Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required for a higher engineering tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of engineering work undertaken in the fields of refrigeration and air conditioning, casting and moulding, computer numerically controlled (CNC) programming, fluid power, heavy fabrication, instrumentation, maintenance, plant mechanics, marine electronics, mechatronics, patternmaking, robotics, toolmaking, welding and watch and clock services and repair, including post-trade work. It provides the skills and knowledge for a person to understand and implement quality control techniques, exercise good interpersonal and communications skills, work from complex instructions and procedures, exercise discretion within the scope of responsibility, perform work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment, be responsible for assuring the quality of their own work, provide trade guidance and assistance as part of a work team, perform non-trade tasks which are incidental or peripheral to the primary tasks and facilitate the completion of the whole task, inspect products and/or materials for conformity with established operational standards, operate lifting equipment incidental to their work and assists in the provision of training in conjunction with supervisors and trainers. This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. While there is no qualification entry requirement, it is assumed that the learner is either already a tradesperson with access to structured on and off-the-job training or is an apprentice under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement. It should not be used as a pre-employment or pre-apprenticeship program. It is specifically designed to cover the skills and knowledge required of workers employed as Engineering/Manufacturing Tradesperson – Special Class Level II as defined in the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, in some jurisdictions units in this qualification may require a license. Licensing information is included in the relevant units of competency

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

15-17 Racecourse Rd, NORTH MELBOURNE, VIC 3051

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry requirements Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of course commencement. Students must secure an appropriate visa that allows them to study in an Australian Registered Training organisation prior to course commencement. Intakes Intakes throughout the year. Contact the Institute for details. Academic entry requirements To gain entry to this course, students must have successfully completed Diploma or Advanced Diploma in their home country or in Australia. English Language entry requirements Applicants for this qualification must have a minimum English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 (overall band) with not less than 5.5 in any individual component or an equivalent exam result recognised by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Applicants can also arrange to undertake an English language test with the Institute. Numeracy And Digital Literacy Entry Requirements Applicants for this course should possess numeracy skills of ACSF level 2 and digital literacy skills of level 3. During the enrolment process your numeracy and digital literacy ability is assessed to ensure you can address course requirements. Resource entry requirements Students must supply their own laptop with Microsoft Office software e.g. Office 365 Personal that includes Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Publisher. Institute will confirm the software requirements with each student pre-enrolment. Pre Training Review To ensure applicants are placed in a suitable course with an appropriate training and assessment strategy, we review applicants existing knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. You will be asked to complete this Pre Training Review form during the enrolment process by providing details of your existing knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications that are relevant to the course being applied for. Gippsland Institute of Technology will then review this information and respond to you with the outcome of the review. Training Pathway Students who successfully complete this course may progress onto a Bachelor of Leadership or Management or a Graduate Diploma in Management. Employment Pathway Successful completion of this qualification may provide access to roles that require individuals to apply specialised knowledge and skills, together with experience in leadership and management, across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. Roles will have accountability for personal and team outcomes within broad parameters.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this qualification may provide career opportunities as higher engineering tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. Completing this course does not guarantee a graduate will secure a relevant job.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units41 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/handheld operations

MSMENV272

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

MEM16001

Give formal presentations and take part in meetings

MEM16012

Interpret technical specifications and manuals

MEM16011

Communicate with individuals and small groups

MEM16014

Report technical information

MEM16010

Write reports

MEM05052

Apply safe welding practices

MEM05085

Select welding processes

MEM11016

Order materials

MEM05004

Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding

MEM05006

Perform brazing and/or silver soldering

MEM03003

Perform sheet and plate assembly

MEM05005

Carry out mechanical cutting

MEM05012

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

MEM05050

Perform routine gas metal arc welding

MEM05007

Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

MEM05049

Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding

MEM05013

Perform manual production welding

MEM12007

Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes

MEM05037

Perform geometric development

MEM12006

Mark off/out (general engineering)

MEM07005

Perform general machining

MEM05090

Weld using manual metal arc welding process

MEM05089

Assemble fabricated components

MEM13019

Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace

MEM05091

Weld using gas metal arc welding process

MEM05014

Monitor quality of production welding/fabrications

MEM05092

Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process

MEM05094

Repair, replace and/or modify fabrications

MEM05010

Apply fabrication, forming and shaping techniques

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Certificate IV in Engineering take to complete?

The Certificate IV in Engineering at BFJ International Studies Pty Ltd has a duration of 93 weeks.

How much does the Certificate IV in Engineering cost?

The estimated total course cost is $28,250 AUD, which comprises a tuition fee of $25,000 AUD and a non-tuition fee of $3,250 AUD.

Where is the Certificate IV in Engineering delivered?

The course is delivered across three locations in Victoria: Factory 16 at 14-16 Hogan Ct, Pakenham VIC 3810; North Melbourne Campus at 15-17 Racecourse Rd, North Melbourne VIC 3051; and Unit 4, 70 Main Street, Pakenham VIC 3810. All locations are owned and operated by the provider.

What field of study does the Certificate IV in Engineering cover?

The course falls under the broad field of Engineering and Related Technologies, with a narrow field of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology. The detailed field of study is Boilermaking and Welding (field code 030711).

What is the national course code for the Certificate IV in Engineering at BFJ International Studies?

The VET National Code for the Certificate IV in Engineering is MEM40119, and the CRICOS Course Code is 113391G. The course is offered by BFJ International Studies Pty Ltd, which trades as Gippsland Institute of Technology (CRICOS Provider Code: 03921A).

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $130,000 to $165,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Construction ManagerSite ManagerProject ManagerConstruction Project ManagerContracts Administrator

Key Skills

Construction project planning and scheduling (including Gantt charts and critical path method)Cost estimation, budgeting, and quantity take-offContract administration and procurement managementReading, interpreting, and producing construction drawings and specificationsWork Health and Safety (WHS) compliance and site safety management

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