Course Overview

About This Course

This course covers a wide range of units that prepare students for various technical roles in the engineering industry. Students will learn to organise and communicate information effectively, interact with computing technology, and manage themselves in the engineering environment. They will apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment and participate in environmentally sustainable work practices. The course also includes training on preparing to work safely in the construction industry, reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings, and providing advanced customer service. Students will learn to interpret technical specifications and manuals, prepare simple cost estimates for manufactured products, and produce engineering drawings.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane

269 Wickham St, Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Aged 18+
Have completed Year 12 or equivalent
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent English proficiency

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 Units24 units

MEM16006

Organise and communicate information

MEM16008

Interact with computing technology

MEM22002

Manage self in the engineering environment

MEM30012

Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment

MSMENV272

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

CPCWHS1001

Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

MEM09229

Read and interpret technical engineering drawings

MEM16003

Provide advanced customer service

MEM16012

Interpret technical specifications and manuals

MEM30023

Prepare a simple cost estimate for a manufactured product

MEM30032

Produce basic engineering drawings

MSS403081

Ensure process improvements are sustained

MSS405045

Manage relationships with non-customer external organisations

MEM09011

Apply basic engineering design concepts

MEM11011

Undertake manual handling

MEM12023

Perform engineering measurements

MEM13019

Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace

BSBPMG532

Manage project Quality

BSBPMG536

Manage Project Risk

BSBPMG531

Manage Project Time

MEM14006

Plan work activities

MEM16010

Write reports

MEM22013

Coordinate engineering projects

MEM22015

Source and estimate engineering materials requirements

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Drafting)?

The course runs for up to 52 weeks, which includes 40 weeks of tuition and up to 12 weeks of holiday.

What are the entry requirements for this course?

To enrol in the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Drafting), applicants must be aged 18 or over, have completed Year 12 or equivalent, and demonstrate English proficiency of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.

Can I receive credit for previous work experience or prior learning?

Yes. Tech Edge College offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). The college values past skills, knowledge, and work experience — including practical, informal, or formal learning — and offers credit for units based on your competencies, helping you complete your qualification faster.

What further study options are available after completing this diploma?

After completing the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Drafting), further study options at Tech Edge College include the Diploma of Project Management, Advanced Diploma of Program Management, Advanced Diploma of Engineering, and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design.

Where is the course delivered and how many intake dates are available?

The course is delivered in person at the Brisbane Campus located at Level 7/269 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006. There are multiple intake dates available across 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027, with intakes starting approximately every 4–6 weeks throughout the year.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

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Step 03

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Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

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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