MEM31922 - Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
| Duration | Please refer to Course Structure below. |
| Study mode | Employer Based (VET Providers Only), On Campus, RPL/RCC/Credit |
| Total units | 31 |
Overview
Level up your metal skills with our Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade. Get hands-on training in welding and fabrication for a career in engineering. This course is available through apprentice delivery only.
This program provides the skills and knowledge required for engineering fabrication students in the areas of light/ heavy fabrication and welding.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
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Career Opportunities
This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as an Engineering Fabrication Trade (Heavy) or Engineering Fabrication Trade (Light- Sheetmetal) dependent on the electives chosen.
Structure & Availability
Standard Course Structure
Duration:Approximately 960 hours of study time will be involved, however the training duration will depend on the electives and study mode selected.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
Elective
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM05049 | Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding |
| MEM05056 | Perform routine flux core arc welding |
| MEM10010 | Install pipework and pipework assemblies |
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05090 | Weld using manual metal arc welding process |
| MEM05091 | Weld using gas metal arc welding process |
| MEM05092 | Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process |
| MEM05096 | Weld using flux core arc welding process |
| MEM05072 | Perform advanced manual metal arc welding process |
| MEM05073 | Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process |
| MEM05052 | Apply safe welding practices |
| MEM05085 | Select welding processes |
| MEM12007 | Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes |
| MEM05037 | Perform geometric development |
| MEM05010 | Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques |
| MEM05089 | Assemble fabricated components |
| MEM05084 | Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process |
RPL Structure
Duration:RPL only, as required by assessor
RPL Units
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| MEM05049 | Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding |
| MEM05056 | Perform routine flux core arc welding |
| MEM10010 | Install pipework and pipework assemblies |
| MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting |
| MEM05007 | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting |
| MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
| MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding |
| MEM05090 | Weld using manual metal arc welding process |
| MEM05091 | Weld using gas metal arc welding process |
| MEM05092 | Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process |
| MEM05096 | Weld using flux core arc welding process |
| MEM05072 | Perform advanced manual metal arc welding process |
| MEM05073 | Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process |
| MEM05052 | Apply safe welding practices |
| MEM05085 | Select welding processes |
| MEM12007 | Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes |
| MEM05037 | Perform geometric development |
| MEM05010 | Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques |
| MEM05089 | Assemble fabricated components |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information |
| MEM14006 | Plan work activities |
| MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing |
| MEM18001 | Use hand tools |
| MEM18002 | Use power tools/ hand held operations |
| MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training |
| MEM05084 | Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process |
Apprentices can be accepted throughout the year. Training dates are structured upon intake. On-campus training is conducted on the CQUniversity’s Rockhampton City, Emerald, Mackay and Gladstone Campuses.
This course has no residential schools.
Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, CQUniversity requires completion of bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.
This qualification is for apprenticeship training only. Students must be employed as a registered apprentice in a relevant industry. PT Thiess Indonesia employees are not Australian apprentices however the formal contract between PT Thiess Indonesia and employees is modelled from the Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Fees & Scholarships
Fee for Service/ Full Fee
Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE.
Queensland Government subsidies are available for eligible applicants to greatly reduce the cost of apprentice and trainee training.
User Choice funding provides a contribution that reduces the cost of training. Eligible apprentices and trainees will be charged $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply to eligible students based on provided evidence. If you are required to pay Student Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
Free apprenticeships for under 25s will cover the cost of training for employers who commence an eligible new apprentice or trainee, or already have an existing apprentice or trainee aged under 25. Find out more.
At CQUniversity, we believe that studying should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more
How to apply
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