 Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques
MEM18055 Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
** Please note: Electives are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.

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