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    • Course code
      22019VIC
    • Location
      Dandenong , Frankston
    • Length
      Part Time

      6 months

    • Commencing
      Ongoing throughout the year
    • How to Apply
      Direct to Chisholm

    Course is also offered as...

    Certificate II in Engineering Studies

    In this pre-apprenticeship course, get prepared to enter a career in the engineering, manufacturing or related industries.

    What you need to know...

  • Possible Job Outcomes

      Operators

      Machinists

      Factory Hands

      Welder

      Boilermaker

      Storeperson

      Sheet Metal Tradesperson

      Engineering Assistant

  • Sample Units of Study

    MEM1.2FD - Apply principles of occupational health & safety (oh&s)

    MEM18.1AB - Use hand tools

    MEM18.2AA - Use power tools/hand held operations

    VBN768 - Develop an individual career plan for the engineering industry

    VBN769 - Perform basic machining processes

    VBN770 - Apply basic fabrication techniques

    VBN771 - Apply electrotechnology principles in an engineering work environment

    VBN772 - Use computers for engineering related work activities

    VBN773 - Produce basic engineering sketches and drawings

    VBN774 - Perform basic computational principles in engineering work activities

    VBN776 - Use basic engineering concepts to plan the manufacture of engineering components

    VBN777 - Handle engineering materials

    VBN778 - Produce basic engineering components and products using farication and machining

    VBN782 - Perform basic welding and thermal cutting processes to fabricate engineering structures

    VBN783 - Create engineering drawings using computer aided systems

  • Costs

    Course fees can vary. Also, depending on your situation, you may be eligible for government subsidised training or other exemptions may apply. For more information check the FAQs and the 'Fees and charges' page on this website. Or you can call 1300 CHISHOLM (1300 244 746) or email us your enquiry

  • Notes

    This is a pre-employment (pre-apprenticeship) program fully accredited by the State Government of Victoria and widely accepted by relevant sectors of industry. Industry demand for new apprentices is very high and over one third of all job vacancies in manufacturing are for trade qualified people. Completion of an apprenticeship also opens up another world of highly rewarding opportunities in Technician, Sales and Engineering Management careers. Prepares students for employment in the metals industry as an apprentice, trainee or trades assistant in sheet metal (Fabrication), Welding, Fitting & Machining (Mechanical), Boiler making (Heavy Fabrication) and Toolmaking.

    Entry requirements: No formal requirements, however the course is designed for Year 10 to Year 12 students.

    • Career Path

    • Requirements

      No formal requirements, however the course is designed for Year 10 to Year 12 students

    • This Course

      Certificate II in Engineering Studies

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    Applying and Enrolling

    To enrol at Chisholm, you need to apply, and then be accepted. Procedures to apply for courses vary. A TAFE application may go through VTAC, for example. In other cases the application may be direct to Chisholm or through your employer or school.

    With a successful Chisholm Institute of TAFE application, in some cases,  you may need to attend an information session or submit a portfolio prior to completing your enrolment.

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