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. 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.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Level 1, 150-154 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000Unit 4, 149 Anderson Road, Sunshine, VIC 3020MELBOURNESunshine

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

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.
Students will be required to complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test to determine their level to be able to complete the course or be offered additional support prior to entry into a course. Students will be admitted into the respective courses only if their LLN test result is within the range provided.
A Pre-Training Review (Determining Suitability Review) consisting of a self-assessment and series of questions relevant to identify the prospective student's current academic and professional skills and knowledge must be completed.
Upon enrolling, students are requested to disclose any medical conditions as there may be contraindications to the course. Should a medical condition exist, a certificate of capacity from a Doctor clearing the student to participate in classes will be required.
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.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Engineering/Manufacturing Tradesperson – Special Class Level II, Fitter and Turner, Fitter and Machinist, Boilermaker, Welder, Sheet Metal Worker. Pathways from the qualification include MEM50119 – Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade (Release 2).

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 Units43 units

MEM13015

Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering

MSMENV272

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

MEM16006

Organise and communicate information

MEM12023

Perform engineering measurements

MEM12024

Perform computations

MEM11011

Undertake manual handling

MEM14006

Plan work activities

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

MEM09002

Interpret technical drawing

MEM13019

Undertake work health and safety activities in workplace

MEM05052

Apply safe welding practices

MEM24001

Perform basic penetrant testing

MEM07032

Use workshop machines for basic operations

MEM05005

Carry out mechanical cutting

MEM05085

Select welding processes

MEM05004

Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding

MEM05006

Perform brazing and/or silver soldering

MEM05007

Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

MEM05071

Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping

MEM05014

Monitor quality of production welding/fabrication

MEM05012

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

MEM05090

Weld using manual metal arc welding process

MEM05072

Perform advanced welding using manual

MEM05050

Perform routine gas metal arc welding

MEM05091

Weld using gas metal arc welding process

MEM05073

Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process

MEM05056

Perform routine flux core arc welding

MEM05096

Weld using flux core arc welding process

MEM05084

Perform advanced welding using flux core arc welding process

MEM12007

Mark off/out structural fabrication and shapes

MEM11016

Order Material

MEM05049

Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding

MEM05092

Weld using gas tungsten arc welding process

MEM05037

Perform geometric development

MEM05074

Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process

MEM16012

Interpret technical specifications and manual

MEM09009

Create 2-D drawing using computer aided system

MEM09010

Create 3-D models using computer aided system

MEM05097

Weld using oxy fuel gas welding process

MEM05013

Perform manual production welding

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40119) is delivered full time over 100 weeks, which includes 89 weeks of class delivery and 11 weeks of holidays. Students attend 20 hours of face-to-face/online training and assessment per week, typically divided into two full days and one half-day of classes.

Where is the Certificate IV in Engineering delivered?

The course is delivered at two campus locations: Level 1, 150-154 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, and Unit 4, 149 Anderson Road, Sunshine, VIC 3020. Classes are held between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday to Sunday.

What are the entry requirements for this course?

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry with no formal qualification entry requirement. However, 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. All applicants must complete a Pre-Training Review (Determining Suitability Review) and a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. Students must score within the required LLN range to be admitted, and any medical conditions must be disclosed at enrolment.

What career pathways are available after completing this qualification?

Graduates of the Certificate IV in Engineering may pursue roles such as Engineering/Manufacturing Tradesperson – Special Class Level II, Fitter and Turner, Fitter and Machinist, Boilermaker, Welder, and Sheet Metal Worker. For further study, the qualification provides a pathway into the MEM50119 – Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade (Release 2).

How is the Certificate IV in Engineering assessed?

Assessment is competency-based and occurs throughout the program. It may include theory, projects, and practical assessments. Participants are advised of assessment requirements at the beginning of each unit. Formative assessment is provided throughout the course via a range of activities, while summative assessment concludes each unit of competency. Assessment is based on realistic workplace scenarios and simulations, as students may not be in suitable employment or may be working in workplaces that do not allow application of the required competency. Students may also apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer through the enrolment process.

Application

How to Apply

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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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