Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification is designed to provide industry-recognised skills and knowledge required of a Metalworking Tradesperson. Trade specialisations: Welding, Boilermaking, Boilermaking/welding, Surface finishing, Sheetmetal working. This course is perfect for those working/who have worked in the industry or apprentices to formally recognise their competency via on and off-the-job learning strategies. Students will learn and apply skills related to a wide range of fabrication work, including: undertaking metal fabrication, fabrication assembling, sheet metal work, welding, surface finishing.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

21 Parkview St, Milton QLD 4064

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Apprenticeships and Trainees: See the eligibility requirements under QLD Funded Programs.
On-the-Job Learners: English and Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills; Access to workplaces with all the necessary learning resources.
RPL Students: Demonstrate previous and/or current work history; QLD Government Subsidised RPL and Gap Training (QLD residents only).
Skillset and Micro Courses: English and Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills; Attendance and work placement.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Potential Career Pathways: Welding, Boilermaking, Boilermaking/welding, Surface finishing, Sheetmetal working.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units36 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

MEM09011

Apply basic engineering design concepts

MEM12007

Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes

MEM05005

Carry out mechanical cutting

MEM05007

Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

MEM05012

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

MEM05090

Weld using manual metal arc welding process

MEM05050

Perform routine gas metal arc welding

MEM05085

Select welding processes

MEM05052

Apply safe welding practices

MEM05089

Assemble fabricated components

MEM05094

Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications

MEM05037

Perform geometric development

MEM05010

Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques

MEM05049

Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding

MEM05091

Weld using gas metal arc welding process

MEM05072

Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process

MEM05014

Monitor quality of production welding/fabrications

MEM11016

Order materials

MEM16004

Perform internal/external customer service

MEM09003

Prepare basic engineering drawing

MEM18003

Use tools for precision work

MEM07032

Use workshop machines for basic operations

MEM18011

Shut down and isolate machines/equipment

MEM18055

Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this course cost for international students?

The course fee for international students is $18,000.00, which includes PPE, training and assessment resources. This fee excludes OSHC, visa fees, and accommodation.

Can I have my previous work experience recognised towards this qualification?

Yes. InTech offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which allows you to have your knowledge, work experience and skills formally assessed for the purpose of gaining the Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade. As part of the RPL application process, candidates must provide a portfolio of evidence including prior qualifications, employment history, visual evidence such as photos and videos, work samples, and references. InTech will provide initial feedback on the RPL at no cost to determine your success rate and any skills gaps.

What study options are available for this course?

Intech Institute offers a range of study options including: full-time on-the-job training (trade workers only), RPL for existing skills (must have worked in the industry), apprenticeships and traineeships (domestic students only), QLD Government Subsidised RPL and Gap Training (QLD residents only), and on-campus study where students learn practical skills with qualified trainers in Intech's fully fitted engineering workshop.

What further study pathways are available after completing this qualification?

After completing the Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, students can progress onto higher level courses within the college, including MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering, MEM50119 Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade, MEM50222 Diploma of Engineering – Technical, and MEM60122 Advanced Diploma of Engineering.

Is this qualification nationally recognised?

Yes. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded with the Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (MEM31925), which is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Application

How to Apply

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